Donald Louis Havelin Jr., age 56, passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at his home in Dalton Georgia. Donald is survived by his wife, Amanda Havelin of Dalton Georgia; parents, Leroy and Emma Jean Perkins of St. Stephens, AL; daughters Kate Havelin of Dalton; Lauren Havelin of Dalton; son, Scott and Shana Petty of Jackson AL; sister, Rhonda Hayes of St. Stephens AL; grandchild Dean Petty. Service for Donald will be held at a later date. To honor his career of service to the maritime industry, his ashes will be scattered at sea. Arrangements have been entrusted to independently owned and operated Dalton Funeral Home, 620 S. Glenwood Ave. Dalton, GA 30721; 706-529-5371.