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ROCHELLE NIEMAN Obituary

Rochelle Nieman, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away Dec. 30 in El Paso. She co-founded Abundant Living Faith Center with her husband Charles in 1977. Originally from Raton, N.M., Rochelle came to El Paso in 1968 and attended the University of Texas at El Paso where she met Charles, the love of her life. She also was the founder and superintendent of Faith Christian Academy. Rochelle loved life, meeting people and had a passion for helping others have a better life. It is reflected in the church?s numerous charities including the annual toy giveaways and clothing and food giveaways. Charles, her husband of 42 years, will forever cherish her memory along with their children Shannon Nieman Elias, (Matthew), Jared Nieman (Karla) and grandchildren Caleb Nieman and Emery Rochelle Nieman Elias. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Faith Christian Academy, 8960 Escobar Dr., El Paso TX 79907. The service will be at 7 p.m. Friday at Abundant Living Faith Center, 1000 Valley Crest Dr.

Published by El Paso Times from Dec. 30, 2012 to Jan. 9, 2013.
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Forever in my heart

Yolanda Melgar

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December 24, 2023

You finished well, my sister! Your legacy will be remembered by many. Thank you for your faithfulness!

Michael A Hernandez

January 31, 2023

God Bless you

Thomas Hunter

Other

December 24, 2022

An accomplished woman who can find? Her value is far beyond rubies. Her husband´s heart trusts in her and he lacks nothing valuable. She brings him good and not harm. That is you Rochelle, a woman of valor. I will always remember you, you meant so much to me.

Linda Provencio-Hooper

Family

December 24, 2021

Pastor Rochelle, you were such a wonderful example of strength, integrity, and excellence. The Sanchez Family misses your smile at church! Big Hugs to the Nieman Family.

Christine Sanchez

Friend

December 28, 2020

Rochelle was a very beautiful lady to have as my boss from Faith Christian Academy while I was employed there as Office Manager. She was very supportive and willing to pray whenever I needed it. She encouraged me everyday!. Miss you Missy.

Linda Beasley

Coworker

December 25, 2020

Pastor Rochelle is my mentor and inspiration in ministry. She always taught us about excellence in everything we do, you can see it in every detail of the church building and in her love for God. Her love, caring, compassion and big smile as she walked the halls at our church are vivid everlasting memories in my life. Today as a pastor myself, I honored her teachings and wisdom that she passed down to me.

Ileana San Nicolas

Friend

December 26, 2019

Rochelle, the Hunter family will always remember the inspiration of god in spirituality you shared through ministry and personal life, thank you rest in peace!

Thomas Hunter

Friend

December 24, 2019

I miss you Pastor Rochelle. I miss your touch of elegance and class in every detail of the church. I miss your kind heart and bright smile. Rest In Peace.

Ana Siqueiros

Friend

December 24, 2019

May Rochelle Rest In Peace. Let us all still here on earth Praise and thank the Lord for have allowed Rochelle to be His Vessel of Honor and impacted our lives with the Word,
I'll forever remember Rochelle.

Yolanda Melgar

December 26, 2017

I met the Nieman's while attending Word of Faith Bible School. Both Charles and Rochelle always demonstrated the love, grace, and class of the Kingdom of God. Rochelle, we will always remember and miss you! Enjoy those gold paved streets of glory!

Chris Moore

October 7, 2016

We prayed for Nieman family that they continued the legacy of Rochelle. For such a time as this God is raising up her kids and grandkids to spread the good news. God bless the Nieman's family as they continued in her legacy.

Pastor Ron Kelly

January 4, 2016

Bea Lewis & Familt

December 27, 2015

Wow...did not know this lady...nevertheless...I feel so inspired by hearing the testimonies of these people...she is probably singing in the choir with my mother in heaven....worthy is the lamb....

February 8, 2015

My prayer are there for the family .. Amazing family full of God wisdom , knowledge , & strenghtb.. Legacy what Rochelle left the best gift is faith

Bertha Dryer

February 7, 2015

earth has lost a Woman of God and Heaven has gained a worshipper!

Doug Paul

August 2, 2014

Rochelle,
Although I have been living in Austin for 20 years now, I have awesome memories of attending ALFC when it was a small building and when it was a grand building. My sons attended Agape. I will always remember Pastor Charles prophesying great things for my son, David when we had him dedicated to the Lord. Your strength was amazing.

