Luke Joseph Molthen, 50, passed away in Modesto Tuesday, January 23, 2018. Luke was born July 14, 1967 in Modesto to parents John and Ruth Molthen. He is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Sallie Molthen; mother Ruth; children: Elizabeth (Erik) Laws of Salida, Amanda Stone of Maryland, Faith Molthen of Modesto, and Katie Molthen of Modesto; siblings: Belinda (Lawrence) Thompson of Modesto, Stephanie (Paul) Pizzirulli of Modesto, Eric (Diane) Molthen of Colorado, John Molthen of Modesto, Brian Molthen of Idaho, and Vince (Patty) Molthen of Modesto.