Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. VAN KEMPEN, Richard, A., St. Charles, Missouri, April 10, 2007 age 69; dear husband of the late Barbara Ann Van Kempen; devoted father of Thomas K. Van Kempen and Troy R. Van Kempen (Cindy L.); beloved grandfather of James Van Kempen, Barbara Van Kempen, Brooke Van Kempen and Josh Van Kempen; dear brother of Ted Van Kempen (Dorothy), Bob Van Kempen (Penny) and Tom Van Kempen (Genarose). Mr. Van Kempen was employed with McDonnell Douglas, St. Charles, Missouri for 10 years and he served in the US Navy.