Deborah Kay Host
May 07, 1948 — August 21, 2025
Deborah Kay Host, 77, of Des Moines, passed away Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Royal Oaks.
She was born May 7, 1948, in Des Moines to Mary Evelyn Host. Mary married Arthur Nizzi on November 9, 1957. Arthur then went on to adopt Deborah. She graduated from Grand View University. Deborah was an avid animal lover who enjoyed showing horses. Before adopting her children, Deborah worked as a social worker. She shared kindness and love with every person that met her.
Deborah was preceded in death by her parents.
Her love and spirit endure on through her three children, Paris, Hunter, and December; beloved daughter-in-law, Makayelah; grandchildren, Kayden, Gabriel, Hunter Jr., Harlo, Judah, Evelyn, and Dominic.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Deborah.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Ron karnowski
08/26/2025
Met Debbie in 6th grade at Chist the King grade school. We went steady all through high school. I got drafted to Vietnam and we fell apart. I am broken hearted. She and her parents were wonderful people.