Condolence: I met Howie through his wife JaneLouise. She is a long-time, dear friend of mine. In honoring Howie I need to honor both of them as they were true partners and rarely apart until the very end. I fondly remember the times when we all would discuss our love of gardening and of the joy we felt from seeing vegetables grow and spring forth from the soil. I was impressed with Howie’s determination to continue to work in their garden, even when the sun was out and his strength was weakening. While he worked JaneLouise would keep a watchful eye from a distance as he tilled the soil, approaching him with pockets full of dark chocolates, water, and a chair when he was done. In the winter he would return from treatment and put on his skis or snowshoes, determined not to let cancer control his life. Year in year out I witnessed and heard about these exercise in fortitude.

Howie’s and JaneLouise’s mutual love and respect for the natural world was evident in how they lived their lives. They both were deeply concerned citizens of this Earth, deciding to keep many hundreds of acres they owned in the Adirondacks "forever wild" and free from any sort of development.

A while back JaneLouise had asked a friend to place some feeders at the height of the bedroom window on super long poles so Howie could watch the wild birds while he rested. The window screens were removed for a better view of the activity outside. “Bird TV” Howie would tell me with a twinkle in his eye, "is SO much better than regular TV." I remember watching "Bird TV" with them both during Howie’s final days.

And then of course there is Hazel, their rescue dog who matched Howie’s energy and thirst for life mile for mile. Howie and Hazel quickly became athletic companions along the Erie Canal bike path. Both Howie and Janelouise showed Hazel the dignity and love that allowed her to flourish. It was clear from watching Howie talk about and interact with Hazel that they each meant a great deal to each other.

I can truly say that spending time with Howie and Janelouise was to spend time surrounded by two people who genuinely loved one another, and were each other’s champions and loyal partners till the very end. Howie I want to thank you for your life of service and love and for sharing who and what you are with all of us. I will always remember the time you spent with my newborn son Oliver. I am very grateful that you two got to meet one another. I think of you every time I use the burping technique with Oliver that you taught me. It works like a charm! Thank you dear friend, for gracing this world. It was far too short.

Condolence: My sincere condolences to the family and friends of DR. Amann. May you find some comfort in the words of our loving heavenly father Jehovah, recorded at Job 14:14; Isaiah 26:19; Psalm 37:29 and John 5:28, 29! I am truly sorry for your loss

Condolence: Dr Amann provided care to my children and myself for many years when I live in Sherburne. We both loved the Adirondacks. He was a very caring and kind doctor. Though I have not seen him in many years, I will remember what a great Doctor and person he was.
The Karn Family (Michelle, Chris, Sean and Bill)

Condolence: Dr. Amann delivered all of my girls now ages 38, 35 and 33. He was kind and gentle. He boasted about his children from the time they were born and into adulthood. I am proud to say that I knew him. May he rest in peace.

Condolence: "Howie", as he preferred to be called, was a very unique doctor inn that he LISTENED to his patients. I had the privilege of being under his care for many years & he never belittled me for my search for the appropriate health care for my self & my sons...regardless of how far from the AMA's standards I often was. He was always a friend as well as a professional. Unfortunately I was never able to find another understanding & compassionate Allopathic Physician after I left the area. I'm sure his family & friends will miss that enigmatic shy smile & gentle kindness he generously gave to all he came in contact with.2

Condolence: Thoughts and prayers for the family. I thought the world of Dr. Amann when he was practicing in Hamilton and I was very sad when he left.

Condolence: To the Amann family,

It is with great sadness that I was told of the passing of Dr.Amann. He was a great man and doctor. I will never forget his kindness to my husband and myself. He will be missed.

Mary and Robert Garguilo

Condolence: Chris, Rachel and Alli,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. I know the pain it can bring and send you love and prayers for you and your family.

Condolence: Very sad to read of Doc's passing. He was my doctor for years & the last time I seen him he told me he was retiring, Well he says, this is the last time I will be seeing you. He referred me to another doctor. Ok, but just not the same. Dr. Amann was like an old county doctor. I had great respect for him. Again my condolences to his family. God Bless.