Hazel Bune

December 27, 2013

I had the privilege of attending Alfc in 2011-2012 before moving away from El Paso .I remember when I first saw Rochelle . I remember saying to myself , " I want to be a daughter of Rochelle instead of Sarah in the bible"! She was breathtakingly beautiful, inside and out ! As i write these words i cry in remberence of her. I always loved El Paso because of Alfc . I thank God for the time i was there and count myself so fortunate to have been part of Alfc's church family . My prayers go out to Pastor Charles and the rest of their family. I will never forget Rochelle as long as i live .

Chrissy Morgan

December 23, 2013

I miss you,I hate the devil.Rochelle I see you in the church every time I attend .I see you in your children and husband.the devil thought he won but he did not.We have a awesome God.i will always remember your smile when you saw me in passing.once I was in a bad place and all I could hear was your voice with scripture I started repeating them and the stranght of Our Lord walked me out of that situation .i miss you dear friend .i know I will see you again some day.June Alba

June Alba

December 4, 2013

It's going to a year and we sill miss you our prayer go out to your family we love you

Naomi Medina

December 3, 2013

Love you

December 2, 2013

I just learned of your loss Pastor from my Pastor Marshall Townsley via tv broadcast. I am so sorry for your loss but I can truely say her legacy and love stil grows today she has truely made an impact in all she came in touch with. Our hearts are with you.

mary chavez

July 7, 2013

I just found out about your lost, I'm so sorry for you lost.. She was a wonderful women... I came to your church for 2 years, then I moved away to be closer to my grandchildren and lost in touch of your church.Your Church teached me several things I didn't know, it made me closer to the Lord... God Bless may Rochelle rest in peace

Pollyanna (Anna) Newton

June 13, 2013

You will alwas be in our hearts <3<

C.E Saldaña @Fam

March 29, 2013

She was a blessing.

Pastor Charles, remember God is on your side.

Prayers are with you.

Vanessa

March 27, 2013

Words cannot begin to express the sadness I felt when I found out of your loss Pastor Charles. I will remember Rochelle and your family always. ALFC and everyone in it brought me closer to the Lord back in those early days. And has continued to remain that cornerstone of my life. May Rochelle rest in peace, and may God continue to bless your family. You and your family are in my prayers. Love, Carol (Fowler/Contreras) Gilbert

Carol Gilbert

March 15, 2013

Marianne Alvarado (LeVeck)

March 13, 2013

may you all have some wonderful memories of this beautiful lady, god bless

kathy vasquez

March 11, 2013

nancy fragoso

March 5, 2013

What a wonderful woman you are. My husband and I were blessed being part of this wonderful church family. You will always be in our hearts. You are truly missed.

Sally Brooks

March 4, 2013

You touched many lives including mine. You'll be missed. Annabel

February 27, 2013

Miss you Rochelle! Sure could use your words of strength and hope right now.

T O

February 23, 2013

i always used to see rochelle in da church wen i was little till now... she will always be missed

selina ontiveros

February 21, 2013

I was so involved with ALFC and had the honor of being there when the new church was opened. Rochelle was such an amazing woman of God and a superlative inspiration to women. I can still hear her voice during prayer after the band and choir finished the songs of worship. My heart is heavy and still cannot believe that we do not see her up on stage during service..my deepest sympathy for a great loss to Pastor Charles and her son and daughter. I celebrate Rochelle's eternal life in God's glory.

Bea Martinez

February 19, 2013

Although I never met Pastor Rochelle, I can remember attending a Wednesday night service where she decided to pray, so as I made my way down the isle, completely terrified I had the opportunity for her to lay her hands on me and what an impact, I can honestly say that her beauty radiated from the inside out. She was a woman of strength and she will always be remembered by those who she touched so dearly. Peace be with you Pastor Rochelle and may her family know that she impacted so many womens lives with her beauty that not only radiated inside but outside. She will forever be someone who made a wonderful impact on me and my new life as a Born Again Christian.

Maria Zuloaga

February 11, 2013

I've cried for rochelles departure, I can only guess how you as her family feel. However the day they told me she was gone the first thing I could think of is what a great welcoming party God is having for such a great women of God!

gloria ronquillo

February 6, 2013

It still feels so unreal but the fact is Pastor Rochelle is now in the presence of the Lord Almighty.. I loved it when she preached the Word. She taught with such strength and made you want to "get it together"! :) She is terribly missed. Much love to Pastor Charles, Miss Shannon, and Jared and their families. My family and I love you and pray for your continued strength. Eddie & Gaby Nunez

Gaby Nunez

February 5, 2013

So we fix our eyes not on what is seen but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal (2 Corinthians 4:18) My Prayers and Sincerest of Sympathy for the loss of such an Amazing Woman. It is because of Rochelle and Charles that I have continued to hunger for God's Word. God Bless this family today and always as they have Blessed us. Blessed to Be a Blessing.

