Clifford ‘Dale’ Havens, 92, passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at Ashford Place Health Campus in Shelbyville.
He was born on August 31, 1924, in Shelby County, the son of Vernal M. and Mary Margaret (Tutter) Havens. On June 30, 1950 Dale married Delphia Mae ‘Jean’ Golden, and she preceded him in death on February 16, 1984.
Surviving from this union are two sons and three daughters: Charles Dale Havens, wife Lisa (deceased); Robert Allen Havens, wife Millie; Teresa Jean Tungate, husband Randy; Linda Gail Thomas, husband Reggie (deceased) and Susan Marie Watson. Dale was preceded in death by his parents and sister Irma Sandefur. Surviving siblings are brother Vern Havens and sister Margaret Jones.
Dale married Helen M. (Deller) Ogden on October 8, 1988, and she survives with sons Michael Ogden, wife Ann; John Ogden; Terry Ogden, wife Brenda; David Ogden; (deceased).
The combined families of sons, daughters, spouses, 19 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren greatly loved and admired the compassionate, gregarious and giving spirit of Dale. He touched so many lives and has left each with special memories of his endearing qualities.
Dale attended school in Shelbyville, graduating from Shelbyville High School in 1942.
In all of his employment of various capacities Dale had a strong work ethic to do a good job and provide for his family. His work history included employment in the Requisitions Dept. at Camp Atterbury, Edinburgh, Indiana; Chambers Corp., Shelbyville; skilled trades at Chrysler Corp., Indianapolis; and as a house painter for many homes in Shelbyville.
After retirement from the work force in 1986, Dale met and married Helen Ogden. Their marriage of 28 years was a source of love and nurturing for each other and their families.
In addition to loving and providing for his family, Dale donated his time and support as a volunteer driver for the American Cancer Society; Dale supported the Fraternal Order of Eagles #766 serving as auditor for several terms; Shelby County Drug Free Coalition; St. Joe Social Club, Knights of Columbus Scared Heart Council #822, Shelby County Historical Society; and served as an usher and commentator at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Leisure time interests included bowling and fishing.
Dale’s life will be celebrated Friday, April 28, 2017 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service 703 S. Harrison Street in Shelbyville, IN. Rosary will be recited at 3:30pm at the funeral home.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00pm Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church 124 E. Broadway Street in Shelbyville, IN with Father Joseph Newton officiating.
Burial will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to donor’s favorite charity in memory of Dale.
Funeral Directors Greg, Sheila and Stuart Parks are honored to conduct the services for the Havens family.
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