Anne Niles Davenport

Anne Niles Davenport, 78, of Freeland, Wash., passed away July 27 in her home.

Known for her vibrant personality, keen mind, and sassy sense of humor, the textile world has lost a bright light.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Anne Niles Davenport Scholarship Fund, to extend and honor Anne’s commitment to the education of textile artists (c/o Danette Sulgrove PO Box 1344 Langley, WA 98260). See www.whidbeymemorial.com for full obituary.

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