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Eleanor Davenport Obituary
She is survived by her children, Victoria Angell Shivel and Wm. Martin Davenport Jr. and his fiancée, Jennifer Fergusson; grandchildren, Glen L. Shivel IV (Julie Allen), Fred D. Shivel (Christy Shivel), William M. Davenport III and Annie D. Davenport; and great-grandchildren, Quinn Shivel, Ellie Shivel, Durham Shivel and Grayson Shivel. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her son-in-law, Dr. Glen Shivel III.
Mrs. Davenport graduated from Collegiate School. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, The Tuckahoe Woman's Club, The Council of Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Past Board President of Retreat Hospital and the Virginia Aeronautical Historical Society. Her many philanthropic activities around Richmond and the Northern Neck included The Durham Foundation, Virginia Tech, the Science Museum of Virginia, the Maymont Foundation, SPARC, the University of Richmond, Elijah House Academy, Byrd Theatre Foundation, Northern Neck YMCA, Howertons Baptist Church among many others.
The family wishes to thank her caregivers, Monique Hammond, Patrice Inge, Alfrieda Haithcoach, Robin Waddy and many others as well as Home Care Hospice and Concordia.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 16, in Hollywood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Elijah House Academy, Byrd Theatre Foundation or to the charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Burnita Robertson
April 19, 2023
My deepest condolences to the family...It was truly an honor to know such a phenomonal women of strength, wisdom and knowledge..She will be truly missed..Gone but not forgotten...May she rest in paradise....Burnita Robertson(Caregiver)
Susan Durham Rosebro
March 22, 2023
Eleanor Durham Davenport is my first cousin. Like her parents, she was unselfish and focused primarily on the needs of her family. Outside of family, Eleanor generously responded to help other individuals and support organizations and institutions. Eleanor provided thoughtful council to me and many others, always displaying genuine interest, insight and love. Throughout her life, Eleanor’s inner strength and determination was challenged as she deftly faced overwhelming circumstances and personal situations. Eleanor was also carefree and playful. She enjoyed meeting new people. She enjoyed trying new things. She loved a good joke. She loved me, and I loved her. Memories of Eleanor will comfort me and all who knew her.
Melissa Barkley
March 16, 2023
Gosh I loved her!! She was my patient and friend! So sweet! I cherished our visits and watching her eat the muffins I would bring and our long conversations!!!! She was so supportive! I will miss her dearly! Prayers to all her wonderful family!
Stephanie White
March 15, 2023
Dearest Martin, Jennifer and extended family,
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother who was so loved by so many. She was indeed a beautiful woman in many ways. Her caring nature provided the community with a lasting role model.
Love and prayers to you all. Stephanie White and family.
Leslie Gordon
March 15, 2023
I would like to offer my deepest and most heartfelt sympathies to the entire family. The best memory I have of Mrs. Davenport is the way she would call for Martin when he was a teen.
Brenda Jenkins
March 15, 2023
My deepest condolences to the Family. I had the honor of working Mrs. Davenport when she volunteered at Retreat Hospital. She was a very Special Lady. God Bless and give you strength during this most difficult time.
Fontaine Williamson
March 15, 2023
I will always remember my Aunt Eleanor as a beautiful, graceful lady. She was so very sweet and kind. She will be missed. Prayers for Vickie and Martin and all of the family. With love, Fontaine
Rebecca Beazley Packett
March 15, 2023
Beloved cousin and precious friend, she will be missed for her sweet nature, wise counsel, keen wit, compassionate heart,
devotion to family, intelligence and common
sense and her unwavering
endurance. A roll model par excellence!
Sue Page Fidler Smith
March 15, 2023
Sending prayers and love to Vicki and Martin. Our families go way back to when your Mother and my Mother went to St. Margaret's together.
Meade
March 15, 2023
Vickie your Mother was a lovely lady and will be missed! Thoughts and prayers to you and your family! Meade
Monique Hammond
March 14, 2023
I will miss you , I will always cherish our time together. As well as the memories, Rest in heavenly peace
Byron, Melissa & Amanda Dickerson
March 14, 2023
Loving Thoughts and Prayers for The Family! Eleanor was much Loved and will be Truly Missed!! Love You ALL!!
Elizabeth LeSueur
March 14, 2023
Eleanor was a dear lovely lady and a wonderful neighbor.
I will definitely miss her.
Jeannie Welliver
March 14, 2023
What an elegant, graceful and beautiful lady. I am so glad that I had the fortune of meeting her. My prayers are with Martin and the family in this time of grieving and loss.
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