Deana Ann Amman
September 07, 2013
Deana Ann Amman, 48, passed away at home on September 7, 2013. Services will be held on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 12:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, IA with visitation 1 hour prior. Burial will follow at Resthaven Cemetery in West Des Moines.
Deana was born on July 21, 1965 to Karen (Sebesta) and Terrance Zortman in Grand Junction, CO. She met the love of her life, John Amman while still in high school and the day she graduated the couple was married. Together they raised four children. She loved growing in her faith, supporting her children, and taking walks with her husband. Deana was also a talented seamstress and enjoyed creating cards.
She is survived by her husband of 30 years, John; mother, Karen Zortman; sons, Michael (Summer), and Marcus (Monica); daughters, Molly (Brian) Guillaume, and Mara (Jeff) Robertson; grandchildren, Asher, Haven, and Eleanor; sisters, Michelle Hunter and Kimberly Portillo; grandfather, Harvey Sebesta; and numerous other loving relatives.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Alzheimer’s Association. Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
gina bartling
02/05/2014
I just heard of your loss. I am so sorry to have heard so late but know you all are in my prayers. Michael: Bryan and I both send our love and prayers.
Jo Yaeger West Middle Sioux City
09/25/2013
Dear Amman family,
I was heartbroken to find out about the passing of Deana. As you know, her spirit is living in heaven until Resurrection Day. She is now a part of God's kingdom.
However, this is not an easy time for all of you. There is a huge part of your life which is no longer filled by your devoted, loving mother, wife, and grandmother. On earth, she was always a dynamic, caring person, and that hasn't changed in heaven! They're very glad to have her there!
I send my sympathy to all of you on your great loss! May God's comfort and love surround all of you as you move forward to cope without her physical presence in your lives. My prayers are with you!
Mara and Marcus, if I can help by listening, caring, and praying with you, I'm here!
God bless all of you!
In sympathy,
Jo Yaeger (jo.yaeger@gmail.com)
Lisa Amman
09/22/2013
Dear John and family, My deepest sympathies for all of you during this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I pray that God will give you strength as you grieve and remind you that Deanna is with him, and that some day you will all be together again. Love to all of you.
Julie LIst
09/14/2013
John and family, Through Via De Cristo , I was able to hear Deana pray to our Father God many times. I looked forward to hearing her pray because she always brought God into the room and made Him so personable, She was a true prayer warrior. As we pray to our Father God at the next VDC weekend, I am sure that we will feel her presence in the room as well. God's Grace and Blessings to you.
Deb and Don Burmeister
09/14/2013
Christ's love poured out from her...you could feel it when she walked into the room and glanced your way. The world is slightly dimmer now but she will add to the brightness of heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. We all will miss her here on earth and she will be waiting up there to give us all a gigantic hug upon our arrival.
Debbie Newell
09/13/2013
Precious Deana although your walk on this earth was short...your witness was powerful. When I heard of your passing my first response was oh the Glory..she is there! Then sadness over came my heart for you John and all of your family. I pray for strength as you travel these hard days. She will always be with you.
Our heartfelt tears and sympathy.
In His Love, Deb and Jim Newell
Danielle Schroeder
09/11/2013
Family,
I also was able to meet Deana through Via De Cristo. She was one of God's angels walking on Earth. Her faith shined so bright and her heart was full of love. Deana had a way of making others feel so loved and accepted. I am lucky to have had the chance to get to know her. God bless the family in this time of need. I can only imagine the party occurring in Heaven!
Belinda Leavitt
09/11/2013
John and Family,
I, too, was another Via De Cristo sister of Deana's. And that's how I felt from the moment I met her - we were family and always will be. She made everyone feel that way! I often pray that my life and faith can make an impact that ripples out around me - Deana's life and faith made a big splash; spraying love, hope, and encouragement to others, far further than she ever knew. I praise God that you will be with her again, and I pray for His strength to support you until then.
Merrie Eriksen
09/11/2013
Dearest John and Deanas beautiful family--- I was so shocked and saddened to hear about Deana-- I worked the ViaDeCristo week-end she went thru and she was so excited she made everyone around her excited too-- she had an incredibe gift of loving people and making them feel comfortable she talked about her family all of the time you were her greatest delight -- she had such a huge personality and I always think that the hole that people like her leave is somehow bigger and missed more because of how much she loved-- I will keep you all in my prayers in the days and weeks ahead ..
Brian Shire
09/11/2013
John, our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Nora Amman Jones
09/11/2013
May God give lots of strength and comfort to all of Deana's loved ones.I will be praying for you all, as well.
Don Cork
09/10/2013
This part of the journey was not expected by anyone. Don't we all wish we could write a different date, far into the future, for tomorrow's service? There is a loving Father that has called her home. In this we can rest and treasure His peace.
Cathy Wilt
09/10/2013
Mara,
I wish I had known your mother. She sounds like a wonderful person who will be missed by many. May your loving memories and the grace of God sustain you all. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Roxane Nelson
09/10/2013
I too knew Deana through Via De Cristo & always enjoyed seeing her... The joy of Christ would always shine through her..Praying for your family at this time.
Christi Borgers
09/10/2013
I met Deana through Via De Cristo and cannot tell you how much the love of Christ poured out of her. May God's grace be sufficient for you during this time of loss.