Linda Marie Stevens

Linda Stevens, 77, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on December 16, 2024. Born with a kind and generous spirit, Linda touched the hearts of all who knew her, offering warmth and compassion to friends, family, and even strangers. Her ability to brighten a room and make lasting connections began early in her life, as she blossomed into the social butterfly she was known to be, never meeting a stranger. Linda’s love story began on a double date, where she met her husband, Michael. Their relationship flourished, and they married before embarking on life’s adventure. The couple spent a brief time in Tulsa before returning to Kansas, where they settled in Wichita and eventually started their family of two daughters. As a nurse, Linda dedicated her life to caring for others. She began her career working on the OB unit, sharing in the joy of new life. After starting her own family, Linda shifted her focus to a family practice center, where she built lasting friendships with colleagues and patients alike. Toward the end of her career, Linda found fulfillment as a school nurse, where she was able to care for children’s health, safety, and comfort. Linda was deeply involved in her daughter’s lives, serving as their Brownie leader, cheering them on at school events, as well as volunteering to teach puberty classes and assisting with head lice screenings at their school. Linda also had a passion for finding treasures. Known as the "Garage Sale Queen," she spent Thursdays through Saturdays hunting for the best bargains, filling her home with finds that she was always eager to share with others. If anyone complimented her on a piece of jewelry or a home decoration, she would immediately offer it, insisting they take it with them. Past hobbies included cross stitching, stenciling, making baskets and painting. Other hobbies were her multiple social groups which included Bunco, Red Hat, Dominoes and Cancer Survivors, just to name a few. Her creativity extended to every corner of her life, and she was always the first to offer a compliment or brighten someone’s day with a kind word. Linda was a beloved mother, wife, sister, and friend. She leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and generosity, with a heart that knew no bounds. Linda’s ability to make others feel seen, valued, and loved will be missed, but her spirit will continue to live on in the countless memories she created and the many lives she touched. She is survived by her husband Michael, their daughters, Wendy (Matthew) Wellborn and Allison (Michael) Koonce, as well as four grandchildren, Barrett (Makala) Wellborn, Lexi Wellborn, Graysen Koonce and Gavin Koonce. As well as, her brother John (Nancy) Grange; sister Lesa (Richard) Spring. Linda is preceded in death by her parents, Lee R. and Teresa M. Grange and twin sister, Rose Mary. She is survived by a host of friends and family who were fortunate to have known her. A service will be held on Saturday, December 21 with the Rosary at 10am and Funeral mass at 10:30am St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. A memorial has been established with the American Red Cross - Midway Kansas Chapter, 707 N. Main Street, Wichita, KS 67203. Linda’s heart was a treasure, and her legacy will live on in the love she shared with everyone around her. Services in care of Downing and Lahey Mortuary - West Chapel. Share tributes online at www.dlwichita.com