DODGE CITY - Esther Lorraine Stephenson (Weaver) died April 3, 2024 at the Presbyterian Manor of the Plains in Dodge City, Kansas. She was 96 years old.

Esther was born on September 26, 1927 to Lester and LuLu Weaver (Briggs). She was the last child of six. She spent her childhood in the country and graduated from Sedan High School.

In June of 1946 Esther wed Loy Asher Stephenson at Sedan, Kansas. They were married for 53 years until his death in 1999. To this union they had three children: Sherry, Larry and Kenneth.

The family lived in Sedan, Fort Scott, Mound City and Garrnett of Kansas. Esther spent her time raising the family and staying involved in the church. She worked at JC Penny for a while in Garrnett.

In 1962 they moved to Oakley Kansas. Esther worked at the Lincoln Community Hospital. She was a medical librarian for 30 years. She was an active member of the Methodist Church. She enjoyed taking many family camping trips.

Loy and Esther moved to Dodge City, Kansas in 1996 to be closer to family. They both enjoyed going to Dodge City Community College Conquistadors basketball games. She watched the games even after Loy's passing. She enjoyed traveling including two trips to Alaska. Esther loved spending time with her many grandchildren.

Esther was preceded in death by her parents; Lester and LuLu Weaver, Husband; Loy Stephenson, Sisters; Florence and Gail, Brothers; Harold, Ivan, and Lyle, and Son; Kenneth.

She is survived by her Son; Larry (Pam) of Dodge City, Daughter; Sherry (Ron) of Hugo Colorado, six grandchildren; ten great grandchildren, and many great great grandchildren.

There will be no services. Cremation has taken place.