Nancy Ann Schurhammer
Saturday, December 8, 1956
Date of Death:
Sunday, July 3, 2011
Age:
54 years old
Visitation
Date: Thursday July 07, 2011
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Saturday, December 8, 1956
Date of Death:
Sunday, July 3, 2011
Age:
54 years old
Saturday, December 8, 1956
Date of Death:
Sunday, July 3, 2011
Age:
54 years old
Nancy Ann Schurhammer
Nancy Ann Schurhammer, age 54, of Rochester, died Sunday, July 3, 2011, at Samaritan Bethany on Eighth after a lengthy battle with breast cancer.
Nancy Jensen was born December 8, 1956, in Springfield, Minnesota to Alvin and Peggy Jensen. She attended grade school in Clements, Minnesota and graduated from Springfield High School. She attended Winona State University, graduating in 1978 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, summa cum laude.
Nancy had worked for the Social Security Administration since graduation and served as a Claims Representative in offices in Lancaster, Wisconsin; LaCrosse, Wisconsin; Winona, Minnesota and Rochester, Minnesota. She retired from Social Security in May of 2011 after more than 32 years of public service. She was an active volunteer for Join the Journey, League of Women Voters, Volunteers in Education and took an active interest in local, state and national politics. Her hobbies were knitting, needle work, crossword puzzles, travel, reading and a strong love for animals, especially her cats.
Nancy is survived by her husband John, three sons, Philip of North Bend, Washington, Nicholas of Rochester and Peter of Rochester, her sister-in-law, Melanie Jensen of Champlin, MN, a nephew Bruce Jensen of Champlin, and two nieces, Kim Mueller of Coon Rapids, MN and Kristy Glewwe of Woodbury, MN. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Allen Jensen.
Friends may call from 4:00p.m. – 8:00p.m. Thursday July 7, 2011 at the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home in Rochester. A private memorial service will be held a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Join the Journey, 1530 Greenview Drive S W, Rochester, MN 55902
Online condolences are welcome at www.MackenFuneralHome.com
Condolences
The family of Nancy Ann Schurhammer has received the following condolences.
John and family: Bob and I were saddened to receive the news of Nancy's passing. We send to all of you our heartfelt sympathy. May you find strength and love in your circle of family and friends at this most difficult time. Our thoughts are with you.
Bob and Carol Tibor
Dear Schurhammer family,
I was so saddened to hear of Nancy's passing. I was Nick's 3rd grade teacher at Ben Franklin and remember Nancy and John during that year because baby Peter was born! They came to conferences so excited about this addition to the family! She seemed to be a passionate mother who wanted only the best for her children and was a champion for Nick that year. Please accept my sympathies and prayers for a remarkable woman.
Sincerely,
Amy Northrop
John and family,
So sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. May your memories of good times and laughter bring you comfort. Please know my thoughts are with you.
Jone
Dear John and the boys,
Thinking of you with love and hope you will find peace in Nancy's passing. Nancy was a loving mom and a beautiful friend. She touched many lives. I will always cherish our fun, happy times together. We will truly miss Nancy.
Kathy Reagin
John, Philip, Nick and Pete,
I was saddened to hear of Nancy's death. I have fond memories of how much she loved and cared for all of you. I felt a special bond with her as we shared our experience of raising kids spread out over more than a decade. I will always remember her smile and determination. May your memories also comfort you in your grief.
Denise Bonde
John,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful Nancy.Please know that you and the boys are in our prayers.I always felt that Nancy was such a warm person and the perfect partner for you.I know you willl miss her so very much.Life is not always fair for sure.I pray that you find peace and comfort.
Valerie and Lynn Cunningham
John & Kids--I am so very sorry for your loss. I am out of town so was unable to attend Nancy's memorial service. You guys have been through so much--please take care and know that she was well loved and thought of a lot.
Bless you through the times to come. She was a great lady.
With love,
Kristy Arend
John & Kids--I am so very sorry for your loss. I am out of town so was unable to attend Nancy's memorial service. You guys have been through so much--please take care and know that she was well loved and thought of a lot.
Bless you through the times to come. She was a great lady.
With love,
Kristy Arend
Our deepest sympathy to you and your whole family. We have many fond memories of our days living next to you. May your good memories of your loving wife and mother fill your heart. We will always remember her smile and love for all of you.
John and family,
So so sorry for your loss. It has been awhile since I have seen you guys at school events; as the boys grow older and find different interests. May time make each day easier as you grieve.
Take Care,
Stacy, Courtney, Alicia, and Rayce Tapp
Dear John and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sincerely,
Ann Seifert
I went to high school with Nancy. I am sorry for your loss- I saw the notice in the Rochester paper. Did not realize she was living in Rochester.
To John and family, please accept our deepest sympathies. You may remember that Nancy and I trained to be claims reps in Madison WI in 1978. I will never forget how Nancy reached out to me with her support early during the class, when i was very discouraged and considering quitting. Nancy was tremendously kind and cheerful and generous and supportive, with a great sense of humor. We worked together briefly in Rochester in the 1980s. I am so sorry to hear about this. May God bless you in this time of sorrow. Jim and Laurie Czechowicz and family.
John, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Janey Afseth
John, we are so so sorry for your lost. Naj was a great and dear friend and she will be missed by all. Take care and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Pat and Carol.
John--We are so sorry to hear of Nancy's death and send our sympathies. Wayne and Joyce Schut
John, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I have thought of you both so very often, During personal and group meditations I would ask that you and Nancy be sent positive thoughts.
Please know that while I can't physically attend the services, I will be there in spirit. Nancy's smile will be something I will always remember.
John and family -
I am so sorry for your loss. You don't need me to tell you what a great gal we lost. I will always remember fondly all the fun we had and laughs we shared. You are all in my thoughts.
John and family,
It was such a shock to read about Nancy in the Winona Daily News today! I'm so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Nancy from when you lived in Houston. The picture of her on the funeral home site is just how I remember her. Always a smile on her face!
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
With Sympathy,
Eileen Hegland
My condolences for your loss, Nancy was one of the "beautiful" people, so full of life and love. I will always remember her that way!
John, We are so very sorry for your loss. Nancy was a wonderful, active, vital woman who will be missed dearly. Take care of yourself and the boys. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Evonne and Darwin
Our deepest sympathies to John and the boys.
May your memories of Nancy be forever in your hearts and
know that you have an Angel always watching over you.
Linden and Heidi
Dear John,
Sending loving thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Nancy will be missed as much as she is loved. An amazing woman who will be remembered always, a friend forever. I will miss her. May she be in pure joy.
Love to you and your boys,
Patty