Christopher (Cox) Crowder Jul 14, 2022

Former student - Sumner Academy ,Kansas City ,Kansas

My deepest condolences to Dr. J's family and friends. His presence at Sumner was one of the key reasons that my time and experience there were so wonderful. May God grant the family peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Marie Hamil Jul 14, 2022

Wife of John Hamil (long time friend). ,SHAWNEE ,Kansas

My family And I extend our sympathies to Stan's family. My husband John was a KCK, St Anthony's Church long time friend of Stan's. He always spoke so highly of him. All 3 of our children attended Sumner and knew Dr. J as well. We will keep you in our prayers.

Dave Oland Jul 14, 2022

Friend and colleague ,KC ,Kansas

RIP my friend. Thanks for all the wisdom, jokes, and laughter you shared with everyone you can across. I remember how proud you were of your daughter. Peace, love, compassion, and unity.

James H Peters Jul 14, 2022

Friend,and proud of it. ,BASEHOR ,Kansas

Intelligent, educated, funny, a great storyteller. A good actor. A man who left his mark in our community. Stan was a pleasure to work with and for. His grasp of educational issues was astounding. I listened to Stan, learned from Stan and became a better teacher because of him. I valued his friendship. Stan will be missed.

Kimberley Kenny Jul 14, 2022

Friend ,Kansas City ,Kansas

Pam and Kathleen, May Peace Be With You and Your Family! Stan was such an wonderful gentleman!

Royce Lowe Bloomberg Jul 15, 2022

Friend ,Loveland ,Colorado

Dear Pam and family, It has been over 50 years since our paths crossed in Kansas City. I have lovely memories of our 4 years, Feryl at Wyandotte and me at Roosevelt Elementary and spending time with you and Stan. I have to share an unusual experience I had this morning. With time, I have lost to memory many of the names of those we knew in Kansas City. I woke up early this morning and, lo and behold, the name of Stan Jasinskas popped into my head! I hopped onto Google and was shocked to see that Stan had passed just four days ago! I am thankful for this stirring of the old memory as I remember Stan's intelligence, passion, sense of humor and dedication. He had all the makings of a life-long educator then, which he clearly became. My Feryl passed away March 5, 2007 at the age of 62. It was a great loss to our family. We had 40 wonderful years together and two amazing children. I can see Feryl welcoming Stan to Heaven. What a fun reunion that must be! Eight years ago I remarried, a widower who was a fraternity brother of Feryl's at WSU. Life can certainly take surprising paths at times! I am grateful to have known you and Stan so long ago. I send my love to you and your family and will keep you in my prayers as you say good-bye to Stan and approach life without his earthly presence. May God be with you. Royce Lowe Bloomberg

Sandy Lowery Jul 15, 2022

student ,Kansas City ,Kansas

Dr. Jasinskas was my literature teacher at Wyandotte High School. He was my favorite teacher because he not only introduced me to wonderful literature, but also used humor in his teaching. I thank him for helping me recognize really good literature that I can never get enough of. Condolences to his family and many friends. I will never forget him and I know others will feel the same.

Karen Lauber Jul 16, 2022

Former student ,Kansas City ,Kansas

I am so sorry to hear of this wonderful man's passing. He was my teacher at Wyandotte HS in 74 or 75. My recall of the exact year is fuzzy, but my memory of the man is not. His was my favorite class. He was warm, funny, a gentle critic and always supportive of my desire to be a great writer. The fact that I didn't become one probably wouldn't have surprised him, lol. He was the kind of teacher every kid should be lucky enough to get and the kind of person we should all aspire to be. RIP Mr. Jasinskas

Leann Looney Jul 16, 2022

Former Student ,Meadows Place ,Texas

Mrs. J. - I am heart sick that he has passed. By far my favorite teacher at Wyandotte. He let me come into his classroom after school and talk. One day he said I should go visit you and MacDuff, which I did. I still have the book of poetry that MacDuff gave to me for graduation. Those who did not know him have missed out on so much. Leann Pugh Looney - Class of 73

Cindy Holmes Jul 16, 2022

Friend ,Kansas City ,Kansas

Kathleen, I didn’t know your Dad well, but I am so very sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family with comfort and love.

