In Remembrance Of
Paul Nugent
Paul Anthony Nugent, 78, of Gladstone, MO passed away January 12, 2026.
He was born on August 24, 1947, to Donald Earl and Mary Elizabeth (Adamson) Nugent in Kansas City, MO. Paul grew up in Kansas City, MO and was an Eagle Scout. He graduated from North Kansas City High School in 1965 where he participated in football and wrestling. He then served his country in the United States Army with the 82nd and the 101st Airborne during the Vietnam War from 1965-1968 where he was awarded the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star along with several other achievements. After his honorable discharge he continued in the Army Reserves for many years. Paul later received his bachelors and master’s in law enforcement from UCM in Warrensburg, MO.
Paul was united in marriage to Stephanie Sterling on March 17, 1968. After their marriage they moved to Washington DC where Paul joined the police force and was a police officer. In 1970 they returned to Kansas City area where he served with the Kansas City Police Force until 1973. Paul then began his career in sales working for several companies and retired in 2014.
He was a past member of the First United Methodist Church of North Kansas City and a current member of the North Cross United Methodist in Kansas City. Paul coached many little league sports teams, was a Boy Scout Leader and was a mentor to many. Most of all Paul loved following his grandson’s sporting activities. He was great husband, father, papa, great-granddad, brother and friend.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Dean Nugent.
He is survived by his wife Stephanie Nugent; his children Todd (Renee) Nugent, Brett (Jenny) Nugent and Kimmi (Randy) Thomas; grandchildren Tyler (Shallie) Alex, Carter (Karleigh) Dalton, Cooper, Preston, Carson and Hudson; bonus grandkids Sierra (Vanessa), Jalen and Sidney (Daven); great-grandkids Ava and Emme; bonus great-grandkids Carsyn and Kase; his sister Shelley (Jimmy) Claudin; his half sister Debbie (Richard) Reynolds; other relatives and many friends.
Graveside Services: 12:30 p.m. Wednesday January 21st at Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, KS.
Celebration of Life will be held from 2:00-5:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 21st at Smithville American Legion.
Donations may be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
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Celebration of Life will be held from 2:00-5:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 21st at Smithville American Legion.
Graveside Services: 12:30 p.m. Wednesday January 21st at Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, KS.
Comments & condolences
8 comments
Troy Stephen mihalko
To the Nugent family. Todd, Brett and I were children that grew up on the same street North Denver. they had a cape cod style house and I. lived just down the street I would allways in free time ride or walk up the street and allways so. polite as Stephanie was back then. and would allways say come in and I asked if the boys were home, and we would some times play up stairs , but not to wake up Kimmy she was just a baby or we. would go into the family room and play it into the backyard they had a huge tree in. the middle of the. patio and it was. cemented all around. that tree. I was just a tad older but we would ride our big wheels around the patio, or ask if it was in and go off bike riding in our neighborhood, those were such and. allways be precious memories. I has been so long ago I met there father Paul but I don’t remember him all to well when I saw word he passed away, my heart fell. open and was so so sorry for the family Todd. told me that it was coming but not so suddenly. I truly want to wish pray and say How sorry I am for the loss of there family, and I allways do pray each day and will allways have a special prayer for them To. dearest Stephanie,Todd,Brett,&sister Kimmi my deepest condolences and prayers for peace harmony and. love. to. your all. and I can feel that dearest Paul was welcomed in to the Eternal Kingdom of heaven lead by our. Father God and our Savior Jesus Christ in Glory and with love and peace 🕊️ 🕯️ Rest in all emortal peace Paul . with all my simpathy Troy mihalko 🙏🕯️💟😰🌞❤️
Jeanette Frogge McColm
Paul and my brother, Wayne Frogge were friends in high school. They are probably talking together. Wayne passed away when he was 56. Stephanie, I will be praying for you & family.
Tracy Waller
I worked with Paul selling furniture about 20 years ago. What a great guy! Even though he was 13 years older than me we got along really well… he had a fun, young attitude and I liked and appreciated that. He was a true guy’s guy. We had some awesome conversations and he had some great stories. A lot of good laughs and a great sense of humor. He talked a lot about his kids and he was proud of all of you. My thoughts are with his wife and kids.
Shirley Hart
I was in the great class of NKCHS 65 with Paul and Stephanie. My heart is breaking for the Nugent family. They will have so many sweet memories with Paul to sustain them till they meet again. My thoughts and prayers are with you always,
John p Amaro
Lou and I are deeply saddened by Paul’s passing. He was a great man will be missed john in Lu amaro
Michael Knox
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Paul was a wonderful person and I am sincerely grateful to have known him. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Greg Salyer
Paul and I were class of ’65 Hornets. With 1111 graduates and 1400 Juniors, we didn’t really “know” each other. It wasn’t until I joined the 12th Special Forces Group Airborne (a US Army Reserve unit) that we met face to face and worked together for a number of years. Those years presented some good times. Paul was a good man. He led by example and was just and fair. I came to respect and like him. His absence will be felt. I know he will be missed. Pray that his family can adjust…and remember that he is doing fine and waiting for us to join him. Then we will have an eternity of “good times” to spend together.
Robin Heggemeyer
Paul was friends with my brother John Hiatt in highschool. Paul and Stephanie later became friends to my sister and I. They accepted us and gave us a bit of our brother back to us through this friendship! What a sweet and loving couple they are! I am sending my love and prayers for Stephanie and their family! May God’s peace and strength give them comfort in the days and years to come!