Alan I. Stempleman

January 19, 1947 - March 16, 2019

Alan I Stempleman (January 19th, 1947-March 16th, 2019) Alan I Stempleman, age 72, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Saturday, March 16th, 2019. Family, friends, and others who wish to honor Alan’s life are invited to The Louis Memorial Chapel, 6830 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri on Wednesday, March 20th, 2019 at 10:30am. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery, 6900 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri. Alan was born in Kansas City, Missouri to Joseph and Reeva Stempleman on January 19th, 1947. As a child, he loved the Boy Scouts, earning the rank of Eagle Scout. He graduated with a BA in History from the University of Kansas in 1969 and received his teaching certificate the same year. He married Jenny Klapholz on August 30th, 1970 in Kansas City, Missouri. Alan is preceded in death by his father Joseph Stempleman and mother Reeva Stempleman (Siegel). Alan is survived by his wife Jenny Stempleman, daughters Jill Stempleman (John Parker), Joy (Roman) Costa, son Jordan (Victoria) Stempleman, brother Neil Stempleman, and grandchildren Bella, Townes, Milo, Remy, and Edie. Alan enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren, doing the crossword in his gazebo, volunteering with Jenny at senior living centers giving history talks to the residents, and watching KU basketball, Royals baseball, and Chiefs football. He enjoyed conversations about the arts, history, and nature. He also enjoyed hiking. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the nurses and staff at Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care for their support and loving attention. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care or Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens.