Bessie Marie Davenport, born on November 26, 1931 in Akron, Ohio, passed away on January 1, 2021. Bessie lived the last few years of her life at Jamestown assisted living where she loved playing games and visiting with her many friends. Bessie was always sharing her time and snacks with all the other residents. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Kingston, but also had a special place in her heart for all the people at Pine Ridge Baptist of Harriman where her and John where members for many years.
She is preceded in death by her husband John W. Davenport, her parents Norman and Rose Guthrie, and her two brothers Bill and Dickey Guthrie. She is survived by her four children and their spouses: John and Sharon Davenport, Pam and Jerry Woody, Dan Davenport and special friend Elizabeth Hickmont , Sandy and Desterie Grimes; sister Harriett Wanless and two special nieces Becky Arbogast and Brenda Wanless. Bessie had many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews that she loved dearly. Bess loved talking to her family on the phone or getting to visit with them.
Bessie used to have a picture on the wall that read “NORMAL DAY BE AWARE OF THE TREASURE YOU ARE.” She knew that the days that you remember aren’t normal days. Its the days something goes wrong or something happens like a child being born, a special trip or even getting lost on vacation. Later on, you look back on all those things as special memories in life. One of her favorite ways to pass time was reading the Bible or singing in the choir when she was able. A copy of the song IN THE GARDEN was on her desk when she died. The first verse in mentions I come to the garden alone. Bess will never walk alone again because she will, without a doubt, be in heaven with dad and walking the streets of gold with God.
During the time of Covid the family does not feel there is a safe way to have visitation. Please know the family knows that Bessie had many friends that loved her throughout her life. The funeral will be January 9, 2021 at 1 o clock with Jody McCloud officiating. The family requests that masks be worn when attending the service.
Special appreciation to the staff at Jamestown Assisted living for the excellent care provided. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts can be made to the First Baptist Church of Kingston.
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