Dwight Eugene Givens passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at the age of 62 in San Antonio, Texas.

Dwight was born on Wednesday, May 2, 1962, in Muskogee, Oklahoma, to parents, Arthur Lee Givens and Wilma Mae Clayton.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and son, Michael McDonald.

Dwight was a graduate of Wagoner High School — Class of 1980. He was an exceptional student and stellar athlete, winning accolades, and a basketball scholarship to Oral Roberts University where he later went on to complete his Master's degree in Business Administration in 1987.

Dwight's career focus was in healthcare, spending many years as Vice President of Operations for U.S. Renal Care.

Dwight's passion for life can be summed up in one word, "GOD." Dwight loved the Lord. He was baptized at an early age at First Baptist Church in Wagoner, OK with later affiliations to Bethlehem Baptist Church in Covington, GA and Second Missionary Baptist Church in Cape Girardeau, MO.

Dwight, affectionately known as "O.T." Old Testament, was a dedicated member of Living Faith Community Church from 2012 until his passing and served in several capacities to include: Executive Council Chairperson, Life Group Leader, Bible Study Facilitator, and Count Team Member. Dwight was an integral part of the planning and development of the new church located at 1111 Talley Road. He had a large presence in the ministry, demonstrated by his calm demeanor, leadership abilities, positive attitude, wisdom, sound advice, generosity, love, passion for the Old Testament scriptures, and faithfulness to God.

He is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Alisha Givens; son, DeAntay Givens; daughters, Kennedy, and Karmen Givens; one granddaughter, Alesha Renae Johnson; brother, Christopher Givens; sisters, LaDonna Givens, Jacqueline Johnson, and Carol Givens; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. Dwight will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him.

Interment at Elmwood Cemetery will be on Wednesday, June 5 at 3:00 p.m. with no service planned.