Stanley Allen Reigel

January 29, 1943 - October 16, 2020

Stan Reigel, 77, passed away Friday, October 16, 2020 in Kansas City, Missouri due to

complications following a surgical procedure. He was born January 29, 1943 to George and

Dorothy Reigel in Louisville, Kentucky. Stan went on to earn his B.S. and Masters in Mechanical

Engineering from the University of Louisville, Masters in Environmental Engineering from the

University of Cincinnati, and Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri, KC. He was

intellectually gifted and received many prestigious honors and awards. He chose to begin his

distinguished careers at American Air Filter, then moved on to Standard Havens. It was at this

time he switched career paths from Engineering to practicing law at Morrison & Hecker (now

Stinson) in Kansas City. He knew he had found the best and most talented partners and law firm

to work with. Into retirement, he continued to enjoy conversation and fellowship at their

luncheons.

On April 20, 1968 he was united in marriage to the love of his life Sandra Gower after having

been introduced by Sandy’s sister Pat Reinhart and Pat’s husband Greg. Stan and Sandy went on

to have two daughters Melissa Schmidt (Brian) and Amanda Parr (Kerry). One of his greatest

sources of pride was being "PaPa" to his three grandchildren Haden, Bennett and Logan

Schmidt. He took great joy in fishing with them and spending time at the lake together. Stan

could often be heard bragging about their academic accomplishments. Listening to them play

their instruments was a tremendous source of pride for him, as well.

His dedication and resolve for hard work continued throughout the course of his life, but he also

loved to travel and have fun. He would often speak of the value of friendship and how he

treasured the people in his close circle of friends. Stan and Sandy loved to travel with their

lifelong friends and family and would often go on cruises to see the world together. Trips to

Canada and Hawaii were among his favorites. Sometimes his joy would be found in the simple

pleasure of spending time on his friend's farm or land and enjoying the beauty of the outdoors.

Every year he looked forward to celebrating New Year’s Eve in black tie with the people he liked

to party with best. After fun times in Las Vegas, he could be quoted reminding us all, "What

happens in Vegas...stays in Vegas". He loved to indulge in rich foods and some would consider

his tastes to be adventurous! He also enjoyed southern comfort food, especially meals spent by

the Ohio River at the King Fish celebrating with family.

Stan had a great sense of humor and nothing brought him joy and laughter quite like spending

time with his sisters Pam Glotzbach (Bernie), Cheri Volpert (John), and the late Betty Hall (Miles).

Many hours were spent together reliving family memories long into the night with the backdrop

of a little rock-n-roll music supplied by his brother-in-law's extensive collection.

Stan could also often be found golfing at Blue Hills Country Club, reading, gardening, baking or

cheering on his favorite teams. He especially enjoyed rooting for the Royals baseball team or KU

Jayhawks basketball. The family always came together to enjoy food for the holidays. He often

baked with his daughters. Among our favorites were his cinnamon buns, Easter Bread, flourless

chocolate torte, Apple Dumplings, Flower Pot Bread, and his famous Steak Pot Pie. We will miss

the chance to win "anything our hearts desire" when playing his favorite game: Three Questions.

Stan is survived by his loving wife Sandy, daughters Melissa Schmidt (Brian) and Amanda Parr

(Kerry), and his sisters Pam Glotzbach (Bernie) and Cheri Volpert (John). A private Funeral Mass

will be celebrated at St. Thomas More Church on Friday, October 23rd at 10:30 am. The service

will be live-streamed at https://facebook.com/116568315070671. A celebration of his life will

follow this spring.

Nightsville Stan!