Ann Terese Moyna
May 05, 2021
Ann Moyna, 54, of Altoona, Iowa, passed away May 5, 2021, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines due to complications of ovarian cancer. Ann Terese (McClimon) Moyna was born September 22, 1966, in DeWitt, Iowa, to Fabian and Winifred (Wallace) McClimon. She was a 1985 graduate of Central DeWitt High School and the former American Institute of Commerce in Bettendorf, Iowa, graduating in 1988. On November 26, 1988, Ann was united in marriage to Stephen Moyna at St. Joseph Catholic Church in DeWitt.
Ann was a freelance court reporter, working at Petersen Court Reporters in Des Moines since 1992, purchasing the business with a partner in 2015. She was an active member of Ss. John and Paul Catholic Church, Altoona, serving on the parish life committee and the faith formation kitchen. She also served as the secretary of the Altoona Palooza, vice president of the Iowa Court Reporters Association, Planning and Zoning Board for the City of Altoona, she was a Lions Club member and was named the 2019 Altoona Citizen of the Year. Ann was a loving wife and mother. She enjoyed traveling, especially to Siesta Key, Florida, Sunday dinners, large glasses of red wine and cul-de-sac parties.
Those left to honor her memory are her loving husband of 32 years, Stephen; children, Connor Moyna of Altoona and Claire Moyna of Warner Robins, Georgia; siblings, Steve (Janine) McClimon and Tim (Tammy) McClimon of DeWitt, and JoEllen (Craig) Mettille of Cedar Rapids; her sister-in-law, Chris McClimon; her mother-in-law, Judy Moyna of Elkader; brother-in-law, James (Audrey) Moyna; and numerous nieces, nephews and many friends and relatives. Preceding Ann in death were her parents, Fabian and Winifred McClimon; brothers, Dennis and Will; an infant brother, Michael; and her father-in-law, Jerry Moyna.
The family will receive relatives and friends at Ss. John and Paul Catholic Church, 1401 1st Avenue S., Altoona from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 13th with a Vigil Service at 7 p.m. The funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 14th also at the church, with a visitation beginning one hour prior to service time. Father Tim Fitzgerald presiding. After cremation, there will be a burial in Elkader, Iowa, at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Puppy Jake Foundation, Altoona Kids Cafe, Altoona Palooza, Folds of Honor or Wildwood Ranch of Iowa in loving memory of Ann.
The family has reserved a block of hotel rooms at the Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott, 460 Bass Pro Drive in Altoona, for their friends and family that will be traveling in for the visitation and service. When you call to make your reservation, please let the staff know it is under the “Moyna” block.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Pam and Rich Petersen
05/23/2021
So sad to read of Ann's passing. We think back to the many fun memories of being neighbors in Dewitt. Ann and Steve were such a sweet and friendly couple. Prayers to the family.
Ronette (Neumann) Schaller
05/17/2021
Oh, Steve, I am so sorry for your loss. I saw Molly's FB post and I'm glad you had your 'old' friends with you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in your memories of Ann.
Mike Lahey
05/17/2021
Deepest sympathies go out to you and your family
Martha Recknor Johnson
05/13/2021
I am so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Ann for seven years at Petersen Court Reporters. She was professional but fun, and she even went the extra mile to be there for me at the hospital when I had broken leg surgery. I'll always be grateful to her for telling you, Steve, about my mining engineering student Alex. Your connections resulted in his internship and subsequent employment. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Amy Cooper
05/13/2021
I worked alongside Ann video recording some of the depositions she created transcripts for. I enjoyed going to lunch with her during all day jobs and getting to know her. I am very saddened to hear of her sudden passing and offer my condolences.
Eden Sexton
05/13/2021
It's hard to believe that I won't be bumping into Ann after a bike ride to Brightside, or working alongside her at Altoona Palooza. She was such a wonderful, giving person, and I'm struck by how dearly she'll be missed. Our entire community is in mourning. To Steve and her family-- Matt and I are thinking of you and praying for healing. We're here if you need anything, anything at all.
Tom and Barb McGreal
05/12/2021
Steve and Family, We want to extend to you our sympathy and prayers for the sudden loss of Ann. Although there has been many years since we've been in touch, these events bring us back together in spirit. May she rest in God's loving mercy.
Nela Isabel Sowder
05/11/2021
To Steve and family, sorry to hear about your loss. Our deepest condolences. We will keep you in our prayers. Bill and Nela Sowder
Christine Bierley
05/11/2021
Steve and Family, I was so very sorry to learn of Ann's passing. It was my pleasure to have worked with Ann for over 20 years. She was pleasant to work with, always had a smile on her face and had a great sense of humor. She was proud of her Irish heritage and was a woman of great faith. She will be greatly missed. May she rest in peace.
Brian and Denver Moyna
05/09/2021
Our deepest condolences and heartfelt sorrow over your loss, we know how much she meant to you. May your memories give you peace and comfort.
Kim Hart
05/09/2021
Steve and family, there are no words to describe or explain the sudden loss of a loved one. I was so sorry to hear of Ann's passing. She was such a generous, giving, and compassionate member of SS John and Paul where I knew she and Steve from. On this day especially, the loss and of wonderful mother and wife is immeasurable. I will keep you all in my prayers, especially prayers for faith and love of family and friends surrounding you to help hold you up as you grieve. Lean on those people and let them care for you. It's hard to imagine now, but Ann will always be with you in spirit, in your heart. Cherish a beautiful life and wonderful memories. With sympathy, Kim Hart
Linda Gries
05/09/2021
Steve, I was so shocked to learn of Anns passing, as is the rest of our community & all who knew her. She will be missed. Please know you & your family are in my thoughts & prayers. May Ann Rest In Peace.
God bless you all.
Jim Dressen
05/09/2021
Steve, so sorry to hear about Ann. Reading about her says she was an amazing lady. Losing the love of your life hurts so much but to lose her at such a young age seems so unfair. God will continue to show you the way through life as he does for all of us. God Bless you and your wonderful family. You are in my prayers.
Jim
Debby Grimm
05/08/2021
Please know that the Moyna family is in my prayers. I had the pleasure of working with Ann at the U.S Courthouse when she reported for Judge Ronald E. Longstaff, my boss. She was so kind, professional, and always had a smile. She'll be missed!
My deepest sympathy to her family.
Jack Scrignoli
05/08/2021
Dear Steve and family, I am so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers for you and all your family! Ann will be missed by all!