Alvin Nicholson

FRANKLIN - Alvin Andrew Nicholson, 76, passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2022.

Alvin, or “Pickle” as he was affectionately called, was born in Jackson County to the late Van Nicholson and Bessie Talley Nicholson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Bone Nicholson.

Pickle was a dedicated member of Maidens Chapel United Methodist Church. Alvin was also a member of West Macon Fire and Rescue and The Mighty Methodist Men. He was a friend to many and will be dearly missed.

He is survived by his brother, Richard “Red” Nicholson of Pennsylvania; his cousins that were like brothers, Lonnie Barnes (Sue) and Danny Chastain; caregiver and friend, Georgia Giles of Franklin; special godchild, Jacey Rae Flerzar; and godchildren, Weston and Braxton Mace.

A visitation was held on Sunday, July 10, at Macon Funeral home followed by the funeral service. Rev. Oliver Rice and Rev. Stephanie Thompson officiated. Burial followed at Maidens Chapel Cemetery.

Pallbearers where Jimmy Teem, Steve Carpenter, Jacob Bingham, Kevin Corpening, Chris Hicks, Chad Hand and Johnny Pendergrass.

Honorary pallbearers were the Macon County Fire and Rescue and The Mighty Methodist Men.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to West Macon Fire and Rescue or The Mighty Methodist Men.

Online Condolences can be made at maconfuneralhome.com. Macon Funeral Home will be handling the arrangements.