Nicholas “Nick” Ian Amerman Obituary: 33-Year-Old Olney, Illinois, Resident Remembered for Family, Friendship and Cycling

Nicholas “Nick” Ian Amerman, 33, of Olney, Illinois, is remembered for his devotion to his wife and children, his payroll career, community service and passion for cycling.

Nicholas “Nick” Ian Amerman’s Life and Legacy

Nicholas “Nick” Ian Amerman, 33, of Olney, Illinois, is being remembered for the love he shared with his family, the friendships he built and the enthusiasm he brought to cycling and community life. According to the obituary information provided, Nick died unexpectedly on October 31, 2026, in Mattoon. His passing has left his loved ones and wider community grieving.

Born in Olney on December 16, 1992, to Greg and Barbara Amerman, Nick grew up to build a family of his own. He married Elizabeth Kuenstler on October 29, 2016, after the two first met as children at Grace Preschool. They raised their children, Allie and Austin, who were described as the center of his world.

Education and Career in Payroll and Accounting

Nick graduated from West Richland High School in 2011 before continuing his education at Olney Central College, where he earned certificates in industrial maintenance and welding, followed by a business degree. He later graduated from Southern Illinois University Carbondale in 2016 with an accounting degree.

His professional career included work at Champion Laboratories and, beginning in 2021, Heartland Dental, where he served as payroll manager. The supplied obituary says he recently earned the Certified Payroll Professional accreditation. He also served his community as an elected Claremont Township Trustee.

Remembering Nick’s Love of Cycling and Family

Away from work, Nick enjoyed road and gravel cycling and participated in several cycling groups. He helped organize the first annual White Squirrel Roubaix. He also enjoyed karaoke, spending time with colleagues and playing Super Mario Brothers at home. His distinctive Luigi mustache was a special source of amusement for his children.

Nick is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; children, Allie and Austin; parents, Greg and Barbara; brother, Kyle; and extended family and friends. His grandparents preceded him in death, according to the supplied obituary.

His life is also remembered through the everyday moments he shared with those closest to him. His family, friends and colleagues will carry forward the memories of his commitment, humor and love.

Funeral and Memorial Arrangements

The published funeral listing names Kistler-Patterson Funeral Homes as the funeral provider. It gives the following arrangements:

• Thursday, November 5, 2026: Visitation from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home, 205 East Elm Street, Olney.

• Friday, November 6, 2026: Visitation from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 220 South Elliott Street, Olney.

• Friday, November 6, 2026: Mass of Christian Burial from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church.

May his wife, children, parents, brother and all who loved him find comfort in their memories and in the support of those around them.