Donald A VanSickle

Donald A. VanSickle age 85 of Cambridge formerly of Rush City, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at his home on January 14, 2022.

Don was born June 28, 1936 to Clair and Marion VanSickle in Henry, SD.  Shortly after his birth, his family moved to Rush City.  He attended grade school and high school in Rush City and graduated in 1954.  After high school, he enlisted in the US Army, serving stateside in Texas for 4 years until honorably discharged.

Don returned to Rush City after being discharged to marry Janice Swanson on February 1, 1958.  They made their home in Cambridge and raised their two sons Ron and Dan.

Don worked for Hobart Federal Engineering as a Supervisor for more than 20 years.  He moved from that career to work at Basic Industries and then later worked at Ideal Industries as a machinist for another 15+ years.

After retirement, he worked part-time, to keep himself busy, as a driver for Medi-Van for five years.

Don and his son Dan purchased a cabin on Little Split Hand Lake in Grand Rapids, they spent many a day hunting and fishing with family and friends.

He also enjoyed family trips to South Dakota and Florida. Most of Don's free time was spent at his cabin by the lake.

Don is survived by his wife of 63 years Janice; son Dan, grandchildren Danielle and Tony and great-granddaughter Ava.

He is also survived by his sister-in-law Verna VanSickle; brother-in-law Rob VanAlstine and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his son Ron, parents Clair and Marion VanSickle, daughter in law Roxanne VanSickle,  brothers Bill and Lloyd and sister Kay VanAlstine.

Memorial service 11 AM Friday Jan 21, 2022 at Cambridge Lutheran Church 621 Old North Main St. Cambridge, MN.  Friends may gather 1 hour prior to service at the church.

Interment at North Isanti Baptist Cemetery at a later date.

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