Doris Virginia Groce Davenport

Doris Virginia Groce Davenport, of Mansfield, Texas, passed away on October 13, 2026, at the age of 97. She was born on April 13, 1929, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to Joseph Cornelius Groce and Corrie Etta Griffin Groce.

Mrs. Davenport graduated from Fairforest High School in 1946. On February 28, 1947, she married Mark L. Davenport Jr. in Gaffney, South Carolina, beginning a marriage and family life that remained central to her years. A homemaker, Doris devoted herself to caring for her home and the people she loved. She was a devoted wife and a wonderful mother and grandmother, and she was a faithful member of First Methodist Church in Mansfield, Texas, for more than 40 years as well as a member of the Eastern Star.

Doris found joy in the beauty and comfort of home. She loved working in her yard and was known for her beautiful flowers. She kept a spotless home and took special delight in dogs, especially Boston Terriers. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her deep happiness, and she loved showering them with many gifts. She will be remembered for her loving devotion to her family, her steady care for others, and the warmth she brought to everyday life.

She is survived by her daughter, Susan Quillin; her son, Mark L. Davenport III and his wife, Judy; her grandchildren, Bryan Quillin, Julie Quillin Clay and her husband, Paul, Lauren Davenport Downing and her husband, Brad, and Mark L. Davenport IV and his wife, Cortney; and her great-grandchildren, Mason Clay, Thomas Clay, Katelyn Clay, Mark L. Davenport V, and Max Davenport. She leaves behind a family who will continue to cherish her memory with gratitude and love.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Mark L. Davenport Jr.; her father, Joseph Cornelius Groce; her mother, Corrie Etta Griffin Groce; her sister, Ruth Ardelk Groce; her brothers, James Edward Groce, Robert Adron Groce, Thomas Andrew Groce, and Joseph Cornelius Groce Jr.; and her sisters, Mallie Caroline Groce Cromer and Mildred Corrine Groce Little; her son-in-law Roderick Quillin.

Visitation will be held on October 21, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Blessing Funeral & Cremations, 401 Elm St, Mansfield, Texas 76063. The funeral service will follow there from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Burial will take place at 3:00 p.m. at Moore Memorial Gardens, 1219 North Davis Drive, Arlington, Texas 76012.

Doris Virginia Groce Davenport lived a life rooted in faith, family, and loving care for others. Her memory will remain a blessing to all who knew and loved her.