Stephanie Ann Nusbaum
July 12, 2017
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.
Susan Hernandez
07/13/2017
To all of Stephanie's family:
Sending you love and light, peace and hope as you go through this time. Steph was such an amazing person and touched so many lives in so many ways. I will never forget her beautiful smile and eyes and her amazing personality. It really was an honor to have known Steph. God bless you all.
Janie Garrett
07/13/2017
Paul, I am so sorry for your loss. My mom died of pancreatic and liver cancer. A brutal disease. My prayers to you and your family.
Rosas family
07/13/2017
Extremely saddened by the news. My thoughts are with your family. May you Rest in peace.
Ann Vriezelaar
07/13/2017
Love you Stephanie, always will remember working with you and your passion for our patients.
Denielle Austin
07/13/2017
Stephanie,
You are one of the bravest and beautiful people I know. You will be truly missed. Your family is in my prayers.
My hope for you is sun kissed hair, salty skin, toes in the sand, bright skies and the bluest of all oceans forever.
Dee and Carolyn Bodin
07/13/2017
Dear Karen, Ron and family, Dee and I are so sorry for you loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending hugs!!!!
Elkie Veen
07/13/2017
You have been so brave through all of this! An inspiration to me! I'm praying for your family that the Lord will give them strength to see them through. I enjoyed working with you at the hospital and will always remember the lovely lunch you gave me for my retirement.
Kimberly Wente
07/13/2017
Steph was a shining light in every aspect of this journey. She taught many of us to truly embrace love, family, and all life has to offer. Heaven is rejoicing as she has finally reached home. I pray for your peace, comfort, and courage in facing the days ahead.
Liz
07/13/2017
I only met Stephanie and Paul a few times for a work project. Although my interaction was short, the love, joy and optimism she expressed was so meaningful - she left an impact on my life. I admire the love her and Paul shared and am so thankful I had the opportunity to meet these two beautiful souls. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Heaven gained a very special angel.
Deb Moyer
07/13/2017
Steph was a wonderful nurse and leader. She knows how much we all loved her. My heart is with your family.
Kris S
07/13/2017
Steph taught us how to live life and enjoy all it has to offer. She was such a positive person and when I think of her I can only remember her with a smile on her face. Her memory will remain in the our hearts forever. Such an inspiration she was! No doubt she is resting peacefully in God's home enjoying the "rays" of his bright light! RIP dear Steph, gone from this life but NEVER forgotten. My heartfelt condolences to all of you through this difficult loss.
Curtis Waddingham
07/13/2017
Stephanie was a great friend and coworker at Methodist West Hospital. Praying for your family.
Paul Johns
07/13/2017
Paul
my prayers are with you and the family! I can't imagine going through this. Sorry I can't be there for you. Hang in there buddy!