Stephanie Ann Nusbaum
July 12, 2017
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Stephanie Ann Nusbaum, 48, won her battle with cancer surrounded by her loving family at her home on July 12, 2017. Visitation will be held Friday, July 14 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines and the memorial service on Saturday, July 15 at 11:00 a.m. at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Parkway in West Des Moines, IA.
Stephanie was an accomplished woman. She graduated from Des Moines Christian High School in 1987, Des Moines Area Community College with her RN, Grandview University with her BSN, and Walden College with her MSN. She worked as a Nurse Manager for Methodist, Methodist West, and Lutheran Hospitals.
In 2005, she met the love of her life, Paul. They were married March 21, 2006 on a beach in Florida. Stephanie loved the sun, the beach, the Iowa Hawkeyes, being a mother to her two beautiful children, Jordan and Jaimie and loved her two step-children, Ellen and Emmet. She loved shopping, family activities like BBQ’s, camping and anything involving the outdoors.
She is survived by her husband, Paul; children, Jordan and Jaimie Stephens, Ellen (Matt) Weltz and Emmet Nusbaum; her parents, Ron and Karen Liljedahl; brother, Cory Liljedahl; nephew, Parker Liljedahl; many aunts, uncles, and cousins; and her dog, Charlee.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Pancreatic Cancer Research – Purple Stride, 1500 Rosecrans Ave. #200, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, www.support.pancan.org. Condolences may be expressed online at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Carrie D
08/23/2017
Stephanie was in radiation treatment at the same time as I was in January (mine was breast cancer, now in remission). We were the only two under 50. Though can't say I knew her well in the brief time we chatted between treatments, she was a great inspiration to me.
Dave & Joanne
07/25/2017
Dear Karen, Ron, Paul,
It breaks our heart to hear of your loss. We will never forgot Steph's contagious smile and the many laughs we shared with your family while sitting on the beach all soaking up the sun at FMB. Her love for life and family was so apparent! You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Sincerest Sympathy... Dave & Joanne
Phyllis Stephens
07/19/2017
Stephanie left a great legacy; her wonderful children, the vast numbers of patients she served, and the people she inspired through her illness. I will miss her.
Sue G.
07/16/2017
Steph was an inspiration to anyone who was fortunate enough to know her. She was a positive influence in our work environment and passionate about providing the very best to our families and staff she served. It is an honor to have been her colleague. My sincere sympathy to Paul and to her entire family.
David and Nita Oswald
07/15/2017
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Terrie Bishop
07/15/2017
Karen and Ron we are so sorry for your loss. Praying that you will have the strength and comfort from the Lord to help you through this time of grief. Ben and Terrie
Connie Potter
07/15/2017
It's been a long time Karen and Ron. We are so sorry for your loss. I'm praying God will be with you on the rest of this journey. May He give you the strength and peace that He promises to you. Connie & Vic
Diana Emerson
07/14/2017
Karen & Ron, my thoughts & prayers are with you right now! Stephanie touched many lives & hearts as well as mine!! Some things just don't seem fair & this is definitely one of them! She was a beautiful young lady inside & out.
Bud Legg
07/14/2017
Karen, Ron and Stephanie's Family - My prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time of sorrow. May the memories of her life stay vibrant in your hearts and minds with the knowledge that she is with Our Lord.
Amy Gruss
07/14/2017
I only met Stephanie once at the Purple Stride event last year, and we've been Facebook friends since. We were both sitting in the front row as Survivors and experiencing the same emotions of going through this horrible disease. I could tell that Stephanie was a very optimistic and loving person and her positive attitude and beautiful smile really made an impact on me. I am very saddened by the news of her passing and my wish is that Stephanie is at peace now and pain free. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
Jerry and Debbie
07/14/2017
Dear Paul and family, we are so very sorry your precious Stephie succumbed to that awful disease. F pancreatic cancer. We cherish the memories of her snuggling up to the fire pit tending to her beautiful flowers, Paul manning the grill, and all the kids and their friends playing yard games, while the Hawkeyes flag flew in the trees. Stephanie was a lovely, fun person. Paul, may her strength and courage help you in the coming days.
Dena Mertz
07/14/2017
I will always remember Steph with her gorgeous sun kissed tan, beautiful jewlery and that big bright smile. She was a natural leader and so fun to work with. My thoughts are with her family during this difficult time. May you cherish the memories of her and find strength in her everlasting peace.
Valerie wahl
07/14/2017
Steph your personality and kindness and friendship your smile and everything else about you will ge greatly missed Jaimie and Jordan very sorry for the loss of your beautiful mom.
Andrea Fetters
07/14/2017
Extremely saddened by the news. My thoughts are with your family. You are resting peacefully in God's home now.
Carrie Brugger
07/14/2017
The last time I saw Steph was about 2 months ago. She had her usual huge smile and upbeat attitude. My sincere condolences.