Michael Nigg, 26, was born in Gunnison and attended Western State College. Nature was an important part of his life. He liked skiing and played soccer from age 6 to 18. His favorite retreat was in the mountains. Michael was always available to be a friend; he always had time for others.
After college, he went to California and worked as a waiter, actor and model. In fact, Michael was a good friend of Ron Goldman’s and was killed just as the trial of O.J. Simpson finsihed. On September 8, 1995, Michael stopped at an ATM with his girlfriend, drove to the restaurant parking lot and was shot as he got out of the car.
Three months later, the individual who drove the getaway car admitted his participation. Three persons were arrested but released for lack of evidence. Offers of rewards and a feature on America’s Most Wanted proved fruitless. No one has been charged with this murder.
Michael Nigg is the son of Gayle Hart of Littleton and Joe Nigg of Denver.