Martin Nicholas III

Mr. Martin Nicholas III passed away peacefully at his home on May 22, 2026, with his loved ones by his side. He was born on March 17, 1973, in Dallas, Texas to Martin, Jr and Sherry Harrison Nicholas. Martin spent his childhood in Mesquite and Kaufman, TX. He graduated from Kaufman High School, where he participated in football, baseball, and basketball. Martin especially enjoyed baseball and umpired youth baseball for the Lions Club leagues in Kaufman for several years into his adult life. He worked at the local Brookshire’s grocery store during high school and after graduation while attending college classes to earn an Auto Body Collision Technology degree from Eastfield College. With an appreciation for cars and immense knowledge, Martin enjoyed a career as an Auto Body Technician, working mostly at large dealerships, where he established close friendships with coworkers and associates. After more than a decade in the shop, Martin transitioned to a teaching career, taking a position at Tyler ISD in their CTE program. There, he developed a love for teaching. He transferred to Eastfield College the next school year, where he continued to work for the rest of his career. Teaching was a passion for Martin and made it his mission to develop character and work ethics in his students as he presented course material. Martin felt that treating everyone with kindness, professionalism, and respect was important for each student to experience and learn during their time in his class. He strived to let each student know he saw their potential, even if they didn’t. Martin was also an endearing father and grandfather. His devotion for each of his children shined whenever he was with them. To many, he was “Martin” but to his treasures, he was “Pops”. A man of great measure, Martin will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Martin is survived by his wife, Angel Nicholas; parents, Martin “Cookie” Nicholas Jr. and Sherry Nicholas; sister, Holly Burnside; son, Dakota Nicholas and wife Elizabeth, and their child Alexander; daughter, Daisy Johnson and husband Jimmy, and their children Jagger and Josie; and son, Tyler Nicholas. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Terrell Christian Country Church, 22130 FM 429, Terrell, TX 75161, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2026.

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Martin Nicholas III

March 17, 1973 - May 22, 2026