Bonnie Jean Mickelson
Wednesday, January 12, 1938
Date of Death:
Sunday, June 30, 2019
Age:
81 years old
Visitation
Date: Sunday July 07, 2019
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Zumbro Lutheran Church [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Monday July 08, 2019
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Zumbro Lutheran Church [ view map ]
Funeral Service
Date: Monday July 08, 2019
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: Zumbro Lutheran Church [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Grand Meadow Cemetery
Wednesday, January 12, 1938
Date of Death:
Sunday, June 30, 2019
Age:
81 years old
Wednesday, January 12, 1938
Date of Death:
Sunday, June 30, 2019
Age:
81 years old
Bonnie Jean Mickelson
Bonnie Jean Mickelson, 81, passed away Sunday, June 30 at Madonna Towers in Rochester, MN.
Bonnie was born January 12, 1938 in Grand Meadow, MN to Harvey & Helen (Palmer) Durhman. She graduated from Grand Meadow High School in 1956. On September 15, 1957 she married Clinton T. (Kink) Mickelson at the Grand Meadow Lutheran Church. Her Husband preceded her in death on April 15, 1994.
She was employed by Olmsted County for 31 years working in Community Services for 18 years and 13 years in the Department of Human Resources. She retired on May 31, 2000.
Bonnie is survived by three sons, Jeffrey P. (Dawn), Thomas A. (Lori), and Troy P. (Pam) Mickelson all of Rochester; grandchildren, Joshua Davis (Andrea Wittlief), Chelsea Mickelson (Christopher Fischer), Brooke (Benn) Grenz, Taylor (Rachel) Mickelson, Francesca Mickelson, and T. Palmer Mickelson; great-grandchildren, Easton Davis, and Bristol Grenz. She is also survived by her brother, Darwyn (Annette) Durhman of Rochester; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Bonnie was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and sister, Naomi Goodsell.
Our family would like to thank the staff at Madonna Meadows, Madonna Towers, and Mayo Hospice for the loving care they gave our mother and grandmother.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 7, 2019 at Zumbro Lutheran Church. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, July 8, 2019 at Zumbro Lutheran Church with Rev. Jason Bryan-Wegner officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service Monday. Burial will be in Grand Meadow Cemetery.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.
Condolences
The family of Bonnie Jean Mickelson has received the following condolences.
My sympathy to all of Bonnie's family. I am a friend to the Samp family and spent time with Bonnie over the years. What a lovely lady; so full of life and so much fun. She was a joy to know. Sincerely, Jan Johnson
We are so sorry to hear about your Mother's passing. You have our heartfelt sympathy.
Troy, We are sorry to read about your Mom’s passing. We remember when you were at our condo a few weeks ago you were very concerned about her health. May she be enjoying her eternal reward in heaven and suffering no longer. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Ken and Sandy Wagner
Troy and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss. Your Mom was a fine mother and person.
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Your mother passionately served people in the community throughout her career. We are grateful to be of service to your mom and your family here at Madonna Towers/Madonna Living Community. Thank you for sharing your mom with us.
Oh My, What a joy Bonnie was!! Her and I worked together and had some great times. I am sure she will be missed by all those who knew her. Peace be with your family in the time of your loss. Flossie Lund
It was so nice getting to know Bonnie at Madonna. She was a good friend to my mother and she will be missed. We always had fun chatting at dinner and playing Scrabble. I enjoyed hearing her talk about her life, career, children and grand children. God bless.
Maggie McWilliams
I have had the pleasure of seeing Bonnie every week over the last several months when I visited my mom at Madonna. I really enjoyed knowing her and will miss our visits. Blessings to Bonnie and all her family.