"Sorry Laura for your loss. We just heard this sad news so we were not able to come to the celebration of life for Richard. I remember years ago baby sitting Richard and his siblings. He comes from a wonderful family. I am a cousin of Richards. My mother is Susie Dalley."
In loving memory of
Richard Lynn Davenport
October 27, 1949 - November 19, 2019
Richard Lynn Davenport, age 70, of Tridell passed away November 19, 2019, surrounded by his family. He was born on October 27, 1949, to Muriel Schow and Thomas A. Davenport in Salt Lake City, Utah. Richard married Laura Whitehead on March 3, 1970 in Draper, Utah.Richard enjoyed dutch oven cooking for everyone, hunting, fishing, camping, and spending time with friends and family. He was a state-certified welder for 35 plus years. He was also a volunteer fireman for many years, and served in the Army. Richard was honorably discharged after 7 years.Richard is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Laura Davenport. Children: KaiLyn (Eric) Simmons of Sitka Alaska, Kortnie Davenport of Roosevelt, Utah, Scott Davenport of Tridell, Utah, Kristie (Cody) Morey of Vernal, Utah; 11 grandchildren; six great grand children with one on the way; siblings Mike (Jackie), Steve (Pauline), and Bonnie Webb.He is preceded in death by his parents, two sisters: Barbara and Beverly; and father-in-law Sonny Whitehead.A celebration of life for Richard Lynn Davenport, will be held Saturday, November 23, 2019, from 12:30-2:30p.m. at the Tridell LDS Chapel. Military honors will begin at 12:30p.m. provided by American Legion Post 11. Services have been entrusted to the Phillips Ashley Valley Funeral Home.
Tributes
"My favorite memory of Richard, is of a blustery winter's day, when we all lived on the hill in Lapoint. We were watching a VHS tape of 'My Fair Lady'. When the song 'I Feel Pretty' came on Richard got up and started dancing and singing to it. We all laughed so hard to see this strong, bearded, deep voiced guy mimicking the delicate, starry eyed actions of the character. I am pretty sure no one else remembers this, but it is a memory I can still picture vividly."
"Our deepest sympathies to Laura and the kids. Richard will be missed by everyone that was blessed enough to have him in their lives.Mark & Carol Haught"
"Many fun memories with Richard. From talks to camping to fishing. The memories nor Richard will ever be forgotten. Thoughts and prayers for all of you. God bless!"