Willie Lee Davenport, Sr., 68, of Peoria, passed away at 2:35 p.m. on Monday, July 26, 2010, at OSF St. Clare Home in Peoria Heights.
He was born on March 29, 1942 in Lexington, MS, a son of T.L. and Nancy (Tillman) Davenport. His father, one brother and one sister preceded him in death.
Willie is survived by his mother, of Chicago; fiancé, Beverly Lorene Taylor of Peoria; sons, Willie Lee Jr., Duane and Rodney Davenport of Benton Harbor, MI, Yolandis and Ricky Davenport of Waterloo, IA and Jarvis Davenport of Peoria; daughters, Tanga Davenport of Columbus, OH, Willette Bratton of Peoria and Cornelia Davenport of Benton Harbor, MI; brothers, Thomas C. (Cecelia) Davenport of Chicago and J.T. Russell of Peoria; sisters, Mary Greer and Gladys (Lorenzo) Andrews of Chicago and Florine (Arlander) Rutherford, Laura Russell and Pastor Ruth (Liehue) Rutherford of Peoria; and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
He was formerly employed with Steve Schultz landscaping in Morton.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, August 2, 2010, at Clary Funeral Home, 428 W. McClure Ave., in Peoria, with Pastor Ruth Rutherford officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the funeral home. Cremation rites will be accorded, following services.
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| Gallion Family |
I will Bless the Lord at all time |
August 1, 2010 |
Once again we find our selves bowed in humble submission to the will of Almighty God. Be assured that the passing of your love one was his will, and all things done by him are not to be doubted, even though we don't understand.
We hope these few words will comfort you in the days to come.
There is promise in each sunrise, hope for each new day, faith for all life problems, strength for the trail you face, mercy and compassion.
When you place your hand in God hand and walk life's path with him.
When our Heavenly Father call we must answered, so let us that are left make sure that we are ready to answer the call.
| Ms. Darlene Horton |
Blue |
August 1, 2010 |
Willie Lee will be missed dearly by me and my children. He was a person who never changed and always remained the same. He spoke what was on his mind and meant what he said. I miss you cousin but, I know that you are resting and the angels are getting some words of advice on how you prefer things.You are gone from my sight but never from my heart. Memories are forever. R.I.P. my dear cousin
