Shane Alan Nickerson

Shane Alan Nickerson, 53, of Milford, Indiana, passed away May 1, 2025 at the Waters of Syracuse. Born October 8, 1971 in Mishawaka, Indiana, Shane was the son Albert L. Nickerson and Cathy (Bollman) Moody.

Shane had one son, Jacob Nickerson and a stepson, Andrew Ketcham. Shane was passionate about making baits, fishing, hunting and especially coon hunting. He enjoyed going to auctions, cooking, slot car racing, watching movies, listening to old school rock music and cars and trucks but there was no greater joy for him than spending time with his grandchildren. He was a wonderful grandfather, and his grandchildren will always cherish the memories he made with them. Shane was known for being a great mechanic, his sense of humor and how he made everyone laugh. He had a huge heart and cared very much for his family and those around him. Shane was a big man with a soul to go right along with his stature. He touched so many lives and made positive impacts everywhere he went. He was truly a good man and will forever take up residence in the hearts of all of us. We love you, Shane, and we look forward to the day when we can be reunited once again in our Lord’s house.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

Jeremiah 29:11

Shane’s memory will forever be remembered by his loved ones. He is survived by his mother and step father, Cathy and Tom Moody, Milford; Son, Jacob (Amanda) Nickerson, Warsaw; Grandchildren, Dillon and Maggie Nickerson, Warsaw; Sisters, Amy (Matt) McFarland, Warsaw and Tina Nickerson, Nappanee; Stepbrother, Rob (Tammie) Yarger, Wheatfield and stepsister Tracy Schultz, Valparaiso; Aunt Carol (Eric) Botset, Nappanee; Uncle Brad Bollman, Bristol; and lots of nieces and nephews. Shane was preceded in death by his Stepson, Andrew Ketcham; Grandparents, Francis (Fritz) and Delores Bollman; Uncle Steve Bollman; and Brother Jody (Joe) Nickerson.

Services will be at Mishler Funeral Home on May 9, 2025. Visitation will be at 10:00am – 2:00pm. Funeral services will start at 2:00pm. Burial will take place following the service at Union Center Cemetery. For those who would like to honor the memory of Shane Nickerson, contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.