- Nephews 
Heanoray Pallbearers 
- Augusta-Sparta District Ministers 
Augusta-Sparta District Ministers' Spouses 
Ushers of Trinity CME. Church 
Oh, Lord, be gentle with him, be merciful and kind; 
_ for he was loved so dearly, _ by those he left behind. Walk slowly with him Lord, 
as you take him to the Promised Land. Stay ever by his side, -- 
sing sweetly in his ears; and when he cries of missing us, 
gently wipe away his tears. -- And, Lord, when what we've asked is done, 
we pray our hearts you'll touch; and let him know we love him so, and we miss him just as much. 
Iu Cypreciation 
The family wishes to express deep gratitude and 
sincere appreciation for the many acts of kindness and 
comforting expressions of sympathy shown during their hours of bereavement. 
W. H. MAYS MORTUARY 
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Saturday @ December 21, 2013 @ 12:30 P.M. Trinity C.M.E. Churche 2930 Glenn Hills Dr. e Augusta, GA 
The Reverend Herman Mason, Jr., Officiating The Reverend J. Ronzell Maness, Presiding Elder The Honorable Kenneth W. Carter, Presidin& Prelat 
 
 THE REVEREND ROBERT L. DAVENPORT was born in Augusta, Georgia, on June 2, 1942, to the late Lucille M. and James Davenport, Sr. He entered into rest on Thursday, December 12, 2013, at his favorite place of residence, a mobile home. 
He was reared in a loving, Christian home as the eighth of ten children. Rev. Davenport was preceded in death by his parents and eight siblings: James, Jr., Jesse, Herman, Andrew, Marion, Georgene, Ella and Patricia. 
At an early age, Reverend Davenport accepted Christ and joined the Rock of Ages Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, Augusta. Later at the age of seventeen years, he was called into the ministry, uniting with `Trinity Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, Augusta, Georgia and was licensed as a "Son of the House" by The 
Late Reverend Luther R. Neal. 
Rev. Davenport attended Lucy C. Laney several years, later graduating from high school in Chicago, Ilinois. He later attended -- Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York, and furthered his education at The Interdenominational Theological Center/Phillips School of Theology, Atlanta, Georgia, obtaining a Master of Divinity Degree. 
He was employed by the Richmond County School System for thirtysix years and was the owner of a tile company until his retirement. 
His pastorates included several churches on the Elberton- 
Gainesville District and the Augusta-Sparta District which included Hudson Memorial (corner stone laid during his tenure), Mulberry, and Trinity - Jewell, his last pastoral assignment (retiring from the itinerate ministry in 2004). His favorite motto was "I might give out, but I won't give up." 
To cherish his beautiful memories and undying faith are: sister, Bernice Davenport Riggs; "adopted" sister, Lafreda Ashley, Augusta, GA; brothers-in-law, Major Glenn Riggs, I, Goldsboro, NC and Eugene Washington of Augusta, GA; eight nephews, Laland (Warlene) Riggs, George (Lisa) Davis, Christopher Daggett, Sha Washington, David Johnson, Augusta, GA, Reginald Boone, Franklin, VA, Michael Boone, Sr., Richmond, VA and Dran (Roteasha) Washington, Austell, GA; nieces, Tawaine B. Worrells, Long Island, NY, Dr Francine Boone, Richmond, VA and Audrey Boone, Franklin, VA; aunt, 
Melissa Smith, Mount Clair, NJ; great nephews, Glenn Riggs, i 
Augusta, GA and Rahai and Michael Boone, Jr., Franklin, VA; great 
nieces, Bernica Riggs, Mikibu Riggs and Anjaleique Riggs, GA, 
Augusta; cousins, Willie Mae Peterson and Julia De'Vo, Jamaica, NY; devoted cousins, Janet and Earnest Riley, Augusta, GA; devoted family friends, Geneva Lassiter, Patricia Lattimore and the Combs Family, Augusta, GA; a host of other cousins, relatives and friends of Augusta. 
 
Change of Ciddress 
I want you all to know that I have moved. I received a 
call from God, the Chief Architect, who informed me that my new house was ready and that I could move 
in immediately. I apologize as I didn't have time to 
give you notice. 
You all know that I have been laboring, sending up timber in my own way, packinugp a little each and 
every day. There were however some minor things 
and some finishing touches that the Chief Carpenter, 
Jesus Christ had to do. I waited patiently to hear 
God's call and when it came, my soul was ready so I surrendered all. 
Well, my new house is beautiful and it's sucha sight to 
behold. It's located in an exclusive estate area where the streets are paved in gold. It sits behind a beautiful Pearly Gate, just off a serene celestial shore. 
I have lived in several places, before my home was prepared, and believe me when I say this, none can even compare. Everyday is Sunday here. There is _ peace, joy, happiness, and no more pain to bear. No strife or discontent, just sweet serenity everywhere. 
We could go on and on, exploring my new home, but the time has come for me to be fitted for my wings and 
receive my crown. 
Below is my new address. I highly recommend you make plans to live here too! 
Reverend Robert L. Davenport 
PS. Let me tell you this my family and friends, I don't 
have a telephone yet. But if you need me just call God. If you don't have His number, He is listed in the Good Book on every page, contact Him! 
 
The Reverend Herman "Skip" Mason, Jv., Officiating 
 
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Dr. Ann Poole, Musician 
 
BROCESSIOMales: eeu. Nees 32) ee Reverend Herman Mason TRINITY -- AuGusTa, GA 
 
ISLVINGU0) S ccgscnnon RGA re eee Cry i GR Gun elo eno esa on omnes, Unity Choir "Blessed Assurance" 
 
Affirmation of Faith 
 
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Reverend Ralph Moore 
 
Pastor, TRINITY -- JEWEL, GA 
 
Scriptures @ld@lestament:. as ee Reverend Jerry Poole 
 
Psalm 1 
 
Pastor, ROCK OF AGES 
 
New alestament) 35). ee Reverend Foster Moore Pastor, JONES CHAPEL 
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 
 
SOO a Miss Helen Gilbert, Cousin 
 
Reflections (Three Minutes) .............:cccee Bishop Kenneth Carter 
PRESIDING PRELATE, SIXTH EpiscopaL District/CME CHurcH 
Reverend Gene R. Dean FORMER PRESIDING ELDER, AUGUSTA-SPARTA DISTRICT 
Minister Willie Hall, Former Co-WorkER 
Miss Barbara Comb, NEIGHBOR Reverend Dr. Samuel Tanksley, Cousin 
Dr. Francine Boone, NIECE Mr. Laland Riggs, NEPHEW 
 
Solon a eee Se Pc a Reverend Larry Fryer Pastor, HupsoN MEMORIAL 
 
IPOCIM...\ ees ae Miss Mikiba Riggs & Miss Anjaleique Riggs, Nreces 
 
Obituary (Read Silently) 
 
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"Going Up Yonder" 
 
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FITTEN STREET, AUGUSTA, GEORGIA 
 
- Repast L. R. Neal Family Life Center 
Trinity C.M.E. Church