Christopher "Joe" Amundson
February 08, 2020
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Christopher “Joe” Amundson, 47, went to his eternal home with the Lord on February 8, 2020. He was born in Des Moines on November 29, 1972 to Joseph Rex Amundson and Becky Emerson.
He graduated from Lincoln High School on May 29, 1990. Joe studied architectural design at DMACC, graduating in August of 1992 with his associate’s degree. He served in the United States Air Force from 1996 to 2000. Joe then served in the Air National Guard. He was a music lover and a talented guitarist and singer. Joe had a big personality and a heart of gold.
He will be forever loved and missed by his loving family and his adoring fiancé, Lisa; father, Rex; mother, Becky; brother, Jared; sister, Jenell; his beautiful children, Tyler, Krista and Gage; as well as many extended family members and beloved friends.
The family will greet friends Monday, February 17, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. with the funeral service at 12 p.m. at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Joe will be laid to rest with military honors at 2 p.m. Monday at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter. A celebration of life will follow the burial at Kirschbaum’s Barn, 12850 NE 64th in Elkhart.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to: https://www.gofundme.com/f/joe-amundson
Condolences may be directed to www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Bryan B.
02/14/2020
To the Amundsons and all family and friends.. So very sorry for your loss. The Amundsons are like my second family.. Love u all. God speed Joe...
Linda Wenzl
02/14/2020
I started at Sam's 4 years ago and Joe was working here. Always friendly and nice to chat with. I met his fiance, Lisa and she is a sweetheart. I was tickled to hear they were getting married. I was shocked to hear of Joe's passing and I know Lisa's heart is breaking. To Lisa and his family. God Bless you in time of sorrow.
Marnie Varvel
02/14/2020
Although I didnt know Joe personally we attended Lincoln together and I just want to say may god be with your family right now and carry on all the loving times you had with him. And also Thank you for your service Joe. God bless you.
Sheri Allen
02/13/2020
Rex and family. I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family now and always. Deepest Sympathy, Sheri
Lisa Schooler
02/13/2020
My dearest Joe:
My heart is forever broken. We were supposed to get married this year. I'm devistated. I really don't know how I'll go on without you. You're the love of my life. You brought me so much joy. I'm forever grateful for the time God gave us. We'll see each other again one day babe. Keep sending those signs. I feel you around me. I love you so much with all my heart & soul always & forever, Lisa
Sandra Turnipseed
02/13/2020
I am so sorry for your loss.
Josh Emerson
02/13/2020
Cousin Joe. It's your "favorite" Cousin Josh Im just in shock and my emotions are are at a stand still this week would have marked our awesome trip we took and that you were so excited about that you got as much people as you did I love your enthusiasm you had for everything was so excited to go I love how you were the only one who had patience for me and would stay and encourage me through out us growing up and your smile and laugh and love for everyone that was around you I love you forever and always
Sara Downs
02/12/2020
Joe, my first grandson. The little boy who liked to come to Grandma's and who had an artistic talent. You will always be in my heart. To your Dad and Mom, fiance Lisa, bother & sister, Jared & Jenell, words can't convey my feelings. I just know I locve you all & there is a void in our family now. Love always, Mom, Grandma Sara Downs
Danielle Donati Smart
02/12/2020
Rex, Becky and family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
Jolene Bahri
02/12/2020
My heart aches for your entire family as I know too well how much it hurts to lose someone that you love so much. I loved Joes big smile and sweet personality. Im shocked and saddened, as is Jeremiah. My sincere condolences and my heart and prayers are with you.
Andrea Meader
02/12/2020
Cousin Joe, I can't believe you are gone, I will always remember your laugh that could bring joy to anyone in the room, and the family Christmas parties and gatherings we had together. I Love and miss you.