died Sunday, August 7, 2016 in the Methodist Hospital, Omaha.
Carl was born to John and Jane (Byorth) Soukup on April 27, 1947 in Fremont. He grew up on the family farm northwest of Fremont, and is the 3rd generation living on that farm. He graduated from Fremont High School in 1965, and later earned a bachelor's degree. Carl served in the United States Army for 6 years.
Carl was married to Cynthia Sievert and to this union, 2 children were born, Chris and Cara.
Carl had been the manager of the Brass Armadillo, an antique shop in Omaha, for the past 20 years. He retired just this past July 30, 2016. A world traveler, he recently traveled to Alaska, where he kayaked in the icy waters and did the zip line. He also has been to Hawaii recently. He was a member of the Fremont Antique Car Club (his father was a charter member). His father started the Fremont Toy Show, which he assisted his father with and took over following his father's death. He had also helped his father with the Fremont Antique Swap Meet.
Survivors: son Chris and wife Dee Soukup of Lee's Summit, Missouri
and their daughter Shelby
daughter Cara and husband Nick Morris of Fremont
and their sons Jaxson and Eli
sister Barbara and husband Glenn Baker of Waco, Texas
good friend Anne Turpie of Bellevue
The funeral service will be 2 PM Thursday (Aug. 11, 2016) at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel, Fremont. The committal will follow in Memorial Cemetery. Visitation at the Ludvigsen Mortuary will be Wednesday, 2 to 8 PM, with the family receiving friends 6 to 8 PM. Memorials are suggested to the family for the grandchildren's education fund.
Online guestbook @ www.ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(15)
Mary (Ilgenfritz) Emery
Boise, ID Saturday, August 13, 2016 Although I don't remember Carl, I definitely do Barb. My condolences to her and family.Steven Hively
Pittsburgh, PA Thursday, August 11, 2016 Carl was a classmate at FHS. His hobby of cars became a very impressive subject, with admiration, in the Fremont area and beyond. To all of his family and friends, my sincere condolences on this loss to all. He may be gone, but it is well with his soul. He was a good man. Rest in peace Carl.Paula Fryer
Omaha, NE Thursday, August 11, 2016 I knew Carl from the Brass Armadillo and found him to be a most kind and good person. My deepest sympathies to his friends and family, he will be greatly missed.john ilgenfritz
helena, MT Wednesday, August 10, 2016 I was a classmate of Carl's from Fremont High in the mid-1960s. I have not seen him since that time. I remember him as quiet and a friendly guy. I send my condolences to his family and those who love him and called him friend.Ron Bugenhagen
Clive, IA Wednesday, August 10, 2016 Carl was my trainee when he started at J.C.Penney. He was a willing learner and always ready to do what ever it took to get the job done. Great personality. Sorry to hear of his passing. I pray that God will give his family strength during this difficult time of grieving. Rest in peace Carl.George Milbourn
LaVista, NE Tuesday, August 9, 2016 Sympathy to familyMike & Jan Nowlen
, TX Tuesday, August 9, 2016 Our sincere sympathy to all of you. Our friendship with Carl began many years ago thru the toy shows. He was one of the nicest people we have met thru the shows. He was so personable--nice to everyone. He will be missed by all of us that knew him. Thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.Mark &Linda Abrahamson
Omaha, NE Tuesday, August 9, 2016 We have known Carl for almost 30 years since we vended at the Fremont toy show from the very first show and continued after Carl took over the show. Carl was always kind and courteous and friendly at the toy shows and at the Brass Armadillo. We will miss him.Andrew Byorth
College Station, TX Tuesday, August 9, 2016 Rest in Peace Carl.Ken Gardner
Omaha, NE Tuesday, August 9, 2016 I worked for Carl 3 times over 10 years. He was a kind person who respected those he employed and for all dealers at the Brass Armadillo.Mike Coffman
Fremont, NE Tuesday, August 9, 2016 I met Carl Through Diers and was able to help him with many vehicle purchases. Carl was always free with his time and always had a warm smile, he will be missed by so many of us at Diers. Good job with the way you lived your life Carl you were always a gentleman. Till we meet again. Mike CoffmanBob & Sandy Faust
Omaha, NE Tuesday, August 9, 2016 Carl had been a good friend of ours for many years. We met him through the Brass Armadillo. We have many fond memories of him & his great sense of humor (although somewhat shy). Our thoughts and prayers are with his family & friends. Fly with the angels Carl!Carrie (Vandeman) Mattila
Greenwood, NE Tuesday, August 9, 2016 Carl hired me at the Brass Armadillo when I was 16, I worked there for 3 years. I became a closer at night, he taught me a lot about managing people, which in return made me pursue my passion of Human Resources in college. Carl was a very kind man, it was an honor to have known him, my deepest sympathy for his family at this time.Mike & Molly
Omaha, NE Tuesday, August 9, 2016 Carl was one of the coolest, warmest and friendliest people one could ever meet. We liked him from the moment we first met him at Brass Armadillo. We'll truly miss him... 'til we meet again, Carl.Marsha Whiting
Omaha, NE Monday, August 8, 2016 My heart is saddened to read of Carl's passing. What a kind gentleman he was. He will surely be missed by many. I'll be praying for his family and friends. "There are some who bring a light so great into the world, that even after they have gone, the light remains."