Shirley Ariens (Ponsler) Nicely, 71, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday March 29, 2017.
She was born March 22, 1946 to Charles and Thada Ariens of Rushville, Indiana. She is survived by: Her Aunt, Alice Niedenthal; her brother Howard (Jane) Ariens, her daughter Dawne Ponsler (James) Meyers, her nephews Stephen (Alicia) Ariens, Kevin (Anna) Ariens, David (Sarah) Ariens, her niece Heather Ariens (Scott) Miller and 3 great nephews.
She grew up in Rushville, IN and graduated class of 1964 from Rushville Consolidated High School. She started her career at Litho Press Inc (Indianapolis) and found her true calling when she went to work at Starlight Musicals formally located on the Butler University Campus. This lead to a position with Robert Young and Associates (New York/Indianapolis) and she spent the rest of her career as a theatrical company manager including extensive travel with Off-Broadway productions such as; “Dial “M” for Murder”, “Evita”, “Mastermind”, and “The Odd Couple”. Shirley had a great appreciation for the fine arts and a passion for gracious living. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
A Celebration of her life will be held on Wednesday April 5, 2017 from 5 – 7pm at Indiana Funeral Care, Harry W. Moore Chapel, 8151 Allisonville Rd. Indianapolis, IN 46250.
Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to: the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women (www.goredforwomen.org) or FACE Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic (www.faceanimalclinic.org).
Scott & Gina says
Shirley was a wonderful soul and she will be missed.
Dawne Meyers says
I love you Mom and I am sure going to miss you! Rossi and I are going to be joining you on the beach soon for that cocktail! We promise to send you off right! You were a lovely woman I am so grateful for the strength and unconditional love that you gave me. Rest well my friend. It will always be You and Me Against the World. All my Love.
Jennifer & Augustus Komarek says
Our sincere condolences on the loss of Shirley. She was a great lady who I remember for her sense of humor. My favorite was her necklace which was so beautiful in its odd shape, until she lifted it up to show what it said!! Our hearts are with you at this time. “Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.” Author Unknown
Becky Phillips says
You was a great Lady that I always looked up to. We shared love of our girls, ( born on the same day and year) the love of friendship and of music. So many miles, so many smiles. You were such a graceful lady, you will be missed. You are in the arms of the Angels now.