Robert A. Davenport, aka “Curly Bob,” passed away in Quartzsite, Arizona on April 13, 2013. Bob is survived by his loving and devoted wife Sarah. They were married on March 24, 1954 in Dodge City, Kansas and enjoyed 59 years of matrimony.
Bob was born in Dodge City, Kansas on November 11, 1930. As an adult, Bob served in the United States Army for three years. He worked at White Pine Mill, as a custodian at K-Mart and owned a barber shop in Stevensville, Montana. He was known as “Host of Trades” on the Quartzsite, Arizona C.B. Radio for several years.
Along with his wife Sarah, Bob is survived by son Randy, daughter Patty, brother Frank, nieces and nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Bob is preceded in death by sons Robert (Bob) and James (J. C.); daughter Eugenia; brothers Bud and Tim; and sisters Aileen, Mary Jean, and Anna.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Florence Park in Florence, Montana. The family invites everyone to a reception at the park following the service. Please bring your favorite stories to share in celebration of Bob’s life.