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John Havery Obituary

Havery, John Wallace 84 12/01/1926 02/22/2011 John was born in White Plains, N.Y., to John and Dorothy Havery. He joined the U.S. Navy in 1942 and retired in 1965. John taught electronics at Washington High School in Portland, worked for the Oregon Department of Education in Salem, and graduated from Marylhurst University in 1991. He was a member of the Tigard Orenomah Lodge 207 and the Scottish Rite, and a Navy Military Auxiliary Radio System (MARS) volunteer for 40 years. John married Madelon L. Michaelson in 1957 and is survived by his wife and their daughters, Anna F. Havery and Maria L. Reed. He is also survived by his daughters, Yvonne M. DeVincent, Margo A. Hannah, and Debra T. Lewis; 10 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. A family gathering is planned. Donations may be made in John's memory to Alzheimer's Association, Oregon Trail Chapter, 1311 N.W. 21st Ave., Portland, OR 97209; Legacy Hopewell House Hospice, 6171 S.W. Capitol Highway, Portland, OR 97201; or the charity of your choice.

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Published by The Oregonian on Feb. 25, 2011.

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dawn havery-becker

March 26, 2011

dear uncle john: now you can rest and be at peace with your mom,dad, and your brother. you will forever be in my prayers.

Art Bush

March 11, 2011

If you were to look up Mason in a dictionary you would find a picture of John Havery beside the word. He was a true cornerstone in our Lodge at Tigard and twice honored me by being the Lodge secretary while I was Worshipful Master.

I had the pleasure of presenting John with the prestigious Hiram award that is given to only a select few and only after a vote of his peers. He cried as I placed the award around his neck which made me cry as well.

Tonight's sky will be a little darker now that John's star has been extinguished but I find comfort knowing that he was surrounded by the deep love and affection of the Brothers of the Tigard lodge.

"Well done good and faithful servant" until we meet again,
MWB Art Bush, IPGM Grand Lodge of Oregon.

Scott Keller

March 5, 2011

To the Harvey's
I have been a member of the
Tigard Lodge and John was there when I became a Master Mason. I remember his laugh, his smile, his very serious side and most of all his dedication to the things he was pasionate about. My grandparents, John and Catherine Annand as well as my mother Susan Keller knew John as well. Please accept my condolences and best wishes for John now that he is being cared for by God and is no longer in distress. John, your call was heard and answered. My tears are for you and and your family my Brother.

Debra Lewis

February 28, 2011

Dear Family,
My deepest heartfelt sympathies to each of you. He was loved and taken care of by you Madelon. Thank you Margo,Anna,and Maria for being there.
Love,Debe

Lisa Sempert

February 25, 2011

Thank you for taking great care for Uncle John. He's in a better place. Take care of yourselves.

Staff of Young's Funeral Home

February 22, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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