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!
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