Esther Rice Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Esther Rice of Raleigh, North Carolina, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on February 9, 2026 at the age of 87. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Esther Rice to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her husbands, Robert Livingston Sr., Howard Kite and Junior Rice; her parents, Opal Stubblefield and Edmond Stubblefield; and her sister Hester Cobb Davis.
She is survived by: her children, Judy Denny (Rick) and Robert Livingston Jr. (Dawn); her grandchildren, Jamie Thomasson (Chris), David Swanay, Christy Moorman (Troy), Derrick Livingston (Kameron), Zach Livingston (Cheyenne) and Kari Livingston; and her sister Rachel Carter. She is also survived by six great-grandchildren.
