Raymond L. Havens, Sr., 53 of Fremont, OH passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 9, 2016. He was born on March 4, 1963 in Port Clinton, OH, the son of Samuel and Lois (Florianna) Havens.
Ray was a Bottom Painter and Trailer Mechanic at Happy Days Boating for eleven years. He also ran Ray’s Ready Cab. Ray was a member of New Apostolic Church in Fremont where he volunteered with grounds keeping and was a Greeter. He enjoyed being and doing outside work and loved spending time with his family.
Ray is survived by his children, Brian Strausbaugh, Fremont, OH, James (Megan) Havens, Clyde, OH, Raymond (Amandia) Havens, Jr., Holland, OH; step children, Richard (Heather) Smith, Holland, OH and Rebecca Smith, Fremont, OH; siblings, Joseph “Joe” Havens, Linda (Michael Trautman) Smith, Sam (Dawn) Havens, Jr., Patricia (Bruce) Wilson, Chris (Pam) Havens, Jimmy (Laurie) Havens, all of Fremont, OH, Sheila (Tim) Music of West Virginia, Donny (Kathy) Havens of Florida, Frank (Vicki) Havens of South Carolina; girlfriend, Lori Nahm, Fremont, OH; nine grandchildren and his dog, Patches.
He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Richard Havens, Herman Smith and Martha (Robert) Adams; step son, Robert Smith.
Visitation: Sunday, March 13, 2016 from Noon until 6:00 pm at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH.
Service: Sunday, March 13, 2016 starting at 6:00 pm at the funeral home with Priest Ray Cline officiating.
Memorials: American Cancer Society or New Apostolic Church.
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Sheryl Elkins
Lori, I Am so sorry to hear of Rays Passing! I know what you’re going through! May God Comfort You in your time of Need! God Bless You! Rays Family! You All Have My Heart Felt Condolences! God Bless You All!!!
Ray Cline
I am very proud to call Ray my Friend. We hurt with the family and will hold you all in our prayers.
Derek Wilson
He was loved an he was all ways smiling and a hard working guy. He loved us Wilson Family Derek Naomi and Faith Wilson. He was a really proud guy to hang out with u will be missed and loved
lissiehavens
I am sorry for the loss of my cousin Ray he is in heaven with grandma grandpa his mom to
Lydia
I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies and condolences for the family
melissa kukla
so sorry for your loss he was an amazing man father husband grandpa…your family are in our prayers
Mia Ruffing (waitress at frickers)
So sorry to hear this sending all my positive vibes to his girlfriend and family
Nicole Waldo
So sad to hear of Ray’s passing. He was such a giving and selfless person – always had something positive to share regardless of whatever circumstance he may have been facing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and Lori.
Tamie MEZINGER
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Chris Havens
I love you brother Ray and you will always be with me in my heart . To Raymond and James – Again i am proud of you both as you have done a wonderful job with dads care . Myself and my family will always cherish our memeries of brother Ray and also you kids . Love you all very much Uncle Chris
Rhonda lesher
Sorry about Ray he was such a great guy!!!!
Mikie wilson
Sorry hear about rays passing worked with Ray for many years went fishing with me and my boys when they were growing up known him and his family for long time prayers to the family and he will be missed by everyone r.I.p. Ray see u on the other side my friend..
Ton'a Geiger
Chris and family,
I just found out about Ray and my heart sank. I have so many good memories of when he worked at the restaurant in Clyde and when I would go to their house. Chris you and I were in JA together, not sure if you remember me. But my heart is breaking for the loss of a great man. He could put an arm around you and calm your tears or make you laugh until you cried. Either way he was one of the kindest and most sensitive genuine men I have ever met in my life. My Love and prayers for the boys and the family during this time.
Ann Baughn
Sincere condolences to the family. Ray was a good man to all and a friend to many. Finally all his pain is gone. God bless you all.
Debbie Corter
RIP Ray you will be truly missed such a great man.
Julie Beard
So very sorry to hear of Rays’ passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. (In case you don’t recognize my name – I am Jason Beards’ mom. Jason and Robbie Smith were friends.)
Dawn
My deepest condolences to your family and everyone who knew and loved Mr. Havens. Thankfully, we can all look forward to the day John 5:25 will come true for all the ones we have loved and lost. May it comfort you to know that the bible tells us at 1 Peter 5:7 to “throw all of your anxieties on God because he cares for you”.
Lori Lucas
The pain that i feel in my heart right now, i am very sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. My prayers are with the whole family, Ray was a very wonderful and kind man. You all are like family to me and I will be praying for healing through this difficult time. Ray R.I.P you will be deeply missed
Penny Hern
I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers. God be with all of you always. Sending lots of love and hugs.
Rick Smith
Love you Ray. You will be missed. Never once in my life do I recall you ever putting yourself before us kids. You always made it a priority to include us with all that you did. That is an amazing quality in a great man that the world has lost. The only good thing is I know Rob is there waiting for you with open arms. God Bless You and rest in peace my friend.
Suse Sandrock
Though we only knew Ray for a short time, he touched our hearts and our lives. Our hearts ache with your as you go through this difficult time. We carry you in our prayers and pray you feel the comfort from above as you grieve for this wonderful person. Jeff and Susie Sandrock
Jaime Hasselschwert
So very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.