Esther Joyce Sullivan

Wichita – Sullivan, Esther J., 81, born May 10, 1937, passed away February 3, 2019 surrounded by her husband and daughter. Esther was born to James and Lucy (Wallace) Briggs, and the eldest of two children. Esther married William Sullivan on July 5, 1958 in Wichita, KS and has one daughter, Stacey Sullivan. Esther was born in Ness City KS, and retired from the Wichita Public School System after 35 years of service as an English teacher. Esther was known to many of her students as “Sergeant Sullivan”. She enjoyed traveling, reading and spending time with her pets. She loved spending time with family and friends. Esther is preceded in death by her parents, James and Lucy Briggs. She is survived by her husband, William; daughter Stacey Sullivan (Robby Starr); brother Jim Briggs; sister-in-law Marjean Fooshee (George) and her beloved pets Danny, Abby, Atticus and Emily. A memorial has been established with her favorite charity, The Kansas Humane Society, 3313 N Hillside Street, Wichita, Ks, 67219. Visitation and family greeting is Sunday, February 10, 3-5pm. Funeral is Monday, February 11, 3:00pm. Visitation and funeral services will be at Resthaven Mortuary - Wichita, 11800 W Highway 54.