Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
John Demko Obituary
John W. Demko, age 90, of Rutland, VT, died Tuesday June 4, 2013 at The Meadows at East Mountain. Born August 13, 1922 in New Britain, CT, son of the late John and Elsie (Wagner) Demko, he lived most of his life in Danbury, before relocating to NC and then VT. He is predeceased by his wife Esther (Wehmeyer) Demko. He served as a B24 Engineer in the Army Air Corp during WWII, based in Mendlesham, England. Along with his brother Ted, he operated Drake Engineering in Danbury, a business started by their father. A former Commodore of the Danbury Yacht Club, John loved nothing more than entertaining a crowd. He is survived by his daughter Louise and husband Mark Lauf of Rutland, VT, grandson Andrew (Stephanie) Lauf of Wilmington, NC and granddaughter Megan (Scott) Collins of Elkton, MD, as well as several nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, June 24th at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 18 Clapboard Ridge Rd, Danbury, with visiting hours immediately preceding the service at 10am. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Independence Fund (assists wounded combat veterans) 290 Callaway Dr, Pensacola, FL 32505 independencefund.org or Rutland Area Visiting Nurse and Hospice, PO Box 787, Rutland, VT 052702-0787.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Demko
Harold Evans
June 22, 2013
Louise, my deepest condolences and sympathy to you and the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Eric Bush
June 21, 2013
When I think of Uncle John I remember roast pork with his own sauerkraut or thanksgiving dinner and lots of jokes and laughing and making my mother Gertrude (his sister) scowl, but always heading for home wanting more...
Jean Voss
June 19, 2013
Karen just let me know today. So glad to learn John has joined your mom again. He had to get there to keep the bunch laughing untill we all arrive. Love you dearly and happy to know I will be rising on the last day right by their sides when Jesus comes again. Jean Voss
Lou Ginsberg and family
June 17, 2013
We fondly remember both John and Ted coming into Ace Industrial Hardware every day for a cup of coffee and to chat! We are very sorry for your loss.
How you can show support
Notify Me
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Jim & Deanna Repko
June 16, 2013
We want to extend our deepest sympathy. I worked for John & Ted for over 30 years & you couldn't ask for two better people to work for. They were not only employers but also good friends. Our thoughts & sympathies go out to John's family.
Doris and Al Gollenberg
June 16, 2013
We send our sympathy to the family on the death of John. Both Esther and John were close friends of ours. Esther and Al both attended Zion Lutheran School in Bridgeport. We enjoyed our friendship over the years. John and Esther are now once again together and we rejoice for them.
Doris and Al Gollenberg
Carol Schweitzer-Schilling
June 16, 2013
Mr. Demko as an employer was second to none. My father worked at Drake Engineering for over 25 years. They were like a family. That is the best compliment you can give any business.
Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results
Make a Donation
in John Demko's name
Memorial Events
for John Demko
How to support John's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor John Demko's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
