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Bill Dieruf Obituary
93, passed away Tuesday October 28, 2014.
Born in Louisville, KY, on March 10, 1921, Bill was the oldest son of Bill and Cleo (Hargadon) Dieruf and a life-long resident of Louisville.
A 1939 graduate from St. Xavier High School, he went on to graduate from St. Joseph College-Indiana in 1942. He also proudly served in World War II as a U.S. Army Captain. Bill was married happily for 67 years to his high school sweetheart, Del (Kolb) Dieruf.
In 1946, he opened Dieruf Hardware in Jeffersontown, taught Business Management at U of L from 1954 to 1986, lectured at National and International business conferences and authored "Successful Management of Independent Business." Known for his sense of humor and for always being very devoted and proud of every member of his family, Bill made a positive impact on others and will be sadly missed.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Del; his sister Jean (Dieruf) Kuhn; and his brothers, Ed, Jim, and Charles Dieruf.
Survivors include his three children, Janis Hennessey (Barry), Karen Dieruf and Bill Dieruf III (Jody); six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Monday November 3, 2014 at Church of The Ascension, 4600 Lynnbrook Dr. with burial to follow in Calvary Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Saturday and 2-8 p.m. Sunday with prayer service at 7:30 p.m. at Owen Funeral Home-Jeffersontown, 9318 Taylorsville Rd.
Sincere thanks to the Episcopal Church Home Staff of Clingman, Marmian, Angela Bennett and Dr. Cornett.
Memorial contributions to The Ascension School.
Online condolences www.OwenFuneralHome.com
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Paul and Kamille Stich
November 5, 2014
Bill was one of a kind and his energy will be missed by all. God's blessings and comfort to the family.
Carl Penrod
November 3, 2014
I am very sorry to hear of Mr Dierufs passing. He was a very kind man that I remember fondly from my youth. My prayers go out to the entire family.
Kathy Owens
November 1, 2014
Bill and Adele were dear friends of our parents. We have so many fond memories of them both. Bill's sense of humor was delightful- always bringing a dose of positivity into the room. I will always be grateful for the wisdom he shared. May each of you find comfort that your father and grandfather was a great man and made a difference in many people's lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cathy Hancock
October 31, 2014
I had the pleasure of interviewing and writing an article about Mr. Dieruf over 3 decades ago. What an intelligent businessman who truly loved Jeffersontown. He will be missed. Prayers lifted for his family.
Beverly Wentworth
October 30, 2014
I always admired Mr. Dieruf. He always had such a good spirit and was one of a kind. Jeffersontown will miss Bill Dieruf.
Sincerely,
Beverly Wentworth, DMD
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