He enjoyed spending time with his beloved grandkids and great-grandson. James loved watching old westerns and war movies.
He is survived by his wife, JoAnn Kelley Davenport; daughters, Melissa (Missy) Davenport Lisa Allen (Billy Allen); granddaughter Kelli Long (Nick); grandson, Sean Allen; great-grandson, Layton Long; brother, Grady Davenport and several nieces and nephews.
James is preceded in death by his parents, Esther and Henry Davenport; brothers, Leanard, Charles, Leon and William Davenport; sisters, Dorris East and Faye Porter.
A visitation for James will be held Wednesday, June 22, 2022 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Rockco Funeral Home, 3715 Highway 25, Montevallo, Alabama 35115. A funeral service will occur Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Alabama National Cemetery, 3133 Highway 119, Montevallo, Alabama 35115.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.rockcofuneralmontevallo.com for the Davenport family.
