Robert “Bob” L. Davenport Sr., 80, of Wimauma, Florida passed away July 26, 2023, at home with his family by his side.
Bob was born June 8, 1943 in Andalusia, AL to J.T. and Delona Davenport. At the young age of one, his family moved residency to the Tampa area where he resided the remainder of his life.
One of Bob’s greatest accomplishments was the business (R&L Metals) he and his wife started in 1978. They both ran their very successful business for 32 years before their retirement.
Bob is preceded in death by his parents J.T. & Delona of Tampa and six brothers and sisters, Myrtis, Mildred, L.C., Katherine, Maxine and Ann.
He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Linda; son, Robert “Rob” Davenport Jr.; daughter, Katrina (Mike) and son, Shane; as well as his loving grandchildren, Trevor, Megan (Jeffrey), Trey, Aiden, Samantha, J.T. and Shyanne. Bob also has two great- grandchildren, Easton and Magnolia.
Bob’s life was a living example of what love truly looks like. He was a guide and mentor to so many. Bob touched many lives throughout the years. The family will receive friends on Saturday, July 29, 2023 from 5-7pm at Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4207 E Lake Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33610. Graveside service will take on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at 10 AM at Myrtle Hill Memorial Park. Please gather at the funeral home at 9:45am.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.gardenofmemoriestampa.com for the Davenport family.
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