Diana Vela

January 30, 2013

Even though we weren't acquainted, your ministry touched our lives. 20 years ago in the early AM I watched you on TV and was led to pray in the spirit aggressively. A short while latert I found out that my son was in an accident on the freeway involving several vehicles. No one went to the hospital. My son said he'd felt the blood bubbling up inside and then a man appeared at his window and asked if he was alright. The next thing he knew was that he was standing outside of his totaled car. I know God intervened and I give Him praise and your ministry as well. Thank you for your faithful service.

venessa jabale

January 28, 2013

I will always remember Rochelle fondly. Three of my four children and I moved to El Paso, Tx in 2005 and lived 1,200 miles away from home until moving back to Kansas City, MO (home). Thank you for being such an awesome example of a strong yet gentle spirited woman. I went through the Bible study program and learned a lot from this woman of great faith. Thank you, Rochelle. Our thoughts and prayers are with Pastor Charles and Rochelle's two beautiful kids. Michelle, Matthew, Tyler and Alexis Chapman

January 27, 2013

I remember Rochelle teaching the ladies to be Ambassadors for Christ. She was a great teacher and a lovely Ambassador for Christ. I send heartfelt sympathy to her family and to the Abundant Living Faith Center, all who have lost such a treasure.

Joan Adams

January 27, 2013

You will be missed by alot of ppl in your Church! YOu were an awesome lady! I am sure God is HAPPY to see you in HIS home!

January 18, 2013

My heart and prayers are with you and your family, Pastor Nieman. But we know she is with the Lord in a better place.

Lulu Esparza

January 17, 2013

you are going to be miss you are a very good place with our Lord.

Naomi Zavala

January 17, 2013

Prayers for you, Charles, Shannon and Jared. May the Lord comfort and keep you as only He can. Love, Toni

Toni McLeod Gardea Maturo

January 16, 2013

Thank you for being such an amazing inspiration to everyone...You will be greatly missed..Fly high rochelle.

January 15, 2013

you will be missed. we joined the church there, and you guys helped dedicate my daughter. I loved praying the prayer requests with you.

January 14, 2013

Nothing is the same without you. I miss you ?. I know you are with God.

Elda LaBombarbe

January 13, 2013

I remember Rochelle most for her vision, commitment and dedication! She stretched far and reached many, including myself and my family My heart is saddened receiving news of her passing and I thank God for his faithfulness in seeing your family through your loss, and for allowing my family to be blessed by her legacy!

Patricia Gonzalez

January 12, 2013

Our condolences to the family. May you have comfort and peace during this great loss!

Alicia Calanche

January 11, 2013

True Woman of God you will be deeply missed.

The Townsend's Family

January 11, 2013

January 11, 2013

Our hearts are with you. We will always remember the Neiman's for making such a great impact on our lives as christians and as givers (during our short stay in El Paso). Rest in Peace Ms. Rochelle.
Richard and Tayranette Williams
(Children: Tierre, Tarryn, and RiTara)
Clarksville, TN

Tayranette Williams

January 11, 2013

Only met once but was impressed by her love of life.

George del Rio

george del Rio

January 11, 2013

Truly remarkable woman of God.

January 11, 2013

You will be missed. We love you and Charles so much. Your ministry is why my family and I are Christians now. Thank you so much.

Bobby (Logan's) Spencer

January 10, 2013

May your hearts be comforted in your time of loss. She will be missed by many.

Lucilla Sanchez-Schlageter

January 10, 2013

Our condolences to the Nieman Family for their loss. No doubt there is a God and his heavenly place certainly rewarding.

Grace Quijas

January 10, 2013

My deepest condolences to the Nieman family. RIP Ms. Rochelle.

Glenda

January 10, 2013

My condolences go out to the Nieman family. Rochelle will be missed but knowing she is with the Lord will lighten the load. Prayers and love,
Yvette Baquera
Arrey, NM

Yvette Baquera

January 10, 2013

I remember going to the youth group back when Ron and Kerry Webb were the youth pastors. God bless the Niemans

Hope Wilson

January 9, 2013

Rochelle was one of the great human beings of our city and a great inspiration to us all.She was truly a woman of God.She will be missed very much by us all.May God have her in his loving arms.Our deepest condolences to the Neiman family.We love you all!!!

