David Ronald Mickelson

David Ronald Mickelson

December 23, 1940 - August 17, 2022

Obituary

SUN PRAIRIE - David Ronald Mickelson, age 81, of Sun Prairie, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022. He was born on Dec. 23, 1940, in Plain, Wis., the son of Harold and Mabel (Taylor) Mickelson.

 

David married Mary Jenkins in Madison, WI. He worked as an arborist for the City of Madison until retirement.  

 

David enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, camping and taking family vacations. He loved to dance and play cards - Euchre and Cribbage were his favorite. He also liked taking care of his plants. Most of all he loved and cherished the time spent with his family.

 

David is survived by his four sons, David (Karen) Mickelson, James (Dolly) Mickelson, Mark Mickelson, and Jeff (Kim) Mickelson; eight grandchildren, Christopher, Zachery, Daniel, Joel, Joshua, Olivia, Tanner, and Seth; and three siblings, Jerry, Marilyn, and Alice. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ellen Mickelson; parents, Harold and Mabel; and siblings, Harold, Helen, and Betty.

 

A memorial service will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022, with Pastor Seth Hecox presiding. A private family burial will be held at Vienna Union Cemetery at a later date. A visitation will be held at the funeral home from 1 p.m. until the time of the service on Tuesday. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

 

Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420

 

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Visitation
Tue Aug 23, 2022 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM CDT
Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Visitation
Tue Aug 23, 2022 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM CDT
Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Memorial Service
Tue Aug 23, 2022 @ 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Memorial Service
Tue Aug 23, 2022 @ 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Kathy
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I am so sad to hear of David’s passing. As a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church he was always helping others, a smile on his face, and taking great care of the many plants. I will miss his smiling face when I get back to the area.
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Kristine Wellner
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Best regards to the Mickelson family. David did his best to raise 4 boys and was rewarded with 4 fine men who now have families of their own. Deepest sympathy to the whole family. -- Paul and Kris Weller
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Jackie Hugo
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RIP uncle David. I remember all the family gatherings and fun we had growing up. You were so good to my Mom. Thank you for always being a great uncle and brother.

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