Timothy James Bivens

Timothy James Bivens, 56, born on March 16, 1960, in Westminster, California, passed away April 3, 2016. He resided in Anaheim, California, at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the direction of Forest Lawn, Cypress, California. "Tim" was the youngest of five children of Velma I. (Harris) Bivens and the late Floyd E. Bivens. Tim graduated from Troy High School in 1978 and worked at child time for 18 and a half years. Tim competed in many sports including wheelchair hockey, basketball and many others. He also raced in the L.A. marathon 7 times.

Tim was disabled at birth and overcame many obstacles in life including surviving cancer. Tim was a lifelong, avid Angels fan. Most importantly he was a genuinely amazing son, brother, uncle, and friend. Tim was truly an inspiration to all who were privileged to know him. Tim is survived by his mother, Velma (Harris) Bivens. His brother's Larry Bivens and wife, Cheryl, Frank Bivens and wife, Jean. His sister's Judy Birt and Mary Burton and husband Keith. Nieces: Lisa, Misty, Amber, Carolyn, Shannon, and Farah. Nephews: Allen, Robert, Jacob, and Jared. And 15 great nieces and nephews. Family request donations be made in honor of Tim Bivens to the City of Hope or United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Orange County.