Alan H. Kimpel

Kimpel, Alan H. Alan passed away in West Allis, on March 19, 2012. He was born in Chicago, on January 1, 1940, to the late Harry and Mary Kimpel. After graduating from West Allis Central High School, he joined the United States Air Force, and was stationed in Texas. He subsequently was sent to Korea and specialized in technical training and radio intercept analysis. After serving, Alan became a tire test driver for Goodyear. He then found employment with UPS, and dedicated 35 years to the company as a semi truck driver. Throughout his life he enjoyed drag racing, modeling, drawing, and collecting automotive and airplane related items and memorabilia. He was very involved with his church, and regarded his family as his greatest blessing. Alan is survived by Jo Anna Kimpel (nee Gorby), his beloved wife of 43 years. He is also survived by his children, Debra (Jay) Crapser and Christopher Kimpel, his grandchildren Jason (Melissa) Rendel and Chad Rendel, and his great-grandchildren Savannah, Sylvia, and Olivia Rendel. He is also survived by his brother Jay (Jackie) Kimpel and many other relatives and dear friends. Alan was a devoted and hard-working husband, loving father and grandfather, and had great character. He had much to share, and was taken from this earth at too early of an age. Visitation will be held at 3:30 PM Thursday, March 22, 2012, at Apostle Presbyterian Church (1509 S. 76th St., West Allis) until time of services at 5:30 PM. Fellowship will follow. Interment will be at West Lawn Memorial Park (9000 Washington Ave., Racine) on Friday, March 23, at 1:00 PM. If desired, memorial contributions suggested to Apostle Presbyterian Church. A special thanks goes out for the love and support provided by the couples groups. The family would also like to thank the outstanding staff at Ruth Hospice for their care and comfort.