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Gordon Dempsey Obituary
He was born in Peabody, Massachusetts on May 10, 1947 to Myron and Bertha Dempsey. He married Karen Michele Orange and had six children. They were sealed in the DC Temple and just celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary.
While in the military he was stationed in Kenai at Wildwood in 1971. They bought 10 acres in Nikiski. He retired in 1985 from the military and moved back to Alaska calling the Kenai Peninsula home.
He enjoyed blacksmithing, guns, fishing, hunting, and learning new things. A very generous man, he also loved to share his knowledge with others. He had a great sense of humor and loved to make people laugh.
He is survived by his wife, Karen; his 6 children, Kristy Helton, Gordon (Ward) Dempsey II, Jacob Dempsey, Mark Dempsey, Stephen Dempsey, Stephanie Persinger; 13 grandchildren; his mother Bertha Dempsey; his sister Arlene Kevitz; and his aunt Arlene Nelson.
He was preceded by his father, Myron Dempsey.
The Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, October 29 at 1 p.m. Mountain time (11 a.m. Alaska time) at Oplin Family Mortuary, 494 South 300 East, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062.
Friends and family that are unable to attend can join us via live stream on the internet www.Jacobschaos.com for the link.
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Memories and Condolences
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Josh k.
March 6, 2024
This man was spoken about in a safety post on a blacksmith and knife makingFacebook group. My condolences
Chaplain Rick Beckers
October 23, 2021
Gordon yes I think of him often he taught me everything I know about guns. He was a man of his word and a true man of integrity.
Bob Levine
January 8, 2015
I knew Gordon thru the Alaska knifemakers Assn and he was well liked and his work was well respected. He will be missed by all that knew him
January 2, 2015
My Name is Rick Beckers I was a friend of Gordons I am deeply saddened to hear this news. Gordon was not only a generous man but a great husband and father. Gordon introduced me to firearms and many other things in life. He was a great man I will miss him greatly. Love you Gordon you will always be in my thoughts.
ward colins
December 31, 2014
I am a fellow knife sharpener my condolences to your family.
November 10, 2014
My condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort provide you with the strength needed to cope with your loss.
Stewart
November 9, 2014
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Dempsey Family at this difficult time. Please find peace in knowing that God understands your grief and that He cares(1Peter5:6,7)
Helen Brown
November 5, 2014
Karen and family, so sorry to hear of Gordon's passing. I still have one of Gordon's knives that I won at one of our Red River Muzzleloader shoots back in the 80's. Prayers for you and yours as you work thru your grief.
Kim Fischer
November 3, 2014
Stephen, I am so sorry.
Hildur Hamilton
November 2, 2014
Stephen, I'm very sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Please accept my sincerest condolences. I'm just a phone call away if you need me.
Andy Calhoun
October 31, 2014
Gordon was a good man. He was a fountain of knowledge for a lot of what I enjoy and have interest in. His son, Stephen is my best friend of many, many years.
Gordon will be deeply missed.
Tina
October 31, 2014
May the God of all comfort surround Gordon's family. I look forward to seeing him in paradise.
Keith Howell
October 31, 2014
I did not know Mr. Dempsey but I am a fellow knifemaker and I am certain he would have been an instant friend. I am sorry for the family's loss and will keep you in my thoughts.
Warren Williamson
October 30, 2014
Good bye great friend!
October 29, 2014
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO KAREN AND THE FAMILY. I KNEW AND LOVED GORDON AND EVEN THOUGH WE ARE FAR APART, I STILL MISS HIM. DENNIS LOVETT
October 29, 2014
May the depth of your faith and the love of those who also share your loss, comfort you at this time of deep sadness. - Matthew 5;4
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