Lauren Nuismer Aquino
April 8, 1976 - October 24, 2017
Lauren Nuismer Aquino, our loving mother, wife, daughter, and sister passed away quietly in her home on October 24, 2017 following a difficult battle with cancer.
She was born in Salt Lake City on April 8, 1976, the only daughter of Ralph and Jean Nuismer. After graduating from Judge Memorial High School in 1994, Lauren attended the University of Utah. She then became a flight attendant for SkyWest airlines for three years before obtaining her private pilots license. Later she went on to complete her commercial pilot license as well.
Shortly after, she married David Aquino and was blessed with two children, Mitchell and Avery, who became the focus of her life. Following divorce, as a single mother, she successfully attended Weber State University and obtained her Associate's degree in nursing. Many patients' lives were touched by her while working as a nurse at LDS hospital on the surgical and orthopedic units. Here she found the love of her life Melissa Adams. Most recently, Lauren was employed as a nurse at the Breast Cancer Clinic at the Huntsman Cancer Institute.
Lauren is survived by her wife Melissa Adams, two children Mitchell and Avery Aquino, her brother Scott Nuismer (Erin), and her parents Ralph and Jean Nuismer.
In lieu of flowers it was Lauren's wish to have contributions made to the American Cancer Society.
A celebration of Lauren's life will be held on Thursday, November 2, 2017 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Starks Funeral Parlor on 3651 South 900 East in Salt Lake City. Guests are encouraged to use the complimentary valet parking on the north side of the building.
In Loving Memory
Jean, Ralph and Scott, my heart breaks for you at this most difficult time. Lauren was a beautiful young lady, and I know she will be missed. Please know that I still cherish the memories that were made while in Salt Lake. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Trish
Trish Austin Davidson
Minden, La
Dear Peanuts and Ralph, I am overwhelmed with sadness at the news of Laurie's passing. While our time as tentmates at Northway was many years ago, I remember Laurie with a big contagious smile and camp that year as a summer filled with happiness and joy. I always enjoyed hearing what she was up to when we got together on Cache. All my love to you and condolences to you, Scott, her wife, and children.
Anne McMaster
Peterborough, on
Ralph & Jean, Pam and I were saddened to hear of Lauren's death. Ralph, when we were working together, I recall your stories of fun visits that you had with Lauren and the kids. I hope those memories and moments will help to lift your spirits moving forward. We will keep you both and your extended family in our thoughts and prayers. Regards, Rich & Pam Dropek
Rich Dropek
Sandy, UT
Dear Jean and Ralph, Kathy Henriod just notified me of your lovely Lauren's passing. My heart reaches out to you in love , grief, and sympathy. Where did those years go where we spent many times laughing and sharing tales of our wonderful children. I will always remember coming to your home and seeing her when I left a gift for her wedding. May you feel comforted in the knowledge that there is life after this, where you will see her again. Much love, Gail Smith (librarian at Churchill).. ;
Gail Smith
Salt Lake City, UT
Lauren was my nurse at the Huntsman. She was compassionate and caring and loving. She treated me with love and respect every time I saw her and I will miss her. She made me feel important and that she would do anything she could to help me, and she did she helped to save my life for that I will be eternally grateful.
Jill L
Bountiful, UT