Greenhouse Industry Mourns Passing of Jim Stuppy
May 21, 2024 
Jim Stuppy
James (Jim) C. Stuppy, a fourth-generation owner of greenhouse supplier Stuppy, Inc. and a long-time member of the National Greenhouse Manufacturers Association passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at the age of 79.
Jim was born April 15, 1945, to George L. Stuppy and Helen G. Stuppy. He grew up in St. Joe, MO, and graduated from Christian Brother High School in 1963. He attended Creighton University, receiving a BSBA degree. At Creighton, he met Susan (Sue) Tracy, and they were married on Aug. 17, 1968. He furthered his education obtaining a master’s degree in economics from Oklahoma State University. He served in the United States Navy and obtained the rank of Lieutenant.
Jim and Sue moved to Kansas City, where he joined Stuppy, Inc., a wholesale floral and greenhouse supply company. He cared and wanted the best for the industries that the businesses served, leading key trade organizations, Wholesale Florist & Florist Suppliers Association, and the National Greenhouse Manufacturing Association. He was also a loyal part of the Kansas City business community.
Jim loved to travel and created countless memories with his family, making each trip unique and special. He supported his children in their passions from swim meets, to coaching basketball, to golf tournaments, and he always made time for Sunday pizza or steak nights with the family.
He was a proud supporter of Kansas City Royals Baseball and could often be found cheering on the team at the “K” and from the comfort of his chair over the past few years. He loved the game of golf and instilled a passion for the game with each of his sons.
His Catholic faith was always at the center of Jim’s life. His instilled the importance of an active faith life in his children through his dedication to St. Patrick’s Parish.
Jim is survived by his wife of 55 years, Sue of Kansas City; children, Matt (Kristen) of Overland Park, KS, Frank (Kelley) of Bartlett, TN, John (Stephanie) of Bluffton, SC, and Angela (Humberto) of Roseville, CA. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren: Joe, Sarah, George, Andrew, Larkin, Philip, Bridget, Julia, Ashlyn, Elisa, Karla and Mia. He is preceded by his parents George and Helen Stuppy; and his Cuban brother, Jose Cubria.
More details are available in Jim Stuppy’s obituary here. If you knew Jim, please feel free to share any memories below.
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