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BETTE MICKELSON Obituary

Bette L. Mickelson, age 87, of Wheaton. Beloved wife of 65 years to Bob; loving mother of Marla (Gary) Felsten, David Mickelson and Beverly (Greg) Parks; beloved daughter of the late Ann and Guy Shackelford; proud grandmother of Brian (Jacki) Felsten, Lesley (Fiance Matt Plotke) Felsten MD and Rachel Parks; dear sister-in-law of Joanne and Don Colby; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. A special thanks to the staff at Brighton Gardens-Wheaton. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Gary United Methodist Church Building Fund would be appreciated. Family and friends to gather Saturday, May 14, for 4 p.m. memorial service at Gary United Methodist Church, 224 N. Main St. (Corner of Main and Seminary), Wheaton. Arrangements by DuPage Cremations, Ltd. and Memorial Chapel 800-588-1132.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 11, 2011.

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Karen Kimbell

May 5, 2019

miss working with her at the Wesley shoppe and her beautiful soul.

Karen Kimbell

May 14, 2011

I was very saddened to hear that Bette had passed. I will always remember the Wesley Shoppe and cherish that she is now with my grandma watching over us.

May 12, 2011

Dear Bob and Family,
Since 1947 Bette Mickelson has been for me a sign of inspiration and hope. Bob, you and Bette with Tom and me shared a memorable social evening that made us friends for life. (You laugh as you remember.)
May you receive from her now the special gifts of integrity and great spirit that marked her receiving and giving in her entire life faith, hope, love. Peace
Helen Sauer Brown
La Grange, IL

May 11, 2011

We will miss you dearly
Love
Don and Joanne Colby
Patrick and Carolyn Donnelly
Tommy, Becky and Katie

Kristin Walesa

May 11, 2011

My deepest sympathy & prayers go out to the whole Mickelson Family. Bette was a great lady and she always made me feel like one of the family. She will be greatly missed, but you can all take comfort in the many memories you have of your time with her.
Kris Walesa

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