Heidemarie E. Lewis, age 74 of Indianapolis passed away following a brief illness at Community Heart and Vascular Hospital in Indianapolis. Heide was born May 7, 1949 in Schweinfurt, Germany the daughter of Audolf and Finney Nichles. She was a 1965 graduate of Schweinfurt High School. She met the love of her life, Jon Lewis while he was stationed in Germany during the war. Heide then came to America to be with Jon and they were married on October 21, 1973 in Lapel, Indiana. They spent over 49 years of marriage together. She worked for many years as a waitress. Heide loved to have fun with Jon and her friends going to the casino, playing bingo, attending parties and dancing. She was truly the life of the party and her smile would brighten the whole room. Heide and Jon took many memorable trips to places such as Las Vegas, Reno and the Bahamas. More than anything, Heide enjoyed life and loved all of her friends and family.
Heidemarie is survived by her loving husband of over 49 years, Jon M. Lewis; sister, Erica (husband Momfred) Schneider; and several close friends.
Heidemarie is preceded in death by her parents and 3 brothers, Hoss Nichles, Warner Nichles and Rudy Nichles.
Heide's wishes were to be cremated and have no formal services. Newcomer Cremations, Funerals and Receptions in Indianapolis, Indiana is honored to handle Heide's arrangements.