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Richard Mickle Obituary
Dr. Richard A. ("Rick") Mickle died Friday, December 2, 2011, following a tragic motor vehicle accident. Rick was the second of four children born to William W. and Mary Alice Mickle, of Shenandoah, Iowa. Following high school, Rick attended the University of Arizona in Tucson and Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln, Nebraska, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Economics in 1977. He then attended Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy in 1982. He then attended Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Missouri, and received his Doctor of Osteopathy degree in 1986. Following an internship at the Oklahoma Osteopathic Hospital and residency at the Osteopathic Medical Center of Philadelphia, Rick settled in Phoenix and opened Adobe E.N.T. and Allergy offices in Mesa and Casa Grande. He served as an adjunct clinical professor at the Midwestern College of Osteopathic Medicine and Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, and on the Board of Directors of Mesa General Hospital. He also served on the Credentials Committee of Health Choice of Arizona and as Chair of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee at Arizona Regional Hospital. Rick is survived by sons, James R. and Thomas R., and former wife Kathleen of Phoenix; Siblings William W. ("Mick") Mickle II and wife Janice, Michele Mickle Ernst and husband Rick of Lincoln, Nebraska, Matthew S. Mickle and wife Kim of Pearland, Texas, three nieces, five nephews, two great-nieces, two great-nephews, and many loving aunts, uncles, friends and associates. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Mount Carmel, 2121 South Rural Road, Tempe, Arizona, Thursday, December 8 at 11:00 a.m. A Rosary will be held at the Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 East Indian School Road, Phoenix, Arizona, Wednesday, December 7, at 7:00 p.m. Visitation begins at 4pm, with family greeting guests beginning at 6pm. Condolences may be offered at www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Catholic Education Arizona,
2025 North 3rd Street, Suite 165, Phoenix, Arizona 85004; Arizona Humane Society, 1521 West Dobbins Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85041 or Creighton University College of Pharmacy Scholarship Fund, 2500 California Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska 68178.
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for Richard Mickle
tom monroe
December 1, 2023
I miss our interactions. discussions and his love of the yankees and mine of the mets. He still is missed by this met fan.
Peter and (cousin) Jamie
November 30, 2022
+JMJ+
Thinking and praying for you Rick on this last day of the month of All Souls.
Requiescet in pace.
Pax in Christo per Mariam
Margaret (Annie)
November 30, 2021
I remember working with Dr Mickle. He was a very caring Doctor to his patients and care team. I remember him most as a very genuine, dear man and a wonderful friend. I did some artwork in his office for pediatric patients. He died soon after. I still think of him on occasion when I do my artwork. Although it´s sad, I focus on the great attributes of this man and it makes me smile to have known him while he was still with us.
Carol Rogala, D.O. FACEP
November 30, 2020
Wishing your family comfort as we enter the Holiday Season.
Carol Rogala
November 30, 2019
I still think about you from time to time. I'm glad I got to know you.
Renee Cooper
December 21, 2011
I still think of you every day and miss you giving me a hard time. Im glad your in a better place...
Margaret (Annie) Sherrick
December 20, 2011
Was thinking today of all of the constant reminders of Rick around me and how much I miss him. To Rick's family, I know you're still hurting too.
December 13, 2011
Our sympathy to all of Rick's family. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill & Jan Ludwig, Shenandoah, IA
Tom Monroe
December 10, 2011
He will be greatly missed by those of us that knew him. Although our lives only touched briefly, my life is better thanks to him. I wish the best to his family and I will watch the Yankees with a whole new veiw.
December 10, 2011
Prayers are with the family.
Joe Hayes
December 8, 2011
My sympathies to all of Rick's family and friends. I'll miss you buddy.
Paula Pilcher
December 8, 2011
As a former employee of Dr Mickle's, I was saddened to hear of his death. He was a very caring individual and will be greatly missed. My thoughts go out to the famaily.
Blaine McLaughlin
December 8, 2011
So sorry to hear about this loss. We had such a nice time recently in Nebraska with him and his brother. God bless all of the Mickle family during this tough time.
John A Greenleaf
December 8, 2011
My condoences to you all. I can't imagine the heart break that you're feeling. Know in your heart that Rick is in a better place. His faith has carried him to the heavens to be with Bill and Mary Alice. God's Blessings to you all.
Carol Rogala, D.O., FACEP
December 7, 2011
Miss you, Rick. Although you had many trials in you professional life, you were a source of strength for all of us. I know you are at peace now and watching over all of us.
Dave Milton
December 7, 2011
Goodbye friend. Rest in peace.
S Bruce Badaglialacqua D.O.
December 7, 2011
December 07, 2011
My deepest condolences goes out to the Mickle Family. I knew Dr Mickle professionally.
