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BORN
1933
DIED
2018
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606 North Oneida St.
Appleton, Wisconsin
Doris Carlson Obituary
Doris worked at Valley Orthopedic Clinic as a receptionist, at Rawhide Boys Ranch as a bookkeeper, and at the Appleton Public Library. Prior to her marriage to Bill Coenen, she worked at Appleton Wire Works. She was active in various church activities, was a wonderful cook, loved to travel, had impeccable penmanship, and was always plotting her next Scrabble victory.
She will be missed by her children: Christine (James) Machamer, Waupaca; Joseph (Jane) Coenen, Kaukauna; Richard (Judith) Coenen, Rockford, IL; Robert (Lori) Coenen, Elcho; John (Angela) Coenen, Dale; Suzanne (Paul) Shoberg, Larsen; James (Margret) Coenen, Appleton; and Katherine (James) Fitzgerald, Cincinnati, OH; 23 grandchildren: Jason (Ariel), Becky, Angie (Alex), Nick (Jamie), Tad (Lynn), Sean (Kirsten), Andrew, Lizie, Amy (Todd), Aaron, Ryan, Chris (Mary), Jessa, Anna, Bekka (Mark), Leah (Charley), Emma, Jacob, Alicia, Lydia, Vivian, Shea, and Patrick; 16 great grandchildren: Van, Daniel, Leah, Micah, Eli, Sarah, Sicily, Stella, Henry, Bryce, Hayden, Braelynn, Ashley, Ellie, Avery, and Rosabelle; 2 sisters: Phyllis (Richard) Edge, Appleton and Sister Suzanne Noffke, Racine; 4 brothers: Larry (Joanne) Noffke, Naples, FL; Tom (Lidia) Noffke, Italy; James (Judy) Noffke, Powell, OH; and Steve (Jean) Noffke, Neenah. She is further survived by son-in-law Don (Holly) Nieland, many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Barbara Nieland, Bill Coenen, Ken Carlson, and Jerry May.
A Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at 11 am on Friday, January 26, at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 1617 W. Pine St., Appleton, with Father Dennis Ryan officiating. Friends may visit from 4 pm to 7 pm on Thursday at the Brettschneider-Trettin-Nickel Funeral Chapel, 606 N. Oneida St., Appleton, and directly at the church on Friday from 9 am until 10:45 am. Interment will take place at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Appleton. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Heartland Hospice and the staff at Oak Park Place for the compassionate care shown to Doris.
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January 25, 2018
My prayers and sympathy to all of you for the loss of Doris. She and my mom, Mary Ann, were first cousins and were very close when they were growing up. I had the privilege of seeing her a few times and will always remember how sweet she was, very much like her mom. Peace and comfort to her family, I know she will be missed. Diane Van Herwynen
Alice Bishop
January 25, 2018
To all the Coenens, my prayers of peace, love and comfort. Your mom had such a special way of making you feel special. I was often comforted and encouraged by her smile - Delightful Doris - she was and always will be a CLASSY Lady in my book!! Live her legacy well!
Roman Salm
January 23, 2018
Jr and I will forever remember the beautiful person of Doris, a gift of sunshine to everyone around.
Enter into eternal reward, dear Doris.
Joanne
January 23, 2018
To all the Coenen children, your mother's love was a gift beyond measure, offered to my father and returned in kind. I will always remember her most of all for how happy she made him and how she cared for him when he needed it most. May she rest in peace with all her angels about her.
January 22, 2018
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Doris was such a sweet and gentle lady.
Linda Kemps Hayes (Bernie's daughter)
Jim Fitzgerald
January 22, 2018
When my mother passed away in 2008, Doris offered, "I'll be your mother now." It was such a breathtakingly beautiful thing to say, but Doris was like that. She was the sweetest, gentlest, most loving person I have ever known. I love you, Mom.
Susan, Jack & Lauren Hewitt
January 22, 2018
Dear Chris, Jim, Jason & Becky- Our hearts go out to you and your family at this sad time.
Connie Elrick
January 21, 2018
Your Mother was a Great Lady. One of my Moms Glady Minten,Best Friends. We will miss her, I always knew your Mother, but with my Moms legs failing her I really got to know your Mom with different visits we were able to do. She was always upbeat, kind, caring and very proud of her family. I feel very Blessed that I got to know her. I will be out of town for the funeral but will hold your family in my prayers. Connie Elrick
Vicki Gorzalski
January 21, 2018
Our deepest condolences. We so enjoyed meeting Doris and sharing a couple pontoon rides with her. Thinking of all of you as you say good-bye.
Vicki and Don
Tammy McFaul-Kritz
January 21, 2018
We are so Very sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your Wonderful family.
Sandi & Bill Moore
January 21, 2018
Chris, Jim, Becky & Jason: So sorry for your loss. I never met Doris but heard stories over the years from Chris. May she rest in peace and may your faith and the support of friends and other family members help you at this difficult time.
Insa Homeyer
January 21, 2018
I am so sad ...but I am thankful of being able to meet her in summer 2016. In her living room I found this poem and wrote it down for my memory:When I think about RainI think about singing. When I think about singing It' s a heavenly time. When I think about heaven I think about angels. When I think about angels I think about You.Thank you Doris for your Big heart. I send greetings to all the wonderful members of her Familie. In love insa
Paul Maas
January 21, 2018
So sorry for your loss, I knew Doris from the Appleton Public Library, She always had a smile on her face and a great sense humor( her eyes would lite up when she would talk about her family and grand kids.
Cindy Zemple
January 21, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I have many memories of Doris and Barb.
Jim and Julie Kramer
January 21, 2018
Our sympathy to you Doris was such a wonderful woman mother and grandmother she will be missed.
Jim and Julie Kramer
January 20, 2018
Our sympathy and hugs. Best Mom and just great all around. Beattle and Joyce.
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