About This Memory Space
This page was created for Michelle Lynn Mattingly's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Michelle Lynn Mattingly's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Michelle Lynn Mattingly. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Michelle Lynn Mattingly radiated joy and warmth throughout her 61 years, leaving an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know her vibrant spirit and infectious laughter.
Born in Indianapolis to Kenneth and Annette (Murnan) Nauert, Michelle spent her early years on the city's east side, forging a foundation of resilience and cheer. She proudly graduated from Warren Central High School in 1982, stepping into adulthood with boundless energy. Soon after, she crossed paths with David Mattingly, the partner who would become the center of her world. Their union on October 3, 1987, blossomed into nearly four decades of shared adventures, deep affection, and unwavering companionship. A woman of lively charisma, Michelle embraced life's simple pleasures—sun-soaked beach days, quality moments with loved ones, and the nostalgic beats of 1980s tunes, which she championed as the pinnacle of musical genius.
Photos of Michelle's Life
Family & Loved Ones
Michelle wove her days around the people she held dearest, filling homes with her playful wit and generous spirit. Her marriage to David stood as a testament to enduring partnership, while she poured endless energy into raising children David Lee and Gracie. Grandchildren Joey, Leo, and Nicholas brought her special delight, and she maintained close ties with parents Kenneth and Annette Nauert, as well as brother Kenny Lee, creating a tapestry of familial bonds enriched by her magnetic presence.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from those touched by Michelle's light underscore her knack for brightening rooms and hearts, with many recalling her quick humor and the comfort she offered in everyday moments.
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