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Donald Mickelson Obituary
May 31, 1929 - October 25, 2025
MADISON - Donald Keith Mickelson, age 96, of Madison, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at home. He was born on May 31, 1929, in Madison.
Don is survived by his wife, Shirley; two daughters, Karen Blodgett and Kathy (Michael) McGlauflin; three grandchildren, Samantha (Chris Serino) Hawa, Haley (Sam Records) McGlauflin and Elinor McGlauflin; and great-grandson, Jake Hawa.
The family deeply appreciates the excellent care provided by Common Heart and Visiting Angels. For more information and online condolences, please visit www.gundersonfh.com.
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Richard Daley
November 2, 2025
Captain Don Mickelson was a great leader and highly respected among the Law Enforcement community. I was my great honor to work under his leadership and know as a friend and colleague. Sincere sympathies to wife Shirley and their family. Rest in Peace, Captain Mick.
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