Sergt., Hdqrs. Co., 105th Engrs., 30th Div. Son of W. L. and Esther Kivett, of Guilford County. Husband of Mrs. Bertha P. Kivett. Entered service June 28, 1917, at Shelby, N.C. Sent to Camp Sevier, S. C.; transferred to Camp Merritt, N. J. Landed in France June 11, 1918. Fought in all engagements with 105th Engineers, 30th Div. Returned to USA April 14, 1919. Mustered out at Camp Jackson, S. C., April 18, 1919.