Obituary of James W. Mickelson

James W. Mickelson James W. Mickelson, was born to Raymond & Blanche Mickelson on Nov. 29th, 1945 in Puyallup and passed away Sept. 12, 2008 at the age of 62.Jim was a life-long Puyallup resident and dedicated Boeing employee for 35 yrs until retiring in 2000. In March 1972 Jim found and married his true love Lynda. Jim had a passion for karate earning him a 5th degree black belt an art he practiced for 25 years. Jim is survived by his wife Lynda Mickelson,daughter RoJean (Konrad), sons Chuck (Karen), Arlie (Sherry),12 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren, and his wonderful and caring Mickelson family, including: sister Joyce Wickham (Dick), bothers Sidney (Merle) and Vernon Mickelson. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Ronnie (Naomi), sisters; Verna (Harold), Doris (Clifford), Elaine (Lee), Ruth (John). We love you Jim; you'll forever be in our hearts and minds until we are united again. His "Celebration of Life" service will be held at 1pm Sept.21, Swiss Park, Bonney Lake.