Helen Elizabeth Havener's obituary , Passed away on November 3, 2026 in Independence, Missouri

Helen Elizabeth Havener

June 6, 1928 - November 3, 2026 (98 years old)

Independence, Missouri

Helen Elizabeth Havener's obituary , Passed away on November 3, 2026 in Independence, Missouri
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Helen Elizabeth Havener

June 6, 1928 - November 3, 2026 (98 years old)

Independence, Missouri

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Helen Elizabeth Havener Obituary

We announce the death of Helen Elizabeth Havener of Independence, Missouri, born in Springfield, Missouri, who passed away on November 3, 2026, at the age of 98. Helen will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Claude Dickens and Edith Dickens; her former husbands, Ivan Schmitt and Don Kinley; and her brothers, Wilford Dickens and Claude Dickens Jr..

She is survived by: her sons, Dennis Schmitt (Phyllis) of Springfield and Keith Schmitt of Independence Mo; her grandchildren, Brian Schmitt, Brock Schmitt and Kathleen Slape (Nathan); her great grandchildren, Connor Schmitt (Elsa), Jacob Schmitt and Taylor Schmitt; and her spouse Olaf Havener.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 17th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Robberson Prairie Cemetery.

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Tue

Nov 17

Graveside service

11:00 AM

Robberson Prairie Cemetery

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