Funeral arrangements are pending.
He was noted for his expertise in military ethics and the history of philosophy and applied ethics. He received the Association of Former Students Distinguished Achievement Award in Teaching twice and also received a college-level teaching award. He was the author of numerous articles and essays. Davenport held a B.A. degree in philosophy from Southern Nazarene University, an M.A. in philosophy and religion from Colorado College, and a Ph.D. in philosophy from the University of Illinois.