Nancy Luther (Coenen)

Nancy M. (Coenen) Luther age 61 passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday January 16th, 2016 after a short but hard fought battle with cancer. She was born on October 24th, 1954 to Lambert and Agnes Coenen. She married her best friend and love of her life Brian Luther on September 23rd, 1994.Nancy loved to be outdoors and being with nature, from hiking the trails at High Cliff and Devils Lake state parks to feeding all the birds and squirrels in her back yard. She really enjoyed watching her grandsons play baseball and basketball (go Shiocton Chiefs) Nancy loved her family and especially her grandchildren. She loved to take short trips so she wasn't too far away from family. Wisconsin Dells, Door County, and the Lake Michigan shoreline were her favorite places to spend time and relax. She was employed by Asten Johnson for 40 years until her retirement in 2015.

Nancy is survived by her husband Brian, Stepdaughters Jessica (Ryan) Carlson-Shiocton, Samantha Christie-Wausau, grandsons Jayden and Owen Carlson—Rhylee Christie, granddaughter Kailey Christie, brothers Duaine (Lakewood) David (Jean) Kimberly, sisters Karen (Bill Deeg) Menasha, Janice (Dave Balck), Menasha, sister in-law Siri (Jeff) Witt Appleton, many nieces and nephews.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Clifford, father and mother in- laws Tom and Carol Luther, stepmother in-law Warrene.

Visitation will be at First Congregational United Church of Christ on Saturday, January 23, 2016 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. There will be a memorial service at the church at 4:00pm with Rev. Nick Hatch officiating. For more information and to express condolences, please visit www.wichmannfargo.com.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Nancy's Angels – Wings of Hope: thru the Community Foundation of the Fox Cities.

Nancy, you were my aunt by chance, my caregiver, teacher and best friend by choice, and my inspiration by desire. I was always in good hands when I was by your side. Your bright optimistic spirt and kind generous ways have strongly guided my path. You gave us energy, happiness, and smiles unending. It is so hard for us to lay our lovely lady to rest, but ever consoling to know that you are now the one in good hands, chosen to rise above us and smile down. I love my lady full of light and know that wherever I go you will be walking with me. —-Shannon

Aunt Nancy, This is too soon. I don't have the words to let you know how important you are to me. Your kindness, selflessness and free spirt will always be a part of me. A part of me is missing and I will never replace your special spot in my heart. It helps to know that you are above us watching over us and smiling again. I will miss your hugs, kisses, and most of all your laughs. Love you always——Ashley

Nancy, this is not good bye but see you later. Know that I love you very much and will miss you until we see each other again-Thumper.

The family would like to thank Theda Care Cancer Care, Dr. Randhawa and the entire team, the Doctors and nurses on the 7th floor at Appleton Medical Center, and the staff at Cherry Meadows for your care and compassion towards Nancy.