Davenport & Harris Funeral Home

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301 Martin Luther King Jr Dr # Y
Birmingham, AL 35211
Davenport and Harris Funeral Home Incorporated was established in September 12, 1899 and is the oldest African American family owned and operated business in the State of Alabama.Charles Morgan "Boss" Harris, founder, was born in Mobile, Alabama on August 3, 1871. Charles, along with his sister Hattie C. Davenport, moved to Montgomery, Alabama in 1889. After working at several odd jobs and attending Alabama State Normal School for Colored, he began working for the late Henry A. Loveless Undertaking Company.In 1893, Charles M. "Boss" Harris married Mattie Bell Saffold of Selma, Alabama. Later in that same year, Charles, who had by now earned the nickname "Boss, " moved with his new bride and his sister Hattie to Birmingham.

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Kim T.
12/16/2017

It's always hard dealing with the death of a loved one. I've buried my mom, dad, grandmother and now my aunt. The staff at Davenport & Harris are very compassionate. When dealing with them it's on...

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Gabe P.
12/11/2021

Unfortunately I was recently here due to the loss of a close friend's brother. Easy to find . Adequate parking. Friendly staff members and supportive during unfortunate circumstances. The...

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