Christopher Alan Kimpel

1972 - 2019

Christopher Alan Kimpel obituary, 1972-2019, West Allis, WI

Christopher Alan Kimpel

1972 - 2019

BORN

1972

DIED

2019

Christopher Kimpel Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 3 to Dec. 4, 2019.
Christopher Alan Kimpel

Chris passed away in Milwaukee on November 29, 2019. He was born in Milwaukee on June 29, 1972, to Jo Anna and the late Alan Kimpel. After graduating from West Allis Central High School, he went on to study psychology and social work at the University of Wisconsin in Whitewater. Although he was disabled since birth, he enjoyed playing wheelchair basketball at UWW for several seasons. Always an avid fan of sports, Chris was loyal to his home state teams, the Green Bay Packers and the Milwaukee Brewers. He attended many games throughout his years, and loved discussing statistics. He also had a deep love for music. He

sang in the church choir, attended many concerts, and although he had a vast collection of rock, he appreciated many genres of current and past recordings. What should be remembered about Chris was his love for people. He had countless friends in his life, and felt compassion for each and every one of them. He enjoyed long talks, and helped many people through deep struggles, all while facing his own. He touched many lives in a positive way, had much to share, and was taken from this earth at too early of an age. Christopher is survived by his mother, Jo Anna Kimpel (nee Gorby), his sister Debra (Jay) Crapser, his nephew Jason (Melissa) Rendel, and his great-nieces Savannah, Sylvia, and Olivia Rendel. He is also survived by his uncle Raymond Gorby, his aunt Donna Ives-Kimpel, and cousins Katie (Kimani) Little, Ben Kimpel, Missy Gorby, Jeff (Megan) Gorby, and Robbie (Emily) Gorby. He was also an uncle to the late Chadwick Rendel.

A service will be held on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at Schaff Funeral Home (5920 W Lincoln Ave, West Allis, WI) at 6:00 p.m. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until the time of service.

Memorials to a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family. The family would like to thank the outstanding staff at Family Care, with a special thank you to Tasha Hart for her care and comfort.

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January 18, 2020

Julie Haas posted to the memorial.

December 10, 2019

Jonathan Gerlach posted to the memorial.

December 10, 2019

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Julie Haas

January 18, 2020

I am so sorry to hear the news. We had reconnected and had some great chats. I would have been there had I known. I am praying for all of you as I know you've had some rough patches. I will miss his laugh and long chats.

Jonathan Gerlach

December 10, 2019

I knew Chris from High School. He found me on social media years ago. We kept in touch. He always had a way of getting you to belly laugh no matter what. He touched a lot of people. He will be so very missed. Gone too soon, heaven has gained a very beautiful soul.

Dallas Kennedy (DeRidder)

December 10, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss Kimpel family. Chris was special and brought laughter to everyone. I will miss his smile. He was a good friend years ago before I moved to California. He will be missed.

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Amanda McIlhone (Walker)

December 8, 2019

I am sorry to here about the passing of Chris. I know what a hole this must leave in your heart as he loved you all so much. May you find peace that he is pain free.

December 8, 2019

I'm very sorry to hear about my friend Chris. I'm sorry for his family and lived ones. Chris was a beautiful person, I will always remember him wit love in my heart.

Toni (Phillips) Van Etta

December 4, 2019

Dear Kimpel Family ~ I am sorry for your loss. I haven't seen Chris since H.S., but will always remember his smiling face.

Belinda Lacewell (Polakowski)

December 4, 2019

I'm Matt's cousin and have enjoyed how those two were together for many years. Hoping for peace and comfort for you all, and hoping Matty and Chris meet each other in heaven.

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

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Jill Harshman

December 4, 2019

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jennifer Luger (Gnacinski)

December 3, 2019

So sorry for your loss. I went to high school with Chris and have fond memories of him. May he rest in peace.

Jenny Meyer

December 3, 2019

So sorry for your loss... I am a friend of Chris's from college and he was one of the people in my life that challenged me to be my best.. Yes, we had our differences, but we a friendship that I don't think will pass my way ever again.... for that, I will always be grateful for you and what we had, both the good and not so good. See you on the other side... 143... Jen

December 3, 2019

I'm so sorry for your loss. I went to high school with Chris and he was a great friend to me. I hope I was a great friend to him. He was always so positive about life.

Kelly Otto (Pfeiffer)

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