"Amy was such a beautiful person inside and out. She loved and cared deeply. I am so glad she got to spend time with her granddaughter. I am very thankful Amy and Gary came into my life when they did. It was Amy who helped me fight on. I will always remember her kindness and friendship. May her memory be a blessing through eternity. My deepest condolences."
In loving memory of
Amy Catherine Wireman
November 24, 1970 - January 3, 2020
Amy Catherine Wireman, 49, of Dandridge, Tennessee, passed away at 10:15 a.m. Friday, January 3, 2020 at her home with her husband and son by her side. Born November 24, 1970 in Springfield, Ohio, she was the daughter of Roger Watson and Sharon (Aldridge) Halbach.
Amy attended Peter and Paul Catholic School in Huntington and graduated from Huntington North High School with the Class of 1989. On October 4, 2003, Amy married her soulmate Gary Wireman. She worked at Square D in Huntington, IN for several years and owned and operated Northside Grill in Columbia City until 2008. Amy and Gary moved to Tennessee in March of 2015 where she took a job with Bush Brother's Bean company.
With a contagious smile and laugh, it was easy for Amy to make others feel relaxed, welcomed and make a new friend. She was loving, easy going, strong, and always had a positive attitude, even though her final days on earth. Amy and Gary made many wonderful memories together traveling. She loved being with her family and spoiling her granddaughter. Amy enjoyed baking, gardening, shopping, dining out and singing karaoke.
Survivors include her loving husband of 16 years, Gary Wireman; parents, Roger Watson and Sharon (John) Halbach; daughter, Meliah (Kevin) Cox; twin sons, Luke Wallace and Lance (Ximena) Wallace; stepsons, Drew Wireman and Derek Wireman; granddaughter, Josie Cox; grandmother, Betty Brittingham; and brother, Jon Watson.
A gathering of family and friends will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday, January 10, 2020 at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with Pastor John Cummings officiating. Burial will follow at Greenhill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Amy's memory to help fight Pancreatic cancer at https://www.pancan.org/. Visit www.demoneygrimes.com to send her family condolences online.
Tributes
"All my love to Amy's family, especially my dear Luke. I really appreciate all the love and kindness of Amy. I will remember her all my life and all the moments we had on holidays. I'm sure she is in God's hands, receiving all the love she deserves. God bless you all."
"Our dear Amy, Even though you?re not here with us physically we know that you?ll remain with us as an angel that will guide us until we reached you in heaven. Thanks for everything you did to us, we will always remember that beautiful smile and enthusiasm. With love Hurtarte Salazar Family"
"Prayers of comfort to you all during this time of loss. Viewing all your photos and video capturing your special memories is very moving. I did not know Amy well but remember her beautiful smile. I know her children are amazing and that surely reflects her character through them. Much love! - Le Ann Fultz"
"Amy was a beautiful person and always so positive! You all are in my thoughts and prayers!"
"Amy was a fighter and a wonderful friend always thinking of others! She will be missed "
"Amy was one of the most beautiful people inside and out that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. I know there is a plan, but sometimes it's just really hard to understand. Love to all.
Stacy Barnett and Family"
"Amy was a wonderful person to ever be around and a lot of fun. "
"Amy was always so much fun to work with at Warner. I will miss her smile and sense of humor. "
"Amy was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever known. She always brightened my day with her infectious laugh and wonderful smile. I am blessed to have her as a friend and neighbor! Your family is in my prayers!"
"I wish I could have sung one last song with you. Love you forever! Chuck Otis"
"May each of you find courage to face tomorrow as you rest in the knowledge that we truly care about each of your needs and that we will walk beside you in your journey of grief. Brett Gerber, Randy Grimes, Kris Hardiman and the Staff of DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home "