Emma Jean Stephenson, 89, of Chippewa Township, formerly of Beaver, passed away on March 15, 2024.

Born September 12, 1934 in Rochester, she was a daughter of the late Jack and Margaret Schroeder. In addition to her parents, Emma Jean was preceded in death by her husbands, William I. Stephenson, Jr., and Donald Dusold; sisters, Laura Mae Grant and Bertha Goodwald; and brother, Jerry Schroeder.

She is survived by her sons, Randy (Cheryl) Stephenson, Rick (Lynn) Stephenson, and Rob Stephenson; sister, Patty Schmidt; grandchildren, Michael (Jana) Stephenson, and Brad (Jenny) Stephenson; and great-grandchildren, William, Emily, Charlotte, Hudson, Parker and Campbell Stephenson.

Emma Jean was well known in the world of dachshunds. As owner of EJ Dachshunds, she was celebrated for her achievements with the breed, especially for her most prized champion, Gunner, who was one of her top producers. Emma Jean was also active with the Dachshund Club of America, Western PA Dachshund Club, National Miniature Dachshund Club, and the Columbiana Dachshund Club. She also served her community as a former Executive Director of the Voluntary Action Center, and as a member of the Women’s Club, Eastern Star, and Mount Olive Lutheran Church of Chippewa Township.

Friends will be received during a memorial visitation, Saturday, March 30, 2024, from 12 p.m. until 3 p.m. in Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Emma Jean’s name to Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, 1154 Shenango Rd., Beaver Falls, PA 15010.