Richard “Rick” Leonard Stempor, age 86, of Essex, Maryland, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2026, at his daughter’s residence in Gore, Virginia.

Rick was born on February 24, 1940, in Baltimore, Maryland, a son of the late Louis Stempor and Edna Rose Stempor (Arnett).

He proudly served his country as a Corporal in the United States Army from 1959 to 1963. Following his military service, Rick spent his career working as a pressman in the newspaper industry for The News American and The Baltimore Sun until his retirement in 1995.

Rick was a member of the American Legion, a former member of the Moose Lodge, and actively assisted with the VFW. Outside of his work, he had a passion for boating and riding his motorcycle.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Linda Stempor (Pucci), in 2019, with whom he shared 39 wonderful years. He was also preceded in death by his former wife, Sandra Sisler Stempor, in 2010.

He is survived by his four children: daughters Karen Stevens (Dale) and Kelly Stempor; sons Richard Stempor Jr. (Michelle) and Keith Stempor; his brother, Charles Stempor; 7 grandchildren: Kristin, Josh, Alex, Christopher, Megan, Clara, and Korin; 13 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents and wives, Rick was preceded in death by his sisters, Joan, Shirley, and Jean, and his brothers, David, and Louis.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Rick to Legacy Hospice at legacy-hospice.com.