A.J. Malone
July 07, 2019
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Andrew James “A.J.” Malone, age 29, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2019 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines due to complications of leukemia.
A.J. was born at Mercy Medical Center on August 15, 1989 in Des Moines, Iowa to Terry and Lori Malone. He graduated from North Mahaska High School in 2008, the University of Northern Iowa in 2012, and earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Des Moines University in 2015. A.J. was a fan of all sports, especially basketball and loved fishing and traveling to Florida. He was always celebrating life with Amanda and “The Crew”, a close-knit group of friends who enjoyed concerts, trips, sporting events, and just having a good time, living life to its fullest. A.J. was an amazing husband, son, brother, son-in-law, and friend who will be missed deeply by all who knew him.
A.J. is survived by his wife of 2 years, Amanda; parents, Terry and Lori Malone; brother, Alex Malone; grandmother, Darlene Malone; father- and mother-in-law, Steve and Wendy Brandt; brothers-in-law, Ryan and Chase Brandt; aunts, uncles, cousins, and many special friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Francis and Olive Stehlik and Oliver Malone
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, July 11, 2019 at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines. Funeral service will take place at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines on Friday, July 12, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Ankeny Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ronald McDonald House at MercyOne Medical Center c/o Mercy Foundation, 1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314 or GiGi’s Playhouse, 6507 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50324 in loving memory of A.J.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Pamela Dickson
07/16/2019
Terry, there are no words to express my sorrow for your loss of AJ. Our Lord is carrying your family with His peace and strength. I was a teacher at DMCS, and taught with you when we opened ICA back in 1999. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Lynn Boes
07/16/2019
Lori and Terry, Mary Kacere just stopped by my office to let me know of your loss. (I was home ill last Thursday and Friday and missed any notice of the funeral and visitation). I am so sorry for your loss and will be keeping you and your family in my prayers. Lori, I think fondly of your years of service to me. May our Lord surround you with His Peace and Comfort during this painful time. L.B.
Jim Graeve
07/15/2019
Terry, Lori, Amanda - I don't even know what to say but want to express my condolences. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
I remember AJ as a great kid years ago back at Iowa Christian Academy, and am shocked and saddened to hear of his passing. You are in my thoughts.
Kim Bushong
07/15/2019
I am so very sorry for the loss of A.J. May you find peace and comfort in all of your wonderful memories. Your family remain in our prayers.
Heather Derr
07/13/2019
Terry and Lori, I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember AJ from your time at ICA. He was such a friendly and easy going kid. I was so shocked and saddened to hear of his passing. Praying for God's comfort over your family and AJ's wife in this difficult time.
Rose Mary Pratt
07/12/2019
Amanda
I am so sorry. Please know Im thinking of you and your family.
Scott Schmit
07/12/2019
AJ made my PT school experience full of laughs. He was an amazing guy, and just the easiest person to be around. Sympathies to his family.
Rose Mary Prayy
07/12/2019
Dear Amanda and family,
Im so sorry to learn about AJs death. Im at loss for adequate words to try and express the sorrow and grief in your hearts.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Blessings...peace
Scott Klarkowski
07/12/2019
I'm very saddened to hear of A.J's passing. I remember being with him moments before he walked down the isle. I told him he was the ulimate gentleman. I was so impressed with how much he loved Amanda. His love for his family and friends. Many prayers for this loss.
Mark and Linda Tigges
07/11/2019
Terry and Lori-- We want to express our sympathies to you and your family following the passing of AJ.
Krista Place
07/11/2019
I'm saddened to hear of A. J.'s passing. He was a wonderful physical therapist and was very caring with his patients. Please know your family is in my prayers during this difficult time.
Scott Whisler
07/11/2019
Lori and Terry,
Julie and I are so saddened by your familys losing such a fine young man. We are very sorry. We will continue to remember you in our prayers.
Julie Kabrich
07/11/2019
I am heartbroken to hear about A.J. and am so very sorry for your tremendous loss. My daughters went to school with A.J. and he was always such a nice young man when I spoke with him. I am just so shocked and saddened by this event. Please accept my sincerest sympathy to the entire family. I am so so very sorry.
Karissa (Myers) Rogers
07/10/2019
Im so sorry to hear of AJs passing. I went to junior high with him and remember him being such a kind and gentle spirit. Your family is in my prayers during this difficult time.
Loretta Quinn
07/10/2019
I am so sorry for your loss, I was shocked to hear. I am one of A.J.'s clients, he was so caring and compassionate. He wanted to know how things were going and really listened. He made a big impact and will be remembered.