Jack H. Nissen

Jack Howard Nissen, 82, of Placerville, CA, passed away unexpectedly January 6, 2026.

Jack was born October 7, 1943 to Jack and Ann Nissen in Sacramento, CA. After graduating from Sacramento High School in 1961, Jack went on to earn a degree in psychology at San Francisco state. Jack went on to study law at McGeorge school of law in Sacramento, CA graduating in 1976. In 1978 first practice as an attorney was with Hefner, Stark & Marois after which he went into private practice in 1978.

Jack was very involved in community service and served as chairman for 10 years at the county bar and fee arbitration committee. For many years he was a leader for the local chapter of the Sacramento SPCA.

In 2008, Jack retired and spent his time focusing on several hobbies, namely photography and woodworking. His work was on display at several local galleries.

Jack was preceded by his father Jack, mother Ann and several cousins. He is survived by his sister Patricia Miller, brother-in-law Jerry Miller, nephew Todd Miller, and former wife, Debra Nissen.

A Memorial Service will be held at Green Valley Mortuary, Friday, February 27, 2026 at 1pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Sacramento SPCA and Fat Kitty City.