Scott S. Coenen
November 15, 1958 – September 14, 2024
Scott was born on November 15, 1958, in Harlan, IA, to James (Jim) Coenen and Cornelia (Langenfeld) Coenen. He died peacefully surrounded by family on September 14, 2024, after a battle with cancer.
Scott moved to Omaha, NE, at a young age and attended St Pius X grade school. He then graduated with the Class of ’77 from Roncalli Catholic High School. After high school, he joined the IBEW Local 22 and went through their apprenticeship program to become a Journeyman Electrician. After working for Commonwealth Electric for a number of years, he and his brother, Shawn,started AC Electrical in Shawn’s garage. They were able to build the company up and ran a successful business until he had to retire in 2022, due to his illness.
Shortly after high school, Scott met his wife, Wendy Culbertson. They married on September 21, 1979. They would be together for the next 33 years, until she passed away January, 2013. Scott did everything he could while she battled cancer and was by her side the entire time. They had three sons, Steve, Patrick, and Matthew, and grandson, Jacob. Scott was very much a family man and would do anything he could for them. Scott was the type that would be there to help anyone, no matter what the circumstance.
Scott enjoyed the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman in his younger years. He had an eye to spot random animals while on drives with his family and liked to point them out. He enjoyed being out on the water or in the mountains. It didn’t really matter where, as long as he was outdoors, he was happy. He wasn’t the type to sit around; he always wanted to be doing something productive or working with his hands. Scott’s work ethic was unmatched, although you would never hear him mention it.
Scott married Brenda Smart on June 6, 2020. They had a special connection, both having lost their spouses from their first marriages. They built a home together and there was plenty of space outside for Scott to keep busy when he wasn’t working. They had two grandsons, Landon and Levi. Scott absolutely enjoyed every moment he was able to spend with them.
Scott was preceded in death by his father, James Coenen; mother, Cornelia (Langenfeld) Coenen; wife, Wendy Coenen; and stepson, Kyle Smart. He is survived by his wife, Brenda; sons: Steve, Matthew and Patrick; stepdaughter, Jamie Piper (Nick); grandsons: Jacob Caniglia, Landon and Levi Piper; sister, Mary (Alvin) Williams; brothers: James Coenen, Jay Coenen (Jodi), Shawn (Julie); and many nieces and nephews.
VISITATION: Tuesday, September 17 from 5:00-7:00PM at West Center Chapel, 7805 West Center Road, Omaha. NE
FUNERAL SERVICE: Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 1:00PM at Passageway Church, 715 Grant Street, Blair, NE
INTERMENT: Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 10:00AM at Calvary Cemetery, 7710 W. Center Road, Omaha. NE
In lieu of flowers, memorials will be directed by the family
To view a live broadcast of the Service, please visit www.heafeyheafey.com and click the “Live Cast” button at the top of the home page.
14 Comments
I’m sorry to hear of Scott Passing. He lived next door to me for thirteen year, In 1997 when we had that huge storm go through he strung electric wires to our house so we could have heat after Cheri was born, We have missed our old neighbor. God bless all of you.
Our deepest condolences to you Brenda and your family. May the memories of Scott comfort you at this time.
Our deepest condolences to you Brenda and your family.
Brenda, I am so sorry. You have been hurt more than once. I am thinking of you. 🙏🙏🙏
I am so sorry Brenda and all the family on your loss. I’m thankful I got to meet him briefly at Faith’s wedding and thought what a wonderful person he was and so happy you both had found each other. Just know I care and will continue my prayers for all.
I’m deepest condolences to the Coenen family. He was such an amazing man, and I will always cherish the memories of our grill outs, sitting by the fire pit, and the times spent with your family. He brought so much joy and warmth to those moments. Please know that my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. He will be truly missed.
Our deepest condolences for the loss of your brother Shawn. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Brenda and family, my deepest condolences for your loss. You are in my prayers.
On behalf of Omaha Roncalli High Class of 1977, please accept our prayers and condolences to Scott’s family. May you be comforted.
The Lord looked at Scott, Saturday when he got to Heaven and said well done!! Very sorry will miss him
Scott worked for us at commonwealth Electric. Scott was one of the hardest working electiricians that i have known. He was always organized and always ran a great job as one of our Superintendents. He was also such a great guy. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time.
You and all Scotts loved ones are in our thoughts a prayers. Offering sympathy.
Patty & I are sorry for your loss and that we were unable to attend the services. I am Scott’s older cousin and I have fond memories of Scott’s family visiting our family when he was a young kid. God bless him and all of you.
Brenda and family, sending love, strength and prayers. Sorry for your loss.
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