About This Memory Space
This page was created for Mrs. Joann Niemann'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 Mrs. Joann Niemann'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 Mrs. Joann Niemann. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Mrs. Joann Niemann crafted a life rich with family traditions, skillful crafts, and joyful neighborhood connections, leaving behind a tapestry of warmth that spanned nearly a century in central Indiana.
Born in 1929, Joann Linville grew up to become a pillar of her community, blending homemaking with professional pursuits. A 1947 graduate of Washington High School in Indianapolis, she navigated careers at the Indiana State Board of Health and Allison Transmission before settling into family life. In 1950, she wed Bill Niemann, embarking on a 67-year partnership that anchored her in Speedway for 45 years. Even after relocating to Brownsburg in 2003, she nurtured friendships through cherished Friday happy hours—a ritual she upheld following Bill's passing in 2018. An enthusiastic reader, masterful seamstress, and celebrated cook, Joann filled her days with creativity and flavor, rarely missing her favorite 'Wheel of Fortune' episodes. Sunday dinners became legendary events where her culinary talents shone brightest.
Joann's professional journey showcased her dedication and versatility. Early roles at the Indiana State Board of Health and Allison Transmission highlighted her administrative skills post-high school. Balancing motherhood to five children, she contributed her organizational talents at the Speedway Public Library, later bringing her precision to Wood-Mizer in Indianapolis, supporting the company's operations with quiet efficiency.
Photos of Joann's Life
Family & Loved Ones
Joann poured her energy into nurturing her expansive family, turning ordinary meals into cherished rituals that drew everyone together. Her five children—daughter Cheri, sons David, Jeff, Tim, and Bill (with Margaret)—along with grandchildren Korey Niemann, Megan Niemann Havlik (Kyle), Briley Niemann, Lily Feeley, and great-grandson Jordan Niemann, were the recipients of her unwavering affection. She shared close ties with brother Bill Linville and sister Susan May, while remembering sisters Margie Ludlow and Lois Jean Trent fondly. Even in Brownsburg, her home buzzed with the laughter of loved ones, a testament to her gift for fostering enduring bonds.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from acquaintances paint Joann as the epitome of gracious hospitality, with many recalling her delectable dishes and welcoming spirit that made every gathering unforgettable.
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