Daniel Amsden, Sr.
December 20, 2015
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Daniel Kencade “DK” Amsden, Sr., was a born story teller. He has written tales since his childhood, becoming a published author at age 60. He was a unique individual, living life on his own terms, often off the land with only the possessions he could carry and his wit.
He was born February 26, 1949, to Charles and Norma (Plummer) Amsden in Des Moines, Iowa, moving to Minnesota shortly after. His upbringing in northern Minnesota taught him self-reliance and an appreciation for nature.
Dan passed away Sunday, December 20, 2015 at the age of 66.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 45 years, Sandra “Sandy” Amsden; his sons, DJ Amsden (Abby Gripp) and Jacob Amsden (Kristy); grandchildren, Paige Villalobos (Jay), Trey, Kena, Cason, Brynlee, Shandy, Zach, and Savannah; great-grandchildren, Hayden and Daphnie; brothers, Lane Joe Amsden and Charles Amsden; sisters, Charmaine Condon, Julie Gunderson, and Laura Graham; and his step-mother, Eileen Amsden.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Shane Charles Amsden.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, January 10, 2016, from 3 until 6 PM at PARC Recreation Center, 5374 NE 12th Avenue in Pleasant Hill..
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Mimi Wolske
12/23/2015
What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us. -Helen Keller -
I only knew Dan via Facebook and his posts and stories and I was saddened to hear the news of his passing. My heart felt condolences to you and your family.
Connie Sharpnack Capehart
12/22/2015
Sandy and family
My heart goes out to you. Dan was a special friend to me. He was able to tell me stories about my mom and was a top notch guy and author.
Will miss him
Love and peace to all of you
Pat McClure
12/22/2015
Sandy my heart goes out to you. Praying that you are with family and friends Knowing he is with God
Jane Carroll
12/22/2015
I enjoyed Dan's love of life and writing as well as his writing and the stories he created. Blessings and peace to his family during this sad time.
Arlene R.O'Neil
12/22/2015
I'm lost here. A writer with no words to write. Dan was special. I remember he messaged me in 2013 and asked if I would edit one of his books. I did, and the rest is history. He loved his book signings and told me he had started his "real" life, the life of an author, so happy, so excited. Sandy, he spoke of you often. I will miss him, his special sense of humor, his writing style, his stories. Rest in gentle peace Dan, for apparently God thought your mission on Earth was complete. Thankfully Danny Berry will live forever.
Terry Crawford Palardy
12/21/2015
I knew Dan only through Facebook, as a fellow 'senior' author, independently writing and publishing his stories. Rest in Peace, Dan; I pray the books you've shared will be treasures for your family. You will be missed by so many.
Taylor Fulks
12/22/2015
You will be missed, my friend. I'm sure there's a cabin by a lake up in heaven, waiting for you to make into your own writing space. I truly enjoyed our Facebook friendship. Thank you for being so supportive. My heartfelt prayers go out to your family and friends. Rest in peace and Grace, Dan.
Kathy Steven
12/21/2015
Dan the Man, even though we share family, you went beyond by opening your friendship and your own family to me and I will carry that in my heart forever. Sandy my deep condolences and hugs. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers and forever in my heart.....
Richard Gilbert
12/21/2015
Dan you will be missed your humor and special way you brightened every ones day at work.The short time you were there made it a happier time. The gang from Napa West Douglas.
Wendy Siefken
12/21/2015
My condolences to Sandy and the whole family Dan was a great guy who will be missed by so many. He has touched so many lives and his absence will be felt among all of us.