Buddy Franklin Davenport

Buddy Franklin Davenport, 85, of Woodbury passed away Thursday, November 14, 2024 at St. Thomas Rutherford. A native of Cannon Co., he was the son of the late Jack and Johnnie Richardson Davenport.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Nancy Young Davenport of Woodbury; his daughter, Kathy Davenport of Woodbury and his grandchildren, Travis Davenport of Smithville, Justin Davenport of Denver and Haleigh Davenport of Centertown. 6 great grandchildren also survive.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved son, Michael "Mikey D" Davenport.

A member of the Centerhill Baptist church, Buddy was retired from the Town of Woodbury after 34 years where he was the City Manager. He was also a 32 Degree Mason. Buddy enjoyed fishing, raising sheep, trading just about anything and absolutely loved to mow. He was full of sayings too. Buddy loved the Lord and loved his family.

Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Monday, November 18, 2024 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Greg Mitchell and Bro. Al Bugg officiating. Interment will follow in the Riverside Gardens cemetery. Pallbearers include Darrell Young, Jeffery Young, Rodney Young, Edwin Young, David Bragg, Hayden Bryson, Andy Bryson, Gary Dyer, Danny Reuhland, Jimmy Blanton and Marty Vance.

His family will receive friends Monday, November 18, 2024 from 11:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave memories and condolences for his family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net