Dr. William Nicholas Abraham passed away on Sept. 28, 2024, at the age of 69. He was born on Dec. 28, 1954, in Clarksdale, to Tommy and Sue (Eakin) Abraham.
After graduating from Clarksdale High School in 1972, “Dr. Nick” attended St. Ben’s Seminary in Covington, La, the University of Southern Mississippi and Indiana University, and he received a master’s of divinity in theology at the Sacred Heart School of Theology. He also obtained a Ph.D. in Counseling from Marquette University, a business administration and management degree from Concordia International University, and a certification in counseling from Louisiana State University.
Nicky was a licensed professional counselor, motivational speaker, recording artist, author, teacher and trailblazer. With more than 30 years experience in treating substance abuse, depression and anxiety, he provided counseling, psychotherapy, guidance and psycho-education to couples, individuals, adolescents and families in the Baton Rouge, La, and surrounding areas.
He also offered group counseling and presentations to the public. He treated a wide range of clients, including those suffering from PTSD, depression, and relational conflicts. He also worked with helping the LGBTQ population work through identity issues, acceptance and family struggles. A former Catholic priest, he was also a regular on cable television in the Baton Rouge area.
Nicky is survived by his brothers John Abraham of Oxford, Jimmy (Patti) Abraham, of Starkville, Tommy (Joann) Abraham, of Sugar Land, Texas, and Joseph Abraham, of Baton Rouge; sisters Susan (Jay) Sandlin of Pensacola, Fla., Cathy (David) Mitchell of Southaven,, and Angela Abraham of New Orleans, La.; 11 nieces and nephews, and six great nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to visitation at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Clarksdale, on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, from 9 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial begins at 11 a.m. Reception will take place in McKenna Hall following the interment at Memorial Garden Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 130 Florence Ave., Clarksdale, MS, 38614 or the Louisiana Mental Health Association, 544 Colonial Drive, Baton Rouge, LA, 70806.
Arrangements have been entrusted to McLin Funeral Home in Walker, La., and Meredith Funeral Home in Clarksdale. Online condolences may be shared at www.mclinfuneralhome.com
