Deborah Kay Stevens

Deborah Kay Stevens obituary, Kiowa, KS

Deborah Kay Stevens

Deborah Stevens Obituary

Visit the Lanman Funeral Home, Inc. - Kiowa website to view the full obituary.

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Deborah Kay Stevens (Prather), Debbie passed away on July 20, 2025 at the young age of 64. Debbie was born on January 26, 1961 in Riverside California. Debbie's life was rooted in love and strength. She passed away peacefully in her sleep surrounded by family in Kiowa, Kansas. Debbie leaves behind a legacy that will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Debbie was a sister, mother, grandmother, and friend. She is survived by her two children, Amanda Olson (Travis), Chris Ferrell (Madison), seven grand children: Kyler, Jaden, Noah, Devin, Kaleb, Cadie, and Boston. Debbie also leaves behind two loving brothers Billy and Charles Prather, along with many wonderful nieces and nephews.

Debbie is preceded in death by her parents Jeanette and Donald Beason and her siblings Michael, Mitch, and Ella May, and nephew Nathan Looker. Though they have gone before her, Debbie carried their memory with her always and they are now reunited in love and peace.

Debbie's unwavering love for her family will never be forgotten. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Deborah Kay Stevens will be forever loved, forever missed, and forever in our hearts.

A graveside service for Debbie Stevens will be held at Riverview Cemetery Kiowa, Kansas Tuesday July 22, 2025 at 11:00 am. Arrangements are by Lanman Funeral Home, Inc. of Kiowa. www.lanmanfuneralhome.com Facebook: Lanman Funeral Home Inc.

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Lanman Funeral Home, Inc. - Kiowa

204 N. 7th Street, Kiowa, KS 67070

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