Matthew Blaine Davenport
September 14, 1964 — May 04, 2024
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Matthew Blaine Davenport
September 14,1964 - May 4, 2024
Matthew Davenport, 59, died of complications from pancreatic cancer on May 4th at Iowa Methodist Medical Center surrounded by his family.
Matthew was born in Waterloo, Iowa on September 14, 1964 to Maxylind and Forrest Davenport. Matt was a 1982 graduate of Southeast Polk High School. He married the love of his life, Mary, in 1987. He retired as a detective in 2014 from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. He dedicated 8 years to the Altoona City Council. Known for his infectious smile and lively personality, Matt cherished his family and the time he spent with them. He spent valuable time at his cabin in southern Iowa, hunting with his boys, and spending time with his grandchildren.
Matthew is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Tayli Sue Davenport; and nephew, Matthew Dean Davenport. He is survived by his wife, Mary Davenport of Altoona; sons: Taylor (Megan) Davenport of Altoona, Jesse (Emily) Davenport of Fort Dodge, Joseph (Rachel) Davenport of Altoona; 10 grandchildren: Harlow, Janie, Jordy, Jace, Hattie, Myla, Lucie, Brooks, Everett, and Emmalin; brothers: Mark Davenport of Williams, Arizona and Forrest Davenport of Venus, Texas; many loving nieces and nephews; and great friends.
An open house celebration of life has been planned for Matthew on Sunday, May 12, from 2-4 at the Townsend Community Center, 6615 NE 41st Avenue in Altoona.
Memorial contributions can be donated to the Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Sherri L. Cole
05/13/2024
Matt,
So sorry too hear of you're leaving this life. You truly were a force to be reckoned with.You brought so much laughter, humor, and good vibes to my life in the years that I was blessed to know you. Helping you and Mary pick paint colors, to sitting on a bar stool listening to you talk about the love of you're family. You knew they held you high and how they all made you proud ! You were always a bright light to everyone that had the pleasure of having you in their lives.
I will miss you and all the smiles that you brought to so many. As for you're amazing wife, I will be there in any way she might need me. The most important...no more suffering, and no more pain for you.
Just
Chaplain Linda Ripley (Formerly Hardman)
05/11/2024
I am praying for you and your precious family Mary. May our Lord hold you close and be
your comfort as you walk through this time of loss.
Matt was such a joy to work with at the Polk County Jail and Sheriff's office. It was my privilege to serve as his Chaplain.
Tom and Diana Davisson
05/09/2024
Mary,
We are heartbroken at the news of Matt's passing. He was a person that could light up a room when he entered. We are so blessed that we got to see Matt last December. We will keep you and your entire family in our prayers during this extremely difficult time.
Todd Scott
05/09/2024
So sorry to hear of Matt's passing....played little league with him. Prayers to you all.
Jeff Solinger
05/08/2024
Mary and family. My sincere and deepest condolences to you all..
Matt, I miss you my dear friend.
Until we meet again.
Love you brother,
Jeff
(57)
Leighter family
05/08/2024
Our hearts go out to your entire family. Matt's life was cut short way too soon. I enjoyed all the time we spent with you guys over the years and the time I had the privilege to work with Matt.
Scott & Karen
Mark Shepard
05/08/2024
I worked with Matt as the commander of the U.S. Marshals violent fugitive task force which was created with the Polk County Sheriffs Office. Matt was a character to say the least and a fine investigator. He will be missed. May god bless and keep him and his loved ones.
Mark Shepard
U.S. Marshal - Retired
Deb Troxel
05/07/2024
My sympathies and prayers for you and your family.
Martin Warrick
05/07/2024
I have very fond memories of my best man, my prayers are with your family
Alison Young (Borg)
05/07/2024
I am so sorry for the loss of Matt... May God comfort you all in your time of grieving this incredible loss.. Praying and thinking of your whole family.. So sorry to hear this news..