Birth date: May 15, 1924 Death date: Nov 29, 2020
Gwendolyn May Helfrecht Luke May 15, 1924 – November 29, 2020 Gwen H. Luke, age 96, passed away on November 29, 2020, incident to advanced age and the effects of Alzheimer’s / dementia, in South Jordan, Utah. Gwen was born May Read Obituary
Our condolences to Gwen's family and friends. She was proud of her pioneer ancestors. She was a member of Daughters of Utah Pioneers, joining in 1954, 66 years!
I had the pleasure of caring for Gwen while she was at Pheasant Run care center, she was a very kind and loving lady. Every day when I would come into work she was the first person I would go see, She would always ask to talk to my husband on the phone. They face-timed almost every day after dinner. I loved being able to sit and paint her nails and talk about her family and answer any questions she had about my family. I will miss her very much the short time I got to know her I will cherish.
-Kenzie
I worked with Gwen for two years, 1975-1977, when I was just out of college and working at the Human Resources Institute at the U. I still remember her sweet, kind, and gentle presence, and the sense of fun that would bring a smile to her face so quickly. May she rest in deep peace. --Lorraine Anderson, Corvallis, OR
Gwen and my mom, Bess Eads were the closest of friends the last several years of their lives. The workers at Wendy’s new them by name and knew their orders. They played dominoes on Saturday afternoon for hours. They talked daily. I get to love Gwen as my mom did. She was always loving, positive and ready to laugh. She and I attended a Tabernacle Choir performance one evening. I remember how much she enjoyed it. I love Gwen. I’ll miss her. But there are definitely happy reunions taking place in heaven.
Judy Short Scharffs
Sweet Gwen! She was the best mother in law, best grandma, and best great grandma ever! Such fun memories, too many to count! We will miss her but we know we will be with her again!❤️
Too many memories but what I loved most about Aunt Gwen's, her open arms, big heart and awesome hugs. You always felt welcome and apart of the conversation even as a child. Thank you Aunt Gwen's for always loving me. Give Uncle Bill a huge hug for me. I can see you both smiling and happy to be together again.
I remember camping in the back yard with the joyful Luke cousins. One big pile of cushions and blankets watching the stars and delighting to be in their home. Hanging with the Lukes in Twin Falls was great! Aunt Gwen was special child of God. The sweetness of her countenance was special. She had a very special demeanor that you always loved and appreciated. Whenever you saw her it was a great joy.
Our love and condolences to the whole family at this time.
Me ke aloha pumehana,
(With warm aloha)
David Smith Rogers, son Emma Lu Luke Rogers
Honolulu
