Kevin Davenport- Rackham

Kevin Robert Davenport-Rackham (they/he) ended their life after a prolonged battle with depression on October 22, 2022, at the age of 29. They are survived by their partner, Kaitlin and their parents, Cindy and Glen Rackham, who divorced in 2007. Kevin was born on March 6th, 1993 to Cindy and Glen Rackham in Albany, Oregon. Kevin attended Portland State University and graduated with a degree in Political Science. During college, Kevin worked on the Pay It Forward bill as a senior capstone project that helped to address the student debt crisis. Kevin was always passionate about activism and making the world a better place for future generations. As the Communication Director of the Working Families Party of Oregon, Kevin fervently fought for the rights of workers and marginalized communities. He dedicated much of his free time to learning more about the systems of oppression in this country and how to support others through mutual aid. Anyone who knew Kevin, knew that they were a generous, kind, and intelligent human being. Kevin was a confidant to many and a shoulder to cry on, always bringing comfort and words of wisdom to those who needed support and love. Kevin enjoyed cooking large meals for friends, gathering around a table together, and playing games. Kevin spent their free time reading science fiction and fantasy books, building Lego sets, snuggling their cats Pippin and Luna, exploring coffee shops, restaurants, and stores in Portland, and playing video games. Kevin loved being outdoors and hiked all over Oregon with their friends and partner, Kaitlin. Kevin’s service will be held at one of their favorite local hiking spots, Beazell Memorial County Forest. The family chose this location so that it would be easy to visit Kevin, take a walk through the forest, and connect with the memories that were shared. As some may know, Kevin identified as nonbinary and used they/he pronouns. Pronouns are common parts of speech that can seem unimportant to some but mean the world to others. Using a person’s correct pronouns can even save lives. Using the correct pronouns shows that we respect and support that person and that we care about their identity. To learn more about nonbinary pronouns and why they are important, see the link below: https://www.glsen.org/sites/default/files/2022-06/GLSEN_Pronoun_Guide.pdf Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Kevin's life at 1:00 pm, Sunday, October 30, 2022 at Beazell Memorial Forest & Education Center, 37283 Kings Valley Hwy.Philomath, OR 97370 . Parking is limited, please consider car-pooling. Please share your thoughts and memories for the family at www.demossdurdan.com Contributions in memory of Kevin can be made to the The Trevor Project, Jackson Street Youth Services, or the Amazon Labor Union fund. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide please call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. You can also contact the Crisis Text Line (text HELLO to 741741). Both services provide 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress

Kevin Davenport- Rackham

March 6, 1993 - October 22, 2022