DAVENPORT, JR., Edward, Ed, born in St. Louis Missouri, died at home Saturday, March 15, 2008, surrounded by his family. He leaves behind his wife of 13 years, Dina (Rosengarten) and his three beautiful children, Michaela, Trey and Rachel, the loves of his life. He is survived by his parents, Peggy and LeRoy Davenport, his sister Angela Bedwell (Derek), his nieces and nephews Hannah, Ethan, Isacc and Lauren, all of Missouri, in addition to many loving relatives and friends.

Ed earned a BS and a Masters of Psychological Counseling from Southeast Missouri State University. In 1990, Ed moved to Tucson and pursued his career in the mental health field at ACCM and La Frontera. In 1995, Ed combined his love for the outdoors and passion to help children by creating a non profit organization called Outdoor Confidence, providing outdoor education to children and their families. He loved to teach children how to use a map and compass, to fish, and to camp. As the Arizona Game and Fish Sport Fishing instructor in Tucson for six years, Ed had the joy of teaching children about fishing, the importance of conservation and the beauty of nature and the great outdoors. Ed was instrumental in establishing the Miracle Manor Neighborhood Association, and obtaining Back to Basic funds. His leadership and commitment to the community continues to enhance the lives of many.

Ed was diagnosed with Frontal Lobe Dementia several years ago, and despite the challenges caused by this awful disease, he continued to be a devoted father who loved to cuddle with his children and watch Saturday morning cartoons in bed with them. He had an infectious laugh that continues on in his children, beautiful blue eyes that always had a twinkle, and at a time when he had no words, reflected the love he had for his family. Ed taught us all many life lessons, and was a gift to all who knew him. We are all blessed for having him in our life and for sharing his love with us. He will be greatly missed by his family. Funeral services Wednesday, March 19, 2008 11:00 a.m. at EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY, N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Send a Kid to Camp, PO Box 16141, Tucson, Arizona 85732-6141, or The Old Pueblo Chapter of Trout Unlimited #531 at 7698 Sombrero Peak Drive Tucson, Arizona 85743.