Nancy Tiel Henke

Nancy Tiel (Bouton) Henke, 82, passed peacefully at her home in Fairhope, AL on Tuesday, March 10, 2020. She was born to Orson JF Bouton and Marjorie Tiel Bouton. Nancy was raised in Westwood, NJ, where she met her husband, Bruce Henke, and married at Grace Episcopal Church of Westwood, NJ in 1960. Nancy and her family lived throughout the US including: NJ, NY, OH, GA, AL and Toronto, Canada. She made many friends through her enjoyment of golf, the arts, and nature. She was an active member of St. James Episcopal Church of Fairhope, AL, where she served on the alter guild. She was a person of faith and lived life serving others. She enjoyed being involved in her community and made lasting friendships everywhere she lived. Nancy is survived by Bruce, her husband of 59 years; her daughter, Karen; grandchildren, Sarah and Brian, Taylor, Maggie, Emma, and Zachary; sons-in-law, David and Mutt; brother, Jay; sister, Mary; and her many relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Susan. Nancy’s grandchildren were the pride and joy of her life. The legacy of her kind spirit, passion for traveling, love for animals, and zest for life will live on through them. Her smile brightened everyone’s day and she generously shared it with friends and strangers alike. She was a devoted friend who sent handwritten letters for every occasion. She will be dearly missed by her family and many special friends. A Celebration of Nancy’s life will be held at a later date. ARRANGEMENTS BY WOLFE-BAYVIEW FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY, INC. 19698 GREENO RD FAIRHOPE, AL 36532 (251) 990-7775