Marlene Hazard Neiheisel

Marlene Hazard Neiheisel, Went to be with the Lord March 31, 2023, at the age of 83. She was a devout woman of faith, a wonderful mother, cherished by many friends and was a well-loved member of the community in Indianapolis, IN. She was predeceased by her parents, Hugh Morrison Hazard and Mildred Gordon Hazard of Cincinnati, OH. Marlene is survived by her three children, Scott (Cheryl), Jason and Heather (Rick/Niko) Neiheisel, sister, Joyce Hazard Conley (Wayne); along with her loyal fur companion, Maizie Pearl; and her grand dogs, Goose, Eddie, Fizz and Bently. Marlene graduated from Dixie Heights High School, Ft. Mitchell, KY, in 1957. She retired from General Electric Credit Corporation as an inventory Financing Specialist in 1971. Marlene owned and operated First Steps to Learning for 20 years, for which she received recognition for providing quality services for Indiana’s children and families by the accreditation earned through the auspices of the National Association of Family Child Care. Marlene opened her home and her heart to numerous families and children while providing top notch education in her preschool/daycare. Mom closed her doors to First Steps to Learning and retired in 2004. The impact she had on the families was so great, many of them still love, visited her often and some are celebrating with us today. A breast cancer survivor, Mom was inspired to open and operate The Studio for Redesigning Women. She met the needs of many women who had undergone mastectomies helping them get back on their feet to feel every bit of the woman they are, post-surgery. Always the businesswoman, Mom opened her home doggie daycare called “ Maezie’s Paw Pack” where she loved and cared for small dogs while their owners were away. She loved watching them run and play in the fenced-in backyard and snuggled with them at bedtime. Mom was a member of East 91st Street while Russ Blowers was the pastor and moved to Radiant Christian Life Church in Westfield, IN. She was a proud P.E.O (Philanthropic Education Organization) sister of Chapter AF, Indianapolis. The God-chosen family members from these groups, helped Mom throughout the years to feel loved and strengthen her love for Christ. Mom’s viewing will be Friday, April 7, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel, 9900 Allisonville Road, Fishers. There will be brief sentiments shared by her children at 5:30 p.m. followed by the Gordon Bagpipers in honor of Mom’s proud Scottish history at 5:50 p.m. For those unable to attend the service beginning at 5:30 p.m. will be livestreamed and available by clicking on the following link: https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/4310336913 Immediately following, celebrating Mama Neiheisel in all her glory, libations and appetizers will be had at the Ale Emporium. We hope to see you there.

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Marlene Hazard Neiheisel

June 23, 1939 - March 31, 2023