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John Havens Obituary
August 17, 1939-January 18,2021
Born in Pasadena, Jack grew up in the Ingleside District of San Francisco, attended Lincoln High School, and was graduated from Santa Clara University in 1961. He and his wife of 58 years were longtime residents of San Marino, California before returning to the Bay Area in 1998. He is survived by his wife, Maxine, daughter Corinne (Alan) Vernon of Danville and grandchildren Nicholas and Peyton. He was predeceased by daughter Natalie Havens Marsh in 2010. His family and friends will miss his warmth, sense of humor, vibrant personality and signature whistle.
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John Giffin
March 2, 2021
Jack was a beloved mentor of mine and long time friend. He was absolutely the nicest man who ever lived. I'll miss him greatly.
Diana Davis
February 23, 2021
My heart is very sad to hear of Jacks passing. Jack was a wonderful man. I've know Jack for over 65 years. We met in Jr. High School and remained friends all these years. Jack was always self confident, loved being with people and he was the apple of his mothers eye. He did well in everything he did and worked hard to achieve the best. Very thoughtful and a good conversationalist. Actually, I admired Jack so much that I gave my son his middle name, Anthony. Jack also mentioned once that he would have used his name John if people had called him Johnny. The world was a better place having had Jack in It. Please find a picture take of the two of us at Jack's Jr. Prom in 1956 Lincoln High School in San Francisco. Blessings to his family, I'm so sorry for. our loss.
Dan Bryant
February 17, 2021
The 1961 Class at Santa Clara was good and made better for Jack's having been a part of it.
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Bob Callan
February 16, 2021
Maxine and family,
Saddened to hear of Jack’s passing. Enjoyed our years together at SCU. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Robert Randall
February 15, 2021
Did 'jack" play basketball for Lincoln as a sophomore??if so, did he transfer after his sophomore year???He never played for Lincoln again. I was two years older and played for Lowell. He was a
Jim Daniels
February 15, 2021
Many fond memories of us as classmates at SCU. Great friend! Will be in my prayers.
Nick and Kathy Scopas
February 14, 2021
Our love and prayers are with you and your family Corinne. We’re here if you need us❤
Lonna
February 14, 2021
Jack never met a stranger. Corinne and family will forever keep his memory and spirit alive. He lived his life for his precious Nick and Peyton. Beautiful and graceful Maxine, Rob, Chili and I send our deepest sympathy and healing prayers. Jack was a fantastic founding board member for Playgroup. Forever grateful.
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