Donald Jack Wickman

Dear Don,

I wanted to tell you that I will never forget you! You have truly impacted my life full force. I will remember you as the most hilarious, stubborn, and esoteric human I have ever met! I loved being in your presence. You have no idea as to how much you helped me become the teacher I am today!
I will always remember....
horrible humming sounds while working..
running your feet through my hair..
the trail of mess you always left behind..

The words are so reflective and fitting of how Don lived this life, and how he taught others around him to live. He lived it to the fullest and he inspired those he encountered to do the same.

I always knew that any time I was with Don and Mike, there would be a vociferous welcome followed by some event, some words, some story that would inevitably become a story that I would re-tell countless times to the great entertainment of listeners. Don was something that most of us can...

Me and my family had the privildge of joining Don and his family for this past Thanksgiving. That night Don made me cry. Not because of what he was going through but of how proud of a dad and husband he was. I sat there and listened to him praise his son (would touch any son), he treated my sister more like a daughter than an in law and the look on his face when he spoke of his wife, you could literally see the love. Don has truly touched my life. We love you Lynn, Mike, & Amanda. Little Chad...

I am truly blessed to have met and known Mr. Wickman even for just such a short time. Don was a hoot, and a special guy. I loved our talks. I will miss him dearly. Lynn my heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Wendy Collier RN, Providence Hospital 12th floor East.

Don always had a smile on his face. What an awesome man he was. He will live in my heart forever.

I truly was sad when Amanda called. DON was like a dad to me.... My love to all see ya friday. Love to Lynn....and prayers.... god bless all...

Lynn and Family, Our prayers and blessings to you! We will certainly miss "Huggy Bear" and remember him as fun and a very special man! Our love to you, Janelle and Ken Angel