Michelle Nieman (December 8, 1966 – June 19, 2020)

Michelle Marie Nieman, 53, of Merrillville, IN, passed away Friday, June 19, 2020, at Methodist Hospital, Southlake Medical Campus, Merrillville, IN.

Michelle was born at St. Catherine’s Hospital in East Chicago, Indiana, on December 8, 1966, to Michael and Francis Williams McCracken,  Michelle was adopted by Lavern Koedyker when her parents were married and her name was changed.  She graduated from Lake Central High School in St John, Indiana, in 1986 and from Don Roberts Beauty School. Griffith. Indiana, in 1987 holding a beautician’s license since.  Michelle gave birth to a son, Charles Oliver on October 30^th of 1992.

She worked for the Merrillville Community School Corporation and JoAnn Fabrics and Crafts, both of Merrillville.  Michelle became disabled while working.  Michelle was a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Merrillville.  Michelle assumed the duties of secretary at Prince of Peace in late 2019.  She was a craft person and loved life.  Most of all Michelle loved her family.

Michelle married Daniel Nieman on June 28^th, 2011.   In accordance with Michelle’s request her remains have been cremated.

Michelle is survived and lovingly remembered by her husband Daniel of Merrillville; her son Charles Tomaszewski of Merrillville, her step son Daniel (Brittney) of Highland.

Michelle was preceded in death by her mother Frances in 2004,

A Memorial Service is scheduled at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 6795 Broadway, Merrillville on Wednesday, July 29^th, at 10:00 a.m. with the Reverend David Adams officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to the family who will determine at a later date.

Online condolences and remembrances may be left for the family at merrillvillebus40@yahoo.com.