Evelyn Davenport
March 25, 2025
Lovingly written by the family
Evelyn Davenport, age 91, from loving mother to great grandmother, neighbor to close friend, passed away 03/25/2025 at Freeman Hospital due to complications from a fall.
Evelyn was a long-time member of two area churches and was the twin sister of Elvira Lathrop and sister to Josephine Dellinger, both of whom survive. She shared her life and home with family and their friends in time of need. She was always ready with a smile and a story. She faced many challenges growing up and always encouraged and prayed for the best for those who she knew and met.
Survivors include her sons, Larry Davenport of Kansas City, Missouri and Ken Davenport of Joplin; 6 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and numerous extended family.
She will be remembered and missed as she will never be replaced.
Family will receive friends on Monday, March 31, 2025 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the Parker Mortuary Chapel. Funeral services are planned for Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the mortuary with entombment to follow at the Forest Park Cemetery Mausoleum in Joplin.
Memorial contributions can be made to Meals on Wheels in care of the mortuary.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary, Joplin, Missouri.
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ANY DAY OF THE WEEK
Order any time up till the day before
MON-FRI Order by 2:00PM
SAT & SUN Order by noon
TUES-SAT
Order by 3:00PM
The day before
SAT & SUN Order by Saturday
Note: These are general guidelines; some florists may not be able to operate within these timelines. During peak periods such as Valentine’s Day, Memorial Day and most holidays, florists are not always able to keep up to demand. Tribute will contact you if there are any issues.
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