CLUTIER-Joel Lee Nieman, age 28, of Cedar Rapids and formerly of Clutier, was found March 20, 2007 in his home in Cedar Rapids. Private Family Graveside Services will be held. Public Visitation will be held Friday, March 23, 2007 from 5-7 PM at Kruse-Phillips Clutier Chapel.
Joel Lee Nieman was born on July 31, 1978, in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of Jerry and Marian (Corporan) Nieman.
He graduated from North Tama School in 1997. Joel was employed by Iowa Glass Center in Cedar Rapids and formerly worked as a roofer at Palace Roofing in Clutier. He enjoyed camping and fishing.
Preceding him in death were his maternal grandparents and paternal grandfather.
Survivors include his parents, Jerry and Marian Nieman of Clutier; one sister, Marie (Scott) Gladson of Dysart; two nieces, Morgan and Monica; one nephew, Scott Jr.; his grandmother, Bernice Nieman of Toledo; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
A memorial fund has been established.