PHILOMENE BENNETT
December 7, 2011
YOUR COUSINS BRENDY,BART,BEN,KATHERINE AND AUNT PHILOMENE AND LOU ARE PRAYFULLY WITH YOU .
LOU AND PHILOMENE WILL BE WITH YOU IN LINCOLN FRIDAY TO GIVE YOU HUGS FROM ALL OF US
Madonna Dearie
December 7, 2011
From all the Staff at Cottonwood Medical Center in Casa Grande, Arizona, our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this most difficult time. Dr. Mickle provided a wonderful service to our community. He will be truly missed.
Janet Zackert-Gingery
December 7, 2011
Thinking of you all...God Bless.
Sue Winkler
December 7, 2011
December 07, 2011
My deepest condolences to the Mickle Family. I have known Dr Mickle both professionally and socially. He was a great guy and fun to hang out with him. May he rest in peace.
Joy DeVito
December 7, 2011
My thoughts and sympathy go out to the Mickle family. He will be missed!
Rita Evans and family
December 7, 2011
Aunt Rita and all of your cousins; Allen, Carol, Tom, Jamie, Julie, Pam, and Robin, are shocked and prayerfully mourning the loss of such a warm, insightful, and fun-loving person. The happy memories of our youth and those from our family reunious will be most cherished. Pray for all of us Rick!
Bill Rouse
December 7, 2011
We'll miss you, Dr. Rick...
Barbara Cunningham
December 7, 2011
The Shenandoah families that know Rick are saddened by the news. He will be remembered here. Our prayers are with the family.
Tim Roberts
December 7, 2011
Very saddened to hear the news, my sympathies, Dr. Mickle was always a pleasure to share some conversation.
BOBBI BROADWATER
December 7, 2011
DR. MICKEL WAS AN EXTREMLY NICE PERSON WHOM WILL SURELY BE MISSED. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY.
Tom Creighton
December 7, 2011
I was stunned to hear of the tragic death of Rick. My deepest sympathies to you, Mick, and your entire family. I knew Rick as a young man. Rick always had more energy than us all, a smile and laugh for every situation, and the light in the room when he entered. I am not surprised that he went on to such an impressive career helping others. To his family, please know that there are those many of you have never met who mourn the loss of your brother, father, uncle, and friend.
Jodi Bailey
December 7, 2011
Dr. Mickle was an inspiration to my life. He taught me so many things and helped me overcome fears I never thought possible. He is greatly respected and loved by my family and will be missed always.
December 7, 2011
My prayers are with your entire family. A fellow SHS and NWU alum-Karla Wolford
Amy Condra-Stroth
December 6, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Dr. Mickle's family. He was such a kind person who always made those around him smile. I truly enjoyed working with him.
Margaret Sherrick
December 6, 2011
Rick has always been a ray of sunshine in the lives that he touched...among his friends,patients and to those that worked with him. He was a true, kind, humble man with a gift to make those around him laugh. He brightened many a day. I am so lucky to have known him as my friend. He is sorely missed.
Trish Monsegur
December 6, 2011
Over the past few years, I had the opportunity to work with Dr. Mickle. He was a very nice person and he always had kind words for those around him. As a physician/surgeon, he was good to his patients, worked hard and made the atmosphere in OR very positive.
I also know that he was a man of deep faith, as he attended mass at my church during the week, as well as on the weekend.
There is no doubt that Dr. Mickle had great love for his sons. My thoughts and prayers will be with them during this difficult time.
Frank and Meredith Metzger
December 6, 2011
We feel a great loss with this tragedy. Rick was a good friend and compassionate fellow physician who will be greatly missed.
Debbie Hatton
December 6, 2011
Thoughts and prayers go out to Dr. Mickle's family, especially his two son's.
Lori Cheverez
December 6, 2011
He will be missed by his patients and all of the staff at Warner Park Surgery Center in Chandler, AZ
He always made the staff smile.
Jenna DiGiuseppi
December 6, 2011
I use to work with Dr. Mickle. What a fun loving, endearing man.
Michele Nishida
December 6, 2011
I use to work with Dr. Mickles in the late 90's....he was a great person and will be greatly missed. God Bless!
Bernadette Avalos
December 6, 2011
My Thoughts and Prayers go out to his family. Dr.Mickle was a Great doctor. He will be missed
MaryAnn & Don Jacobwith
December 6, 2011
Dr. Mickle treated us for the past 2 or 3 years in Casa Grande. We shall miss him. We appreciated his knowledge and his direct approach to treating our needs.
Our sincere sympathy and prayers to his family.
Blair McLaughlin
December 6, 2011
He was a very dear friend that will be missed always.
Stephanie Kopel
December 6, 2011
Dr. Mickle was a fun loving, compassionate, and great man. He will be missed.
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