FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LOUISVILLE, Kentucky, September 28, 2020—Neil Huffman Automotive Group is saddened to announce today that Managing Partner, Dow Huffman, died from complications of skin cancer.
Shane Huffman, Managing Partner said, “It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my uncle and colleague Dow Huffman. Dow has been with Neil Huffman Automotive Group since 1980 where he began his career as a salesman at the Volkswagen store on Dixie Highway. Under the leadership of his father, Neil, Dow helped grow the business to add new dealerships and to become one of the most recognized automotive groups in the region.”
Dow Huffman, age 62, devoted his life to the automotive industry and the Neil Huffman Automotive Group. He loved giving back and was always supporting the community he so loved. He was an avid supporter of UofL athletics programs as well as sponsoring city events over the years.
Dow was born to the late Neil Huffman and Ethel (Morey) Huffman on July 22, 1958, the youngest of their 3 children. He graduated from Ballard High School in 1976 and the University of Kentucky in 1980. Dow entered the family business shortly thereafter as a salesman where he learned everything he could about the industry. As more dealerships were added to the business, Dow took on a more integral role with the company and dedicated himself as the “behind the scenes leader,” ensuring the success of the family business.
Mr. Huffman is survived by his mother Ethel Huffman, sister Kimberlee Huffman Sarmiento (Eli), brother Kip Huffman, nephew and business partner, Shane Huffman (Kimber), daughter Rylee Huffman Wells (Josh), nieces Shannon Huffman and Myreete Wolford, nephews Danny Wolford (Bailey) and Kameron Huffman, longtime family friend, Victor Saho, and numerous members of extended family and friends.
Visitation will be held at Pearson Funeral Home, 149 Breckenridge Lane, Louisville, on Wednesday, Sept 30th from 4-7 pm. A private family service and burial to follow Thursday morning.
Memorials to:
Visually Impaired Preschool Services
1906 Goldsmith Lane
Louisville, KY 40218
Media Contacts:
Diane L. Karem
Rebecca Spencer
