Photo courtesy of Rudy-Rowland Funeral Home - Henderson
Henderson, Kentucky
Oct 21, 1927 – Jan 22, 2018 (Age 90)
Carl Cooper Dempewolf, 90, of Henderson, Kentucky, died at 11:09 p.m. Monday, January 22, 2018, at his home.
He was a lifelong automobile dealership owner and farmer in Henderson County. Carl was the ultimate salesman and he touched many people in this community with his generosity and larger-than-life personality. He was a World War II U.S. Army veteran.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Evidean Gibson Dempewolf, who died February 3, 2013; and his parents, Carl A. and Frances C. Dempewolf.
Survivors include one son, Thomas Dempewolf of Henderson, Kentucky; one daughter, Karen Dempewolf Nix and her husband, Ray, of Henderson, Kentucky; four grandchildren, Justin King, Kristin Baker and her husband, Danny, Joey King, and Tom Dempewolf and his wife, Martha; five great-grandchildren; his life partner, Jan Eastham of Henderson, Kentucky; one sister, Wilma Hatchett of Henderson, Kentucky; cousins; nieces and nephews.
Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Rudy-Rowland Funeral Home. The Reverend James Wofford will officiate. Private family burial will be in Fairmont Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until service time Friday at the funeral home.
Contributions may be made to Henderson County Public Library or Riverview School.
I can't believe it's been a year since I attended Carl's funeral. I didn't know Carl well, buy he was definitely a memorable man. Interesting and gracious and I think I know how much he cared for Jan Eastham, his life partner. She is my friend, and I know Jan cared for him deeply, so he must have been a terrific guy.
Charlotte Fraser
January 17, 2020 | Roselle, NJ | Acquaintance
Dempewolf will always be one of my fondest memories. I appreciated every day I went to work there. Carl was a wonderful man. My heart goes out to Tommy and Tommy Jr.
God Bless!
Derek Grimwood
January 31, 2018 | Chapel Hill, TN
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. Psalms 116:15.
January 30, 2018
Very sorry for your loss. Never had the pleasure of metting Carl, but having known his son, Tom. He must have been a great guy.
From: Patriot Motors, Princeton
J. Wilderman Autoplex, Mt. Carmel
Jim Wilderman
January 29, 2018
Prayers of comfort for the loss of your Dad and Granddad. He was one gracious gentleman, always sharing a smile and a twinkle in his eye! He helped me drive away in my first Ford Maverick! Treasure your many memories of this mountain of a man. Much love,
Vonnie Draper
Vonnie Draper
January 26, 2018 | Henderson, KY
God bless you all. I am sure your memories of this wonderful gentleman will sustain in the days, weeks and years to come.
Charlotte Fraser
January 26, 2018 | Evansville, IN
Sending our thoughts and prayers to you, Tommy and Karen, and your whole family. Carl was one of a kind and he has left a wonderful legacy in his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. His generosity was beyond belief. For 10 years we rented the Kimsey farm house and he never raised the rent and always sent back the December check to us in a Christmas card! This is a great loss for his family and friends. Unforgettable man! Jim and Diane Gerhardt.
Diane Gerhardt
January 25, 2018 | Evansville, IN
Tommy, sorry to hear about Carl. Our dad's were true leaders. Saying a prayer for ya brother!
Richard Keck
January 25, 2018 | Fishers, IN
Tommy
I am so very sorry to hear about your Dad I will never forget the duo of Carl and Eugene Spencer being so kind to our family.
I know you have had a tough go for the last few years and I hope you and your family continue to stay strong during this time
John Newman
Coloma, Mi
January 25, 2018