Amy Lynn Hollebrands
August 22, 2013
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Amy Lynn Hollebrands, 54, passed away on August 22, 2013. A celebration of life service will be held on Monday, August 26, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. with visitation prior from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines.
Amy was born on November 3, 1958 in Des Moines, IA to Phyllis and Carroll “Holly” Hollebrands. The third of four children, she graduated from Ruby Van Meter School. Amy was proud of her many Special Olympics ribbons for swimming, her bowling trophies and square dancing performances when she was younger. She even learned sign language – at least signs for important things like, bacon, popcorn and happy birthday!
Amy lived in supervised housing provided by Link Associates and Mosaic where she had many friends and devoted caregivers. She enjoyed work, church and other activities.
Amy was the most happy-go-lucky member of the family and was the life of the party. She liked to dance, tickle, give hugs that hurt, collect stuffed animals, eat Carol’s chocolate pie, have her hair curled, and watch the Hawkeyes, The Wizard of “Ahh”, and wrestling for the “cute guys”!
Amy was very caring and independent, insisting on doing things for herself for as long as she could.
Amy’s spirit will live in the hearts of her family and the many who loved her. She was predeceased by her dad, Holly; and is survived by her mom, Phyllis Hollebrands; brothers, Curt (Carol Grandanette) and Matt (Karen) Hollebrands of Savage, MN; and sister, Kris Wymer of Arcata, CA; nephew, Nick Hollebrands; and niece, Lindsay Hollebrands of Savage, MN.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Iowa Special Olympics or Alzheimer’s Association Greater Iowa Chapter. Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Donna McGlynn
08/26/2013
Phyllis, Matt and family: Have been thinking about you all day. I am sorry this world lost Amy; she was such a bright spot. My thoughts and prayers and love are with and for you. Amy was on her way to heaven before she died.
Molle Tubbs
08/26/2013
Matt and family - I am so sorry for the loss of your sister / daughter. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Jamie Stenger
08/26/2013
Curt and family, I was so sorry to hear of Amy's passing. I know how very special she was to you all, as evidenced by the light in Curt's eyes when he'd tell me stories about her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Marlene Anderson
08/25/2013
My heartfelt condolences to you, Phyl, Curt, Carol, Kris and Matt and family. Amy was very special, a very special cousin. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I love you.
Chris Brown
08/25/2013
I remember Amy well from her Ruby Van Meter days. She was a great person...always a smile and a pleasure to be around. I am sorry for your loss.
Tara and Rob Hulse
08/25/2013
Curt,
I am sorry for your loss. I enjoyed the stories you shared with me about Amy. Hugs to you.
Toni Eilbert
08/25/2013
Curt and family,
I was so sorry to learn of Amy's passing. She was such a special young lady and I'm so glad she and Yvette got to spend time together. It was really hard on us when Yvette had to move and I know she missed Amy! Take care and you are all in my prayers and celebrate your angel in heaven!
Traci Weldon
08/25/2013
Curt and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Amy sounds like such a very special person and I know that she is a bright light in Curt's life. That kind of love never dies and never goes away. You are in our thoughts and prayers.