Arrangements Set for Tipton Mayor Havens

Funeral arrangements have been released for Tipton Mayor Don Havens. Havens passed away Friday morning at the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis. He was 74.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at West Street Christian Church in Tipton. Burial will be at Fairview Cemetery in Tipton. Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday at West Street Christian Church and also from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. on Saturday prior to the funeral.

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The Kokomo Tribune  reports Havens passed away after an extended battle with Crohn’s disease. Havens, a U.S. Army veteran, served two terms as mayor of Tipton, but did not seek a third term. His successor, Democrat Tom Dolezal, is set to take office in January.

Governor Eric Holcomb issued the following statement Friday after news Haven’s death was released.

“Janet and I were deeply saddened to learn about Don’s passing. He was an incredible public servant who was dedicated to ensuring his hometown was the kind of community where you would want to raise a family and grow a business. We ask that all Hoosiers join us in offering prayers and condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Mayor Don.”

You can read more from the Kokomo Tribune by clicking here.