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James Nay Havens, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his residence in Butler County on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on Thursday, January 6, 1949, in the Banock Community of Butler County, James lived a life marked by kindness, adventure, and selflessness.

James was preceded in death by his loving parents, Willie and Freda Pierce Havens; his brother, Raymond Havens; and his sister, Betty Phelps. His memory will be forever held in the hearts of those he leaves behind, including his devoted wife of 23 years, Carolyn May Baize Havens, whom he married on April 6, 2002. He was a proud father to his two sons, Lloyd Havens (Tabby) and Randy Havens, both of Morgantown, KY. His legacy continues through his two stepchildren, Jim Havens of Beaver Dam, KY, and Lisa Keown of Bowling Green, KY.

James was a doting grandfather to seven grandchildren: Dylan Havens (Cori) of Berea, KY; Dalton Havens (Julie) of Clarkson, KY; Katy McLean (Steven) of TN; Kolbi Johnson (Tr3y) of Morgantown, KY; Tyler Havens (LeAnna) of Brownsville, KY; Alex Havens of Morgantown, KY; and Caysi Havens of Morgantown, KY. He also cherished his three step-grandchildren: Misti Havens of Morgantown, KY; Jessica Hudson (Matthew) of Morgantown, KY; and Eric Keown (Amy) of South Carolina and 20 great-grandchildren.

James is also survived by his siblings, Daymon Havens of Beaver Dam, KY; Ray Havens of Morgantown, KY; and Dale Havens (Birdie) of Russellville, KY and numerous nieces and nephews.

A member of Mt. Vernon Missionary Baptist Church, James's interests were as varied as they were passionate. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching UK Basketball.

Funeral services will be held at the Jones Funeral Chapel Monday, March 10, 2025 at 1:00pm with Bro. Danny Mooneyhan officiating. Burial will be in the Mt Vernon Cemetery where  Dale, Lloyd, Randy, Tyler, Dalton and Alex Havens will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 10, 2025 from 9:30am until funeral time at 1:00pm at the Jones Funeral Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Mt Vernon Cemetery Fund P.O. Box 414 Morgantown, KY 42261. Please share any photos, memories, condolences or light a candle in memory of James at www.jonesfuneralchapel.com. Jones Funeral Chapel is honored to be serving the family of James Nay Havens.