Thompson – Sherman Lee Thompson, age 87, of Hilliard, Florida passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025. He was born on April 9, 1938. Sherman proudly served in the United States Air Force for years and was honorably discharged in 1961. After his time in the service, for many years he worked for the Nassau County Road Department. Sherman then started his retirement and loved every minute of it. He is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Lettie Thompson; loving wife of many years, Mildred Thompson; brothers, Lamar Thompson, Dewitt Thompson, JR Thompson, Robert Thompson; sisters, Lois (Jack) Roberson, Alice (Lemon) Crawford, Jewell Rowe, Millie Sikes.

Sherman is survived by many nephews and nieces. He had three special nieces who were his constant companions and devoted to his every need and well-being, Susan Esposito, Laura Thompson, and Gail Thompson Meeks. Sherman also had a great-great nephew, Cayden DuBose, who he spent many, many hours playing with and they had a very loving and close relationship.

Uncle Sherman, you will be greatly missed by all of us. Until we meet again, We Love You!

The tribute above was prepared by Sherman's loving family.

A Graveside Service for Sherman will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Boones Creek Cemetery in St. George, GA. The family will receive friends on Friday, January 9, 2026, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Nassau Funeral Home. The arrangements are under the care and direction of Nassau Funeral Home, 541720 US-1, Callahan, Florida 32011, 904-879-1770. Visit www.nassaufh.com to sign the family's guest book.