Amber Nicole Stumbaughn (1975-2010)

STUMBAUGH

Posted By: Ames Tribune
Date: 9/4/2010 at 10:58:19

THE AMES TRIBUNE, Ames, Story County, Iowa, Thursday, September 2, 2010.

Amber Nicole Stumbaugh, of Ames, left this world suddenly Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010. On this day, the world lost an amazing and inspiring person.

She was born Oct. 18, 1975, in California, where her parents, Nick and Bobbie Stumbaugh, and brother, Kurt, still live. She is survived by her partner of 13 years, Jill Sherwood, and her beloved pets, Floyd, Kelty, Margaret and Herbert.

Amber had a lifelong dream of becoming a veterinarianm and she was pursuing that dream with vigor. Having received a bachelor’s degree in animal science at the University of California Davis and a master’s degree degree in genetics at Iowa State University, she returned to Iowa from California to follow her heart. She was in her fourth year of veterinary school at Iowa State University, and well on her way to becoming a remarkable veterinarian. Her love for animals and compassion for people was a gift that she was sharing with the world. She inspired and encouraged many people in the pursuit of her dream.

She loved life and family, and was always there for anyone. She always had a smile and never took life too seriously. She loved being behind the lens of the camera and took many stunning photos. She and Jill found great joy in simple pleasures such as walking their dogs, Floyd and Kelty, or sitting with their cats, Margaret and Herbert. One of her favorite things in life was being on her bicycle, either spending the week riding with friends and family or simply heading out for a quick ride. She had completed triathlons, and many weeklong bike rides, including RAGBRAI in Iowa and the AIDS/Lifecycle ride in California.

She will be deeply missed by all who knew her, and the many people whose lives she touched throughout her too short time on this Earth. Her spirit will continue to live on in all those who knew her, as she would have liked.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that contributions be made in Amber’s name to the Iowa State University School of Veterinary Medicine.

A memorial service will be at 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 3, at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way in Ames.

Online condolences may be sent to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com.

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