Tina Marie Nell, 68, of Zionsville, passed away January 4, 2026. She was born July 24, 1957 in Indianapolis to Joseph Paul and Juanita Louise Billerman.
Tina graduated from John Marshall High School and continued her education at Indiana University. After college, Tina dedicated her life to service of others as a social worker for 40 years. After retirement, she continued to work for Zionsville schools as a special education instructional assistant.
On June 25, 2016, Tina married the love of her life, Michael Nell, and they shared 8 wonderful years together.
Tina was a beloved mother, “Nina”, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a dog lover and enjoyed traveling, attending Indianapolis Colts games, and spending time with family and friends, especially her grandbabies. Tina had a strong faith and was a member of St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic Church.
Tina is survived by her daughter Morgan (Ryan) Miller; sisters Debbie (David) Duncan, Diane Werking (Dennis Little), brother Tony (Peggy) Billerman; stepchildren Broc (Lacey) Nell, Kayla (Derrick) Hall, Kristin (Jared) Hamby; 8 grandchildren Asher, Quinn, Chloe, Riley, Cameron, Tristen, Lillian, Abigail; and several nieces and nephews.
Tina was preceded in death by her husband Michael Nell; father Joseph Billerman; mother Juanita Billerman; and brother Donald Billerman.
Visitation is Thursday, January 8 from 4-8pm at Flanner Buchanan - Washington Park East, with a funeral mass beginning at 10am at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church on January 9.
Donations in memory of Tina can be made to the American Cancer Society or your local Humane Society.
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