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Amy L. Schwietert Hochstuhl, 52, cherished for her dedication to family

WILMINGTON — Amy L. Schwietert Hochstuhl, 52, peacefully passed away Thursday, May 14, 2020, at her home after a courageous battle with cancer.

Amy was born Aug. 26, 1967, in Cincinnati, Ohio, and went on to graduate from McAuley High School, Class of 1985. Amy married Steven Hochstuhl June 28, 1997, in Cincinnati, Ohio, and spent the next eight years there caring for her two children, Joshua Schwietert and Sarah Hochstuhl, as well as running a family business.

From there, Amy moved to Wilmington in 2005, and then Tampa, Florida, in 2009 before returning to Wilmington in 2015. Amy spent most of her career in the insurance and logistics industry. Amy was an avid Cincinnati Bengals fan and enjoyed spending her off days at the beach.

Amy will be remembered for her dedication to her family and her lighthearted personality that touched all who knew her.

Amy was preceded in death by her brother, Kenny Schwietert.

Amy is survived by her husband, Steve; two children, Joshua and Sarah; parents, Jack and Sharon Schwietert; brother, Steve Schwietert, and his wife, Dominique; two nephews, Anthony and T.J. Schwietert; niece, Lea Schwietert; brother-in-law, Danny Hochstuhl; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Out of respect for Amy’s wishes, a celebration of life will be announced at a later date for her immediate family and close friends.

In memory of Amy, donations may be made to New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

Share online condolences with the family at Coastal Cremations.

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