Michael was preceded in death by his father, Ernest Nicholson and brother, Robert “Bobby” Merrell. Those left to mourn his loss and cherish his memory are his mother, Johnette Collins Nicholson of Vancleave, MS and two brothers, Mark Nicholson of Marietta, GA and John Merrell of Charleston, SC.
A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date in Mississippi.
Arrangements under the direction of Hixson Funeral Home, DeRidder, LA.