Jeri Eugene Stumpf, 79

November 25, 2023

Jeri Eugene Stumpf, 79, entered into rest on November 25, 2023, at his home in Willow Street, Pennsylvania. Jeri was born in Dover PA, the son of the late Jesse Eugene Stumpf and late Dorothy (Kunkel) Stumpf.

He was the beloved and cherished husband of Deborah (Rivers Chapman) Stumpf sharing 29 years of marriage.

He is survived by one brother, Jeffery Stumpf (Vickie) of York. He is also survived by six children, son Tanni E. Stumpf, daughter Tori L. Plyler, sons Nicholas J. Chapman, Christopher G. Chapman, (Jessica) Michael D. Chapman (Holly) and Douglas A. Chapman (Maria). He leaves behind sisters-in-law Cynthia Lawless (Barry), Carolyn Alling (Charles) and Michelle Sullivan (Patrick). He was adorned with nine grandchildren who all lit his generous smile as they neared, Brianna, Amanda, Aubrey, Jazmyne, Jayden, Adam, Reilly, Carter, and Mila. He was also fortunate to have two great-grandchildren Paislee and Everett. He leaves behind many cousins including and especially Larry Kunkel and Elaine Thacker to whom he was very close. He had an enormous number of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in passing by an infant son, Trondell Stumpf.

Jeri attended York Central High School in York, meeting Ralph Eichelberger, Lynn King, Les Spang, and Jerry Lehman, all of whom remained close friends for life, often called the “Band of Brothers”. He graduated from Dickinson College in Carlisle, with a B.A. degree in Political Science. He also attended George Mason University of Law, in Arlington Virginia.

After graduating Dickinson College and following an internship with York County Planning Commission and later with Clifton E. Rogers Associates in Harrisburg, he went on in 1967 to become Director of City Planning in York. In 1973 he also became Director of York City Redevelopment Authority, becoming the youngest Planning Director in PA. Jeri became the first Executive Director of the PA House Local Government and Urban Affairs Committees following the recommendation by the Pennsylvania Economy League and held that position for 29 years. After retiring from the Commonwealth, he began Jeri E. Stumpf and Associates, a consulting firm concentrating on community development and government affairs. He was known for the PA Statewide Blight Task Force, Neighborhood Blight Reclamation & Revitalization Act, and recognized by the American Planning Association. His vast experience included working also for the Governor’s Office of Housing & Community Revitalization, developing a new statewide strategy for same.

Jeri was well known for his wonderful sense of humor, and his children named his jokes “Jeri Jokes”. He was kind, considerate, and helped anyone who needed a hand. He will be so missed by everyone who knew him. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, reading and cheering for the Philadelphia Eagles, Baltimore Orioles, and Philadelphia Phillies.

Friends and family are invited to a viewing on Sunday, December 3, 2023, from 5 – 7 PM at the Charles F. Snyder III Funeral Home & Crematory, 2421 Willow Street Pike, Willow Street, PA 17584. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 AM on Monday, December 4, 2023, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 501 E. Orange St. Lancaster, PA 17602, with a viewing from 10 AM until Mass. Interment will take place at 11 AM on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at Conestoga Memorial Park. Memorial contributions in Jeri’s name may be made to the Disability Empowerment Center.

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