Herman Eugene Nicholson

Herman Nicholson Obituary

Herman Eugene Nicholson, 65, of Clarkesville, Georgia passed away on Friday April 18th, 2025. Born on December 9th, 1959 in Stephens County; Herman was a lifelong resident of Clarkesville. Herman is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Callie Nicholson. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, LeAnne & Eric Challenger, his son and daughter-in-law, Wyatt and Stephanie Nicholson, and granddaughters Ava and Anastasia. He is also survived by his former wife and caregiver, Lisa Nicholson. Survivors also include two brothers, Henry (Molly) Nicholson, Freddy Nicholson, and two sisters, Joyce (David) Burton, and Retha Nicholson. Also included are many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, and cousins.

Herman worked in construction his entire life, most recently working for the Habersham County Board of Education. He was a member of the Clarkesville First Methodist Church. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, NASCAR, reading westerns, and playing the lottery. His favorite pastime was being “Poppy” to Ava & Anastasia. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a memorial bench fund to be placed in the school system in his honor. You may donate to: Nicholson Family, P.O. Box 1741, Clarkesville, Georgia 30523. A private Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are in the care and professional direction of Hillside Memorial Chapel & Gardens, Clarkesville.