The Barajas Family

January 9, 2013

Nieman family we love you and thank you for making sure Rochelle's legacy lives on for generations to come.
God bless you always.
The Dominguez Family

January 9, 2013

Nothing is the same without you. I miss you ?. I know you are with God.

Elda LaBombarbe

January 9, 2013

Rest in peace love you My pastor

annie ibanez

January 8, 2013

R.I.P ROCHELLE NIEMAN
I LOVE YOU ALOT PASTOR ROCHELLE
FROM IBANEZ FAMILY

SYNTHIA IBANEZ

January 8, 2013

Prayers are with you all. May God bless your family as you continue to share the love of Jesus and continue the legacy of your Mom. You are all wonderful people.
My deepest condolences. -Jessica ( OKC)

January 8, 2013

You taught of great faith and showed us what a true life dedicated to God can be. You are a true woman of God. You will never be forgotten, for your words and faithful ways are with each of us.

Claudia Calanche

January 8, 2013

Your spirit and fingerprints are all over ALFC. You will live long in our hearts and minds. Thank you for your devoted service! Pastor Charles, I am a member at ALFC forever. Yours In Christ, Marie A. Gade-Aranda

January 8, 2013

Charles, I was saddened to hear of the loss of your wife, Rochelle. I remember her well during the completion of your sanctuary building. Our prayers are with you and your family and hope that God will grant you peace and comfort in this very difficult time.

David Taylor, Houston, Texas

David Taylor

January 8, 2013

Praise Jesus for obedient servants who walk in faith, thank you Mrs Nieman for answering the call of God, what an amazing impact you have had on many people. Mr Nieman we love you and we pray for strength, comfort, and security during this time .

Daniel Harris

January 8, 2013

You will be missed but never forgotten. I started going to ALFC about 20 years ago and I feel truly blessed by the difference you have made in my life. Thank you for showing us so much faith in our Lord Jesus Christ and the awesome relationship we could have with him. We love you all and God keep blessing this family in all that they do for El Paso, Texas!

Suzette Herrera

January 7, 2013

Pastor Charles my thoughts and prayers are with you, your children

Naomi Zavala

January 7, 2013

Condolences and prayers of strength and healing going out to the whole Nieman family.
Lisa Morales, ALFC member

January 7, 2013

I was born in EL Paso,attended ALFC for years, till we moved away. when ever we're in EL Paso we always visit the church. I so admire the Nieman family, I am always blessed. My parers are with Pastor Charles and family. Rochell, you will be greatly missed. We love you Rochell but God love you the most. Your work is done you have ran the race , now it 's your time to Behold him face to face .

Pamela (Moreno Valley, California)

January 7, 2013

My deepest sympathies to the Nieman family, Rochelle was an outstanding woman, she encouraged me to push forward during some difficult times in my life and she will be greatly missed...
Sandra E, Rodriguez

January 7, 2013

There a star in the sky now shinning glamorous and beautiful as she can be Gob Bless your family always and we always will remember you

Ofelia Velazquez

January 7, 2013

I am so very sorry for the loss of your wife and motherand send my deepest sympathies to you! God bless you and I pray for the peace that surpasses all understanding for the family and your church family as well!

Marilyn Cox

January 7, 2013

Pastor Rochelle, we love you. I remember your smile and all the wonderful messages you spoke. Believing and speaking; the word is what you lived by and for that I will truly be grateful. God bless you Pastor Charles and your wonderful family.

January 6, 2013

"Pastor Rochelle will be greatly missed. May her loving memory be forever with us. She not only was a strong pillar of strength in the church but her personal strength was a blessing and an example to all of us. Our hearts and prayers go out to the Nieman family. May she rest in peace."
Zsako Family (El Paso Texas)

January 6, 2013

I met Rochelle through a friend of mine , David Reyes. It was 22 years ago. God needed her in his kingdom more than on Earth. Condolences to her children, Charles, and all that she touched. She gave me a new life.
Rae Lynn Gough

January 6, 2013

Dear Charles - I am so very sorry for your loss - you and Rochelle were a true love story on so many levels. Seeing the legacy she has left is proof of her purpose in life. She had a profound impact on my own faith when I knew both of you 69-71. Peace and every good to you,

Sarah Hales

January 6, 2013

Pastor Charles my thoughts and prayers are with you, your children, and the ALFC family. Although far away I still consider ALFC my home. God bless you.

