Obituary: Kiven Johnson

Kiven M. Johnson, age 65, died Feb. 27, 2025.

Kiven was born to Mary Nell Parker in Oxford, Ohio on Oct. 27, 1959. He's the beloved husband of Christy (nee Abrams) Johnson; loving brother of Korey (Cindy) Burum, Winona Dickerson, Mae Jessop, Bobby Johnson and James Johnson, Jr.; dear brother-in-law of John (Shirley) Abrams; and cherished uncle of Nicole Abrams.

Kiven was an accomplished athlete, earning his Bachelor's degree from Baldwin Wallace College in Berea, Ohio. He excelled in football as well as track and field, earning him a place in their Hall of Fame. Kiven was also a gifted sous chef for several years, spending his career serving others. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. 

A memorial visitation will be held at Paul R. Young Funeral Home in Oxford on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

This obituary was originally published on the website of Paul R. Young Funeral Home.