Billy Don Davenport, 85, of Collinsville, Texas was called to his eternal home on Sunday, September 27, 2020.
Billy Don was born on April 2, 1935 in Tioga, Texas to Charles (Bud) Walter and Lillie Eunice (Wilson) Davenport. He served proudly in the United States Army retiring after 20 years of service and then spent the next 20 years working for the post office. He enjoyed sports and being outdoors.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Juanita Canady Davenport, daughter, Shawn and husband, Gwynn Fuller of Irving, TX; son Charles (Chuck) Davenport and wife, Robin of Flower Mound, TX; stepsons, Robert Glidden, Lonnie Glidden and Thomas Glidden; grandchildren, Lindsi Gjetley and husband, Jamey, Amanda Robertson, Christen Fuller, Sarah Dunlap and husband, James; Travis Davenport, Ethan Davenport, Brandi Davenport, Patty Kowalsky and husband, Michael, great-grandchildren, Gibson Robertson, Rylee GJetley, Allie Gjetley, Emma Dunlap, Maddie Dunlap, and nephews, Bill Midkiff and Terry Midkiff.
Billy Don was preceded in death by his parents, Bud and Lillie Davenport, sister, Dorothy Midkiff and Brother-in-law, Moody Midkiff.
Funeral services honoring Billy Don will be held at Meador Funeral Home of Whitesboro on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 1:00 PM, officiated by Ricky Patterson. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home beginning one hour prior to the service on Thursday. Interment will be held at DFW National Cemetery on Friday, October 2, 2020.
From the first time I met Don almost 8 years ago he was always so thoughtful and enjoyed telling me a bit of history about Tioga and the area. Great person. Glad to have met you, sir.
Don was the kindest man I ever met he will be missed prayers for the family I was proud to have him for a stepdad
God rest your soul. You will be missed.
We have known Tex for the past 23 years, I served in the ASA (Army Security Agency) around the same time as Tex. Love him like a Brother. Will miss this man big time. We had a lot of fun together over the years. Visited his home and stayed for a few days.
We are so sad to hear of Billy’s passing. We have always enjoyed talking with him, such a great man. Lifting you all in prayer.
Great years serving with Tex in Okinawa. He will be missed.
It’s hard to understand why people are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing that Tex was such a “ special part “ in so many people’s lives!
Gary & I met Tex many years ago, at one of the ASA Reunions. Every year following, seeing Tex was one of my most fun things to look forward to. His wit, humor, & kindness were without a doubt some of his biggest attributes. It was truly a blessing to call him our friend!
You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Gary and Rusty Duenow
Sayonara my friend .
What a great bulldog volleyball supporter. He loved supporting the team and following us all over the state. He will be missed.
Billy Don was a special fried to me. I’ve known since I was in high school. He dated my sister Betty Jo Schindler
& we remained close.
He was a VERY PROUD SERVICEMAN & AMERICAN!!!
RIP MY FRIEND?
I will miss repairing and shining Don’s boots. He was a good customer and a good friend . Always easy going and proud of his nice boots and pickups . Adios my fine friend.
I’ve known Billy Don for years. I went to school with him. He was a friendly guy and I always enjoyed talking with him. I’ll miss seeing him. I’m sorry for your lost. Merzon Clark.
Going to miss him greatly. He loves to pick on us when we were little girls. Rest in peace. You will be greatly missed.
We met while I was teaching at Tioga’s school-pre new high school. His support for the students endeared him to students and faculty alike. He will be missed by all.
Don and i always thought wE were cousins
He was very special in the Gillespie family
He was well loved
See you in heaven Don
I so enjoyed visiting Mr. Don at sporting events over the years. Thank you supporting my daughter and her sports teams. Your stories were interesting and educational. You meant so much to so many. Miss Mary was a lucky lady to have you.
Tex, you will surely be missed by everyone in the ASA Okinawa Assn. We had many wonderful times over the years at all of the Reunions. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.