James J. Havel, age 79 of Perry, passed away March 6, 2019 at Madison Lake Health Medical Campus. He was born March 4, 1940 in Cleveland, the son of the late Julius and Jane (Kohanki) Havel.
A member of the Army National Guard Jim was proud of his service to our Country and was a member of the AMVETS in Perry. He worked for 20 years as a Mailer for the Plain Dealer. A hard worker he and his wife Peggy were Co-Owners of Havel Garden Center in Perry.
He is survived by his wife, Peggy; step daughter: Suzette Miller; step grandchildren: Derek and Breanna; sister: Martha DiCello; brothers: Mark and Phillip Havel. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother: Charlie Havel and step daughter: Debra Verik.
A Celebration of Jim’s life will be held at a later date. The Behm Family Funeral Home is assisting the family during this time. Online obituary and guestbook at www.behmfuneral.com