Nivena Tayugio Martin, was born on July 5, 1965 in Elizabeth, N| to the Late Alice and John Martin. Nivena was Educated in the Linden public school system and graduated from Linden High School. Nivena found employment as a secretary for PDM (Elizabeth, NI), Packaging/ Glass Company, and several Temp Agencies. Tayugio as she was affectionally called, loved playing baseball. She was an avid Giants and Buffalo Bills fan. Nivena was a loving, caring person who had a great spirit. Nivena leaves to cherish her beloved memories, two sons: Tyrick Mickens & Todd Thomas Jr. Two grandchildren: Aden & Adonis Mickens. Four siblings: Andrea Martin, Rayshone Baskerville, Cheri Martin, and Gindella Thomas. Aunts: Veronica Thomas, Heddy Sanders, Melinda Neal, and Delano Giles. Uncle; O'Neal Thomas. Great Aunts; Patel Coleman, Ruth Johnson, and a host of other relatives and friends.