Neal Singer

Neal Singer, born on November 11, 1933, in Warsaw, Poland, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at the age of 92. He was the cherished son of the late Al and Faye Singer, and a beloved brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend.

At just three years old, he immigrated to the United States with his family. Settling in Kansas City, where he grew up alongside four older brothers—Eddie, Michael, Morton, and Robert, and later met his wife, Elaine. Neal and Elaine were blessed with sixty-six wonderful years of marriage and four dynamic children—Dennis (wife Julie) of Palos Verdes, CA, Jeff (wife Tracey) of St. Louis, MO, Mike (wife Stacey) of St. Louis, MO, and Pamela (husband Jack) DiCapo of Kansas City, MO.

Neal’s life was deeply rooted in community, service, and a love for the people around him. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy, stationed in San Diego and Alaska, before returning home to Kansas City, where he dedicated 25 years as a firefighter. When he wasn’t at the fire station, he could be found at Hankin’s Jewelry, the downtown store he and his wife owned and operated for two decades—a true reflection of his hard work and commitment to family.

Beyond his career, Neal embraced life with warmth and a playful spirit. He was a fixture at the poker table with his buddies, a lover of live music and theatre, and always armed with a joke to share. He had a deep appreciation for good food, never turned down the challenge of a game show, and made it his mission to bring a smile to those around him. Nowhere was this more evident than in his role as a grandfather. Neal adored his seven grandchildren—Lauren (Luke) Marvine, Alexandra (Rishi) DiCapo Patel, Jessica (Jeff) Alexander, Jordan, Natalie, Danielle, and Taylor—and his two great-grandchildren, Penelope and Mila DiCapo.

Neal is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. To say he will be missed by all is an understatement, but his memory will live on through his family—who will cherish fond memories for years to come.

A funeral and celebration of Neal’’s life will be held on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 1PM at Louis Memorial Chapel.