Reed Dievert

Kenton Reed Dievert, 52 of Lexington died July 31, 2024, surrounded by his family, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend. Reed, born on September 9, 1971, in Danville, KY, to Tim and Margie Hundley Dievert, dedicated his life to his family and his career to the food service industry.

While studying at the University of Kentucky (UK) and working at the same restaurant, Reed and Rhonda met and have made Lexington their home ever since. After over 20 years in the restaurant industry with O’Charley’s in Lexington, which also expanded to his hometown of Danville, he joined Fayette County Public Schools Food Services in 2018 as a cafeteria manager bringing his hard work, passion, and expertise to the school district. He has served as the cafeteria manager at Leestown Middle School in Lexington since 2018. His warm demeanor and love of cooking endeared him to all who knew him. He passed along his passion for cooking that he got from his own mother to his two sons.

Reed, a man of few words but whose actions spoke volumes, cherished his time outdoors, especially camping, fishing, and gardening. He served as the Quartermaster Scout Leader of Troop #41 in Lexington, KY, which supported his adult son in becoming an Eagle Scout. A proud supporter of University of Kentucky sports, he cheered on The UK basketball and football teams with intense loyalty, which dates back to his college years playing for the UK Band. He was dedicated to his current church for over two decades.

He is survived by his loving wife, Rhonda Dievert, and his two sons, Logan and Hunter Dievert, as well as his parents Tim and Margie Dievert, sisters Niesje (Adam) Langston and Brooke (Paul) Winderl, and his nieces Anna Langston, Clara Winderl, nephew Will Langston and numerous extended family members.

A Funeral Service will be at 6 p.m.,  August 9, 2024, at Immanuel Baptist Church at Armstrong Mill, 2261 Armstrong Mill Rd, Lexington, KY 40515 with Rev. Mike James and Rev. Travis Fox. Visitation will also be from 4 – 6 p.m. at Immanuel Baptist Church at Armstrong Mill.

Memorial donations are suggested to the Reed Dievert Quartermaster Camp Scholarship for Troop #41 in Lexington, KY.   Donations can be sent to:  BSA Troop 41, c/o Immanuel Baptist Church, 3100 Tates Creek Road, Lexington, KY 40502. Checks should be payable to BSA Troop 41 and include Dievert Quartermaster Scholarship in the memo line.

Reed will be remembered for his unwavering kindness, love for his family, and dedication to his community. His legacy of love and service will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to have known him.