On November 22, 1985, Michelle was married to Mark Nielsen, but later separated. Michelle had been employed by Wal-Mart and by Day Light Donuts.
In life, she loved her art work and making jewelry. And she loved spending time with her son Dylan.
She is survived by her son Dylan of Omaha, and her mother Jan Conrad of Fremont.
She was preceded in death by her daughter Ashley, her father Larry Conrad who died Oct. 1, 2010, her grandparents Achiel and Charlotte Mohr and Floyd and Marie Conrad.
The funeral service will be 10:30 AM Wednesday (March 2nd, 2011) at Trinity Lutheran Church with the Rev. Dan Heuer officiating. The committal will follow in Memorial Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Trinity Lutheran Church.
Visitation at the Ludvigsen Mortuary will be today (Tuesday - March 1st) from 2 to 8 PM, with the family receiving friends from 6 to 8 PM. Visitation continues at the church Wednesday morning for an hour before the service.
online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(18)
Cindy Albus
North Bend, NE Monday, March 7, 2011 Janet and Dylan, I am so sorry to hear of Michelle's passing. I have very fond memories of her stopping in Miller's and we would talk about Dylan and her art work. I pray you both find the strength and comfort in family, friends and memories as you both have really been through so much. I miss visiting with you Janet, please take care and know that I am thinking of you and Dylan.Carol Muller
Fremont, NE Monday, March 7, 2011 Reaching out in peace and love in your loss of Michelle. I am so sorry for your loss, Jan and Dylan. I did not realize you had lost Larry just 6 months ago, so I'm really asking God to give you added comfort to get you through these tough times. I don't believe I ever met Michelle, but she is gorgeous and it sounds like she was a very talented and sweet woman. May God Bless you and know that Michelle is in paradise, everything is perfect now! With love & understanding, Carol MullerDeb Eggleston
Scribner, NE Sunday, March 6, 2011 Jan, I am so sorry for your loss. You have faced tremendous hardship the last several months. All you can do is "Trust in the Lord, and lean not on your own understanding." Holding on to your faith, you will work your way through your grief and you and Dylan will find a way to carry on. Be patient and kind to yourself. Love, DebJoyce Henrichson
Fremont, NE Friday, March 4, 2011 I am so sorry Janet that you have lost another loved one. I didn't know Michelle, but from what I read, she was a wonderful person. My prayers are with you and Dylan as you work through the grief you now face. You are often in my thoughts. May God surround you with his love. Sincerely, JoyceSteven L Leriger
Fremont, Ne Wednesday, March 2, 2011 Michelle's death was sudden, but her life was not faint. Her memory will always be with us. I will miss that awesome smile she had and I am grateful for having known her. May God bless Michelle and her family. Rest in Peace.Tim Welch
, Wednesday, March 2, 2011 Dear family of Michelle, this came as a real shock to me. Although I haven't seen her in years I fondly remember the good times we had when I knew her through her husband Mark, who was a good friend of mine. Life passes and we lose touch. I'll pray for her and her family. I know she is at peace and loved. Baruch HaShem, Bless the Lord and you all.Suzi Newcomer
Fremont, Ne Wednesday, March 2, 2011 I was a classmate of Michelle's. I am sorry for your loss, God has found another angel and taken her home. Dylan I do not know you, but you are in my prayers. God bless you all.carol trine and family
fremont, ne Wednesday, March 2, 2011 Dylan -- I was so sorry to hear about your Mom-- I know that nothing can be said to console you and your grandmother about Michelle -- know that we are thinking of you and hope that you are finding comfort that she is with the Lord now. You are a very special person to us Dylan and we love you very much.Amy Lively
Phoenix, AZ Tuesday, March 1, 2011 Jan, some of my fondest childhood memories are of spending time with Michelle. I can see your basement and that darn foosball table - she always won - like I was just there yesterday. I know her life did not end the way we would have drawn it up when we were 8 years old, but I want you to know that she did make a difference in my life and she is missed.Corey Kull
Omaha, Ne Tuesday, March 1, 2011 Dylan, I am deeply sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and thr rest of your family. Take care. Corey KullDerek Trine
Reno, Nv Tuesday, March 1, 2011 Dylan, I am sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.Kristin (Windeshausen) Henkenius
Fremont, NE Tuesday, March 1, 2011 My thoughts and prayers go to Michelle's family. Michelle and I were high school classmates. She always had a smile!Brian Lacy
Sun Valley, NV Tuesday, March 1, 2011 Dylan, I'm very sorry to hear of your mothers passing, I know she loved you very much. Our prayers go out to you, and we hope you find strength at this difficult time. With sympathy, Brian and Ann LacyRamona and James Oliver
Lincoln, Ne Tuesday, March 1, 2011 Our prayers go out to you Janet and Dylan. May the wonderful memories she wanted you to have help see you thru this hard time in life.Rachel Jensen
Fremont, NE Tuesday, March 1, 2011 I remember Michelle so well being a friend of our Michelle's, they walked to and from school together, when you lived on Dodge Street, she often would spend time at our house after school. Had really lost track of her, but knew she had become a Mother and am betting she was a good one. We never know what the Lord has in mind for us, but as I read other's messages I am sure Michelle had her faith in her Savior that saw her through hard times. May the many wonderful memories you have of her see you through this rough time, as well as knowing she is now with her Savior. With deepest sympathy,Rachel and Ron JensenRichard & Joan Porter
Fremont, Ne Tuesday, March 1, 2011 In loving memory of Michelle, who brought both joy and heartache to her beloved parents. Michelle's life was a troubled one but she loved her son Dylan very much, even though theirs was not a traditional relationship. Through it all, she loved her parents and trusted them with her life as she trusted her Lord, Jesus Christ. She was strong willed but maintained a relationship with God whom she knew was at her side at all times even to the end. Michelle leaves behind her legacy as an artistic person through her painting and jewelry making. Her strength came from Him as she faced impending death with such dignity and no fear of the end. She knew it was a new beginning as she entered Heaven's gates, with God to take her hand and reunite her with her father, daughter and grandparents. Rest in God's peace, MIchelle....You will be missed but loved always.Shelly Roland
Springfield, Mo Tuesday, March 1, 2011 I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and keep you strong.Sheila Gaza
corpus christi, tx Monday, February 28, 2011 Thoughts and prayers are with you all .