Zell Mondell Davenport
of Yellville, AR
October 17, 1937 - March 24, 2023
Zell Mondell Davenport, age 85, of Yellville, Arkansas passed away Friday, March 24, 2023 in Yellville.
Zell was born October 17, 1937 in Mull, Arkansas to Whit and Rosa (Dillard) Davenport. A lifetime resident of the area, he was a Church of Christ member. Zell was a loving husband, father and grandfather. A United States Army veteran, he was self employed most of his life. He worked hanging sheetrock before he joined David Sewell and Bob Baker to form Buffalo River Land Company. He worked for Smith Brothers Construction. He owned and operated Davenport Sawmill until his retirement.
Mr. Davenport is survived by his son, Heath (Amy) Davenport of Yellville; two brothers, Glenn Davenport and Joe Davenport both of Yellville; his sister, Linda Rucker of Mountain Home and two grandchildren, Ethan Davenport and Eden Davenport.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Vanita; four brothers and five sisters.
Visitation will be 6:00 - 8:00 pm Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville.
Funeral service will be 10:00 am Thursday, March 30, 2023 at Caney Church of Christ near Yellville with Jeff Crawford officiating.
Interment will follow at Caney Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Don Lynch, Danny Lynch, Raymond Lynch, Bob Davenport, Larry Davenport and Jay Jones.
Memorials may be made to Truth for Today, World Mission School, 2209 Benton Ave., Searcy, AR 72143
Honorary pallbearers will be Ethan Davenport and all of his nephews.
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Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Burns Funeral Home
725 North Panther Ave.
Yellville, AR 72687
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com