Athena M Kaiman

Born in New York City on October 18, 1959, Athena graduated from Northeastern University with two bachelor’s degrees in political science and criminal justice. She was recognized for her academic achievements through her membership in the Honor Society Phi Kappa Phi.

In 1986, Athena founded Athena Productions, Inc., a consulting and marketing firm for publishers and authors. Athena also worked in politics as a grassroots organizer, press secretary, speechwriter, and the Director of the Essex County Health and Human Services Department. Athena also served as a member of the Township of Verona Planning Board.

Athena’s greatest joy and proudest achievement is her DAR & Earth series, a political fiction tetralogy rooted in accurate historical and scientific facts, with an emphasis on climate change and female empowerment. Through the series, she hopes to inspire younger generations.

She is survived by her husband, Ken; her daughter, Cady; son-in-law, Kent; her granddaughter, Chloe; and sister, Eva.

Athena will be remembered for her unwavering commitment to justice, her compassion and kindness, and her humor.

A celebration of life will be held on November 7, 2026, at Marshall-Donnelly-Combs Funeral Home.

“Those who choose not to accept and respect the differences of others doom us all to a life without dignity.” -- Athena M. Kaiman, DAR & Earth: Oraculi