Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Delbert Stumpff Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Delbert Stumpff
sue shaffer
February 15, 2007
Hi, Was surprised to see this was still on line, but OH SO HAPPY. I was writing your address today to send a belated holiday card and saw in my side notes that Del passed on the 16th. I pray you are all doing well. We are. Jane has been off work for a bit she has had a few torn muscles/legaments and will need surgery to repair. Winter has been rather mild till these pass few days. Thinking of you and the family at this time and really thru out the year. Take care and do keep in touch. Love ya, Sue and Lenny and the rest of the gang.
Pat Downey
March 1, 2006
Dear Mildred and Family, Sorry to hear of Del's death. I will remember him and all of you in my prayers. I was unable to attend his service but remembered him at Mass that Day.
Laura Laybourne
February 25, 2006
Mil. I'm sorry I wasn't informed of Delbert's passing and just saw it in the paper. Please know that if I'd know I certainly would have attended his funeral. I've held such a high regard for both of you through the years please know that my prayers are with you. Laura Laybourne
Stephen Marksbury
February 21, 2006
Del Stumpff always treated me like a son rather than an employee, he showed me the ropes in the construction industry and in life. I will always carry a bit him and you Mil, with me. You both have been so kind to me, thanks for sharing your time and wisdom with me. If I can only be half the man Del was, I would be happy. We lost a great man. I'm so sorry for your loss Mil, I love and respect you both.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Francis/Brenda Fasching
February 21, 2006
Mildred and family...our thoughts and prayers are with you.
we have wonderful memories of fun times with you and Delbert, through business and a personal friendship. He was a great person and we will always remember him. God bless you.
Sincerely Frannie and Brenda Fasching
Carol Slocum
February 21, 2006
To Karen:
Just by chance I saw in the Star that your father had passed. I remember meeting him when we were at KU. I read some of the other enteries in the guest book and found them very touching. I know this is a great loss for you and your family. My prayers are with you.
Carol Slocum Zastoupil
Sue/Lenny shaffer
February 21, 2006
Hi Millie and family
We just heard last evening. Lenny called and left a message at the home number. I was so sadden to find our info was not correct about date of death and that we'll not be able to be there for the funeral, as it is today. Our hearts are heavy with this wonderful persons' leaving but as we all know we he is in his glory with His savior. This is one house he can proudly say he also helped to build. Leonard Sr. I am sure met him at the gates with open arms. I shall NEVER forget his smiling heart; always welcoming us into your home. Do say our farewell to that big guy and we will try to keep in touch better. With all our prayers and heart, Lenny and Sue and family
Sharon & Lawrence Steele
February 20, 2006
Lawrence and I want to let all of you know how sorry we are over Del's death. He was truely one of the nicest people we have known. Know that you are in our prayers.
Richard Fanning
February 19, 2006
One of the great american heroes of WWII. Uncle Del was a great guy. I always remember him laughing about something. He and my dad would start telling stories and both would be having a great time. I will/have missed him by living in Colo. My family loved coming back to KC for Christmas, as we would have the Christmas gag gift exchange. There always be good/funny stuff going on. Del usually was in the middle of it. He was a great father and husband. Your in a better place, you and dad can now get together and laugh and tell the stories again. Hope to see you someday.
Editor Checkerboard
February 19, 2006
Past president
Del Stumpff dies
Past President Del Stumpff died Feb. 16 at a Kansas City, KS, hospital where had remained for five weeks in critical condition following a cardiac arrest at his home in Overland Park.
He was in a coma and on life support systems prior to his death.
His wife Millie spent each day with him. She appreciates the concern shown by 99th friends during his illness.
Stumpff was a staff sergeant in D/394. He joined the 99th at Camp Van Dorn and was joined by his wife at Camp Maxey.
In combat during the Battle of the Bulge S/Sgt Stumpff exhibited valor by ordering his .81mm mortar section to raise the angle of fire to 89 degrees, wiping out waves of attacking Germans. Several articles and books were written about the operation.
He served the 99th Association as sergeant-at-arms, and proudly carried Old Glory during the San Antonio convention, in spite of failing health.
He and Millie attended all conventions and most of the 99th tours to European battlefields.
The home address is 10812 W. 141st St, Overland Park, KS 66621.
A successful Kansas City real estate developer and housing contractor, he is survived by his wife Mildred, daughter Karen Rodrock, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A life-sketch will be published in the Taps column of the next issue of Checkerboard.
Bill Meyer
February 19, 2006
Del Stumpff, one of the true heros of WWII, held off the German spearhead at Losheim Gap furing the Battle of the Bulge in Belgium/Germany Dec. 16, 1944. Staff Sergeant Stumpff fired his .81mm mortars at 89degrees elevation to hold off an entire regiment of invading Germans.
One of the "best of all" men we've known, he and his faithful wife Mil have been our friends for decades. While we hate to see him go, we realize that his was a life of achievement and the world is a better place because he was here.
Bill and Joan Meyer
Marion, KS
Showing 1 - 11 of 11 results
Make a Donation
in Delbert Stumpff's name
Memorial Events
for Delbert Stumpff
How to support Delbert's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Delbert Stumpff's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
