David H. Kemper of Chalfont (formerly of Richboro), passed away on June 6, 2016 at the Abramson Center for Jewish Life in Horsham. He was 87.

David was the beloved husband of the late Marian Jane Kemper and father of the late Susan H. Kemper –Tolins.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late David E. and Helen R. Shields Kemper.

David served proudly with the United States Coast Guard during World War II, and upon returning home, he finished his education. He led a long and successful career with Atlantic Richfield Company (ARCO) which later became BP Global. He began his career with the company, starting in the mail room, and finished it there when he retired as a corporate executive in 1986. He had the opportunity to travel the US extensively during his career and was so very proud of his successful journey with the company. Having a fondness for the game of baseball he assisted as a coach for the Warminster Boys Baseball Association (WBBA) during the mid-1960s. 

Upon retirement David’s focus shifted to being a full time caregiver for both his mother and his wife. To him this duty was of the utmost importance, and he spent much of his time caring for them.

When time allowed, David, a true history buff, enjoyed quenching his thirst for knowledge with reading, especially about the Civil War. He also was a talented water color painter and an avid Philadelphia sports fan. His interest in world affairs and the national political climate would always prompt a lively, well-informed conversation, even up until the end of his life.

David is survived by his children, David R. Kemper and his wife, Madeline, Robert W. Kemper and his wife, Robin, and Cheryl A. Starner and her husband, Michael. He also leaves behind his grandsons, Anthony M. and Christopher E. Starner; and his son-in-law, Andrew Tolins.

In addition to his wife and daughter, he was preceded in death by his former wife, Charlotte Mae (Eastburn) Palumbo.

Services and interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in David’s memory to The National Parkinson Foundation, Gift Processing Center, P.O. Box 518, Hagerstown, MD 21741 or to the American Diabetes Association, One Plymouth Meeting, Suite 250, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462.