Oct. 20, 2023
Gerald Duane Mickolichek, 59, of Hutchinson, passed away Friday at his residence. Visitation was 4-7 p.m. Monday at The Chilson Funeral Home in Winsted.
Gerald was born on Aug. 27, 1964 in Glencoe, the son of Thomas and Lorraine (Karels) Mickolichek.
Gerald was employed as a truck driver.
He enjoyed driving semi, farming, hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his children, Jeremy (April) Mickolichek, Chelsey (Josh) Gernentz, Tyler Mickolichek, Blake Mickolichek and significant other Cori, Brooke Mickolichek and McKenzie Mickolichek and significant other Patrick; five grandchildren, Aubrey, Chase, Haeden, Zayla and Addisyn; stepmother, Karen Mickolichek; siblings, Karen Wraspir and special friend Russell Beck, Marilyn (Jeff) Smith, Jim (Carol) Mickolichek, Sue Comstock and significant other Alan, Kris (Jamie) Olson, Tammy (Mark) Kottke, Paula Hanson and significant other Rick; wife, Jetti Mickolichek; mothers of his children, Julie and Jenell; special friends, Chris and Jim Neaton and the Neaton family; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Lorraine Mickolichek; his grandparents.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family.
The Chilson Funeral Home in Winsted is serving the family. Online condolences may be made to www.thepetersonchapel.com