Pat Gaunce Jul 17, 2022

Friend ,Kansas City ,Kansas

So many mourning the loss of this great guy. Stan made so many extraordinary contributions to the education system that will be cornerstones to excellence in education for generations to come. It was an honor to have known him. Heartfelt condolences.

Ed Jaskinia Jul 18, 2022

Friend ,Kansas City ,Kansas

I stopped today at Stan's neighbor's house to help set out yard debris and discovered that my friend Stan died last week. He and I were in Class IV of Leadership 2000 and had much fun with people becoming confused because of the similarity of our names. The fact that we both wore glasses and had facial hair didn't help with their confusion. He was a good man with a dry sense of humor, which I always enjoyed. My condolences to his wife Pam, and to his family. They will miss him greatly, as will I and his many friends.

Jeanne Marx Jul 22, 2022

friend ,Kansas City ,Missouri

Pam and Kathleen, I have several fond memories of Stan from our Wyandotte Players days. At the brush-up rehearsal for The Wizard of Oz in 1997, I think, Stan was playing one of the trees, and when it was time for the trees to exit the stage he yelled, "Run, forest, run!" And when we were in Born Yesterday, just as we were about to go onstage, Stan turned to me and whispered, "One of our 7th grade girls shut herself in her locker today!" I had to exercise all my control not to laugh. As fellow educators, he and I would sometimes talk about kids' books. I particularly remember kicking around different interpretations of The Giver. What a great guy! My condolences.

Theresa Van Goethem Jul 24, 2022

Friend and colleague KCKPS ,Kansas City ,Kansas

Pam and Kathleen, I’m sending much sympathy … just not imagining this world without the lively wit of Stan. Each of us have so many fond memories of Your guy. A few of mine are of the ‘serious Stan’. I love my memories of the funny, kind educator who gave his all to help students and staff. He and I always joked about food being available - or not - at meetings; each of us hoping there was always something to munch on. Stan will certainly be missed by all who knew him, worked with him and called him friend. I’m so lucky to have called him friend. Blessings and much sympathy to you as you cherish the memories held deep in your heart.

Rob Scoles Jul 25, 2022

Friend ,Gladstone ,Missouri

Stan was someone in my life who forever changed me into the person I am today. I will miss him greatly. I met Stan when I was just 17 and have been friends for over 35 years. I worked with Stan in the theatre and played along side him both as a fellow actor and directed him. A prepared giving committed actor who had a quick wit followed by a devilish impish grin on his face. If you knew Stan you had a friend for life. He was a professional educator ,a devoted husband and father. A loving grandfather. My deepest condolences to his wife Pam, daughter Kathleen ,husband Charlie & grandchildren Owen & Isobel. I can't wait to work with you one day Stan on that beautiful stage in heaven . RIP Sweet Prince !!!

Bill & Marty Porter Aug 22, 2022

Friend and Neighbor ,Chapel Hill ,North Carolina

Stan and you were such wonderful alley neighbors to my mom and dad. Stan was principal at Eisenhower Middle School when our Pat was there, and we so appreciated his kindness. If you are in the Raleigh-Durham area please call, or if there is anything we can do to assist you let us know. You and Stan have been so vital to the Kansas City metro area; either through education and the arts and we know that spirit will continue to serve for many years. Thinking of you and your family fondly. Bill and Marty

Vicki Distefano Sep 22, 2022

Stan Jasinskas was the principal at Eisenhower Middle School in the 80s when I was a young and impressionable teacher on a long term assignment. I’m sure he believed in God. I pray God will bestow upon him a well deserved afterlife.

Dave Norris Aug 12, 2023

Former student ,Copperas Cove ,Texas

I was saddened to hear today of the loss of my teacher and mentor. Mr. J was one of those special teachers who reach out to students and make indelible marks on their souls. My sincere condolences to all those he left behind. My world has a bit less sunshine in it today.