Judith "Judy" Mickelson, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the Central Todd County Care Center in Clarissa. Judy was 77 years old.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Clarissa, at 11:00 AM. Rosary will be prayed that morning at 9:45 AM followed by a visitation until the start of the funeral mass. The burial will take place at a later date. 

Judy is preceded in death by her parents Harry and Lorraine Kreyer. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Richard Mickelson, children Rebecca (Curt), Charles (Lindsey), John (Michelle), Richard (Meghan), Lorraine (Ethan), seventeen grandchildren Katie, Tanner, Parker, Faye, Evelynn, Augustus, Theodore, Joseph, Elijah, Maxx, Sean, Rhys, Quin, Brianna, Amelia,
Logan, Sidney, one great grandchild, Roman, sisters Virginia (Rick), Kristine (Paul), Marina (Tim), and brother Harry (Thuy Do-phan) and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Judy was a very outgoing person as she could make friends with almost anyone. A bubbly personality with her eye batting charm, very often you would see her smiling wide or laughing, making her someone you wanted to be around and spend time with.

Judy's marriage to Rich was one of mutual and constant love, affection, and devotion. When Judy was not raising her own family of five children, she found it natural to be helping people.
You could find her working with children and snuggling babies at her friends daycare center. She also spent time working with the elderly as a home healthcare provider. She knew no
prejudice, included and loved everyone and encouraged others to do the same. Through life’s lessons, she relied on her faith in God for guidance. She attended Church regularly, sang in the
Church choir, and volunteered as a youth CCD instructor. Judy also had the wonderful gift of musical talent. With an amazing singing voice and ability to play the guitar, she performed at
many weddings, Church services, and other events. It was all about giving to others where she could. 

In her spare time, Judy painted, gardened, and did craft work, creating the most beautiful personalized greeting cards. A large part of her legacy can be seen in her children having gained
this same musical and artistic talent.

We will miss you dearly and try to mirror the example of love and kindness you’ve shown so many.