Angie

January 6, 2013

Pastor Charles, Shannon and Jared - may Grace and Shalom be multiplied unto you and your families. I am forever grateful to God for Pastor Rochelle's love for God, her many giftings but most especially for her devotion to her family. Her teachings on raising kids God's way has been the single and most profound message I have ever heard on this subject. Her love for young people and her strong stand on keeping the pure messsge of Jesus' love the same even if the methods of delivery changed with the times, have stayed with me long after our season at FCA and ALFC. Pastor Rochelle joins the other Heroes of Faith for sure and I am thankful for her example as an annointed woman of God. May her children, grandchildren and generations to follow enjoy the fruit of her labor thru Jesus Christ and be greatly blessed, highly favored and deeply loved of God.

Evelyn Langford & sons Tim Pedro and Ben Pedro-Langford

January 6, 2013

I have her...i greeted her, she smiled..you know the smile on earth. If it helps to understand..Why? You ask ;Luke 6:47-49 - Someone who comes to me and hears my words and puts them into practice, I will show you who they are. Rochelle has built a house, who dug down deep and laid the foundation on rock...nothing will shake this well built house. I remind you that even when there is crisis in you, faith is what you hold on to(Mark 4:35-41). Why pain, suffering, "Because I love you and desire to make My strength perfect in your weakness."-- weaken is your strength through tragedy that God might strengthen you for life everlasting. Rochelle is by me and of me.

January 6, 2013

We (Flores family)attended the memorial service and were deeply touched. It was the most beautiful and wonderful service we have ever attended. We will deeply miss her and her smile when you would go in front of the congregation to pray over the prayer requests and everyone else. Heaven has another praise and worship leader. Love the Nieman family.

Dolores Flores

January 6, 2013

It hurts to see a Mighty Warrior go home after such great exploits. My family and I send our condolences to the entire Nieman family, we pray your strengh and peace in the Lord.

Jermaine/Rebekah Powell

January 5, 2013

Charles our prayers are with you and family

Buddy & Sally Griffith

January 5, 2013

Pastor Rochelle touched my life and my family's during our hardest moments. Beautiful, Amazing Woman of God. Our prayers for Pastor Charles and family.

Yolanda Melgar

January 5, 2013

May u rest in peace beautiful lady, all though u went to stay with the lord we still miss u.

Rose Aguirre

January 5, 2013

My prayers to the Nieman Family. Rochelle will be deeply missed she has become such an Icon to me and my family. Her legacy she's left behind will be in our hearts forever she's made such an impact in my life. I became strong in The Lord because of her. Her love for our Lord gave me strength as a single Mom that I could do All things through Christ our Lord. I thank her for that . God Bless you and the family keep up the Wonderful job you do.

Esther Robledo

January 5, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to u all pastor...we love all of u ...She up in heaven now with our lord..where the streets are made of gold..no more pain or suffering...As for me and my family we will stand by your side pastor...

miguel Arreola

January 5, 2013

To Pastor Charles Nieman, Jared, Shannon, family and friends.

My sympathy to you all. I wanted to share that Pastor Rochelle Nieman has touched alot of lives. She was a wonderful Woman of God and loved many people. She has blessed my life and will always treasure her and miss her much.

My Prayers are with you and family. Blessings to you and family!

Brenda Mead-Imoh
Portland, Oregon

Brenda Mead-Imoh

January 5, 2013

Rochelle,Theres not enough Thank You in ones Life time....Thank You..
I can finaly say" I know someone in Heaven!"

Samuel Martinez

January 5, 2013

Such a beautiful soul. Its true, you are one of the few people that just made me feel comfortable. When you first met my son, you immediately treated him as if he were your own. Thank you for leaving the legacy that you lived. We thank God everyday for sharing you with all of us. God bless the Nieman family and may they be covered in God's precious peace.

Sondra Howard

January 5, 2013

Our deepest condolences and prayers to Pastor Charles Nieman and his family. God bless....Pastor Ernesto Rodarte and family

January 5, 2013

We are really, really going to miss our best customer!

Hoy Fox Mercedes Benz .

January 5, 2013

May you RIP Ms Rochelle always adored your beautifulmsmile each and everytime we would meet. I will hang on to a word if advise about 5yrs ago. You told me to stand still and watch God do the work. I have stood on this since the last time you and I spoke and I will continue. Love you and will truly miss you.

Barbara Nickles Farmer

January 5, 2013

It was a beauitful Service and I am so glad I was one of many that was able to get in. My prayers are with the family and may her name live on forever.

Crystal Sparrow

January 5, 2013

Thank You God for your promise..."All who believe shall have everlasting life"...

January 5, 2013

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