Jason Todd Nierman

Jason was born on December 19, 1973, to Roger and JoElla (Rochner) Nierman in Seymour, Indiana. He graduated from Brownstown Central High School in 1992 and went on to earn his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Purdue University. While at Purdue he was a member of Beta Sigma Psi where he formed lifelong friendships and found his partner in life, Lindsey. Jason and Lindsey were married on September 29, 2001.

Jason began his career as an economist in Dairy Programs for the United States Department of Agriculture in Washington D.C., and then continued his career in Louisville, KY, becoming Market Administrator. He was a dedicated and respected leader for 28 years.

Jason was an intelligent and hardworking man. He lived his faith through quiet service, always willing to lend a hand and thinking of others before himself. Jason was a family man in every sense of the word and took great pride in the life he created. His family was his greatest priority, and he would do anything for them – being a constant, present father who delighted in spoiling his children in every possible way. His love language was gift-giving, a reflection of his generous heart and desire to bring joy to those he loved. He enjoyed tending to his garden, took pride in helping when needed on the family farm, and was a loyal friend. Often bordering on obsession, Jason was a lifelong Purdue fan. He also loved a good song, finding meaning in music that often mirrored the kindness he brought into the world.

Jason leaves behind a family who loved him deeply and were not ready to say goodbye: the love of his life, Lindsey (Westerfeld), daughters Lillian and Ella, and son Landon. His father, Roger Nierman, brother Brian (Amy) Nierman, and sister Jill (Don) Calhoun. Nieces and nephews who loved their Uncle Jason include Shelby (Austin) Stamm, Ryland (Sidney), Brayton, and Camdyn Nierman, Chase Calhoun, Zachary and Caroline Oswald, Isaac, Claire, and Elaine Prickel, Jericho and Anneliese Jones, Hazel and Nash Medley. Jason was united in heaven with his mother JoElla, grandparents William and Lillian Rochner and Henry and Laura Nierman, and mother-in-law Jane Hinsky.

The family will receive guests on Sunday, January 18th from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Kraft Funeral Service, 708 E. Spring St, New Albany, IN. A funeral service will be held at Grace Lutheran Church, 1787 Klerner Lane, New Albany, IN on Monday, January 19th at 11:00 a.m. with visitation one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Wegan. The funeral home will accept memorial contributions in his honor, dedicated to his children’s future.