Reverend Edith Rowena Carter Davenport

I met Mrs. Davenport when she was a resident of the Sweet Memories unit at Commonwealth Assisted Living. My father, Phil Turner, was also a resident there. I always spoke to her when I would visit my Dad. She always smiled. One day she said to me "I know you, you're from my Mount Vernon Church". I said I was, even though I'm not (sorry for the deception), but it seemed to make her happy. I loved watching her sing the gospels during music therapy. My sympathy to the family. I understand the mixed blessing this is. I just tell myself that our loved ones will have been restored by God's grace when we see them again. Annette Scheig

From the family of the late Rev. John Jay Nickens and Mrs. Fannie L. Nickens, we offer our sympathy saying earth has no sorrows that heaven can not heal. Herbert, Rosalie and Edward think of the greatness of the love shown from your family, and the sweet memories of Reverend Davenport. They will last forever. God be with you.

Row Row, you are truly going to be missed. My condolences to the family. She was such a wonderful person with a heart of gold. She would be able to put a smile on my face even on the worse days of my life. I will miss her teasing me every time she saw me she would tell anyone that would be around that I used to steal her husband when I was 2 years old . I used to come over to the barber shop and Earnie Boy would stop what ever he was doing to put me up on the counter and give me a hug , a piece of candy and a soda . She would always joke and say you stole my husband. God I am gonna miss this sweet woman so much . My heart and prayers go to the entire family . Love Connie Walker and Family.

Rowen was very special to me. She represented a big sister. I truly admired her and her dedication to her beliefs. To the family, I am saddened to hear of your loss. Hold her loving memories close to your heart. I know that I will. Much love . . .

May God continue to bless you and comfort your family.

Sincerely, Rich Logan & family, Norristown, PA

Pixie E. Curry

To my dear cousins, Ronald, Ernie and Eric, sending you great love and Gods healing of your hearts as you say goodbye to your mother, my sweet Cousin Rowena. All my life she has been part of a great village that guided me and my sister Andi growing up in Virginia. So gratefully appreciated and loved her. Thank you for sharing her with us. With love, Your Cousin Toni 🙏🏽❤️

Praying for the peace and comfort of the family.

Rowena will continue to live in our hearts and minds. She married us back in 2009. She left us with a living gift that will always be cherished and sons that will always be considered our family. Her life has had a profound impact on those around her and continues on in the lives of all those within her realm of influence. We love you, Rowena. Our deepest condolences and prayers to her family, loved ones and friends. We will all miss you. Roger and Cindy Carter.

To the family of Of Sister Davenport, I met her over forty years ago and she was always a kind sweet lady. I know that God and her family met the world to her. She loved her sons and would often talk about what they were doing and how many Grands she had. Sister Rowena legacy will live on in so many lives that she has touch. RIEP Love Marty and Peggy Carte, Heathsville Va.

Our condolences to Ronald,Ernie,Eric and the family. Aunt Rowena will surely be missed. We will always remember her long talks,her love for family and her smile. Curtis ,Debra,Christian and Curtis Jr.

Our most sincere thoughts and prayers are with the family. Rev. Davenport was a sweet and faithful lady of God. Praying God's strength and grace over each of you as we journey from day to day. Sincerely, Judy Carter Burgess and Family

Her obituary indicated 4 sons. I consider myself to be a fifth son. For the love and respect that was shown from her to me, and likewise me to her. Not only was she a mother, grandmother, aunt, preacher, etc. I also consider her a saint by the way she carried herself working throughout all the communities and the local counties. To the family you have my condolence. -Herbert Nickens

To My Dear Cousins Ronald, Ernie, Eric and families. We offer our deepest condolences to you and will always remember our good times spent with Aunt Rowena. Sorrowfully Jeffrey & Robin Thomas and family.

To Ronald, Eric and Ernie. We send our deepest condolences and prayers to you. Gail, Dante, Natalie. Mackenzie and Cameron. Thomas Family

Will forever miss Aunt Rowena. She had always showed her love and friendship to me and my heart is hurting. She is at peace now.

Forever in your hearts. Always an inspiration. With deepest sympathy. Sandra Gaskins Smyre

Deepest condolences and prayers to the family!! May God console your hearts!!

I considered Rowena a dear friend. I especially appreciated her sense of humor and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ. I remember when I served as pastor at White Stone Baptist church and our church was hosting a community Thanksgiving service. I had personally invited Rowena and Mt. Vernon Baptist Church to the service. When Rowena arrived I asked her if she would give the benediction. She agreed and at the end of the service came up to the pulpit and offered the benediction. She later told me she never dreamed that she would have had the opportunity to stand behind the pulpit at White Stone Baptist Church. I am happy that she had that opportunity. Praying God's peace and comfort on you in the days ahead. God bless.

Rev. Dr. Dennis Martin Pastor, Claybrook Baptist Church Weems, VA

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