Mitchell "Mitch" John Dickinson

Mitchell “Mitch” Dickinson passed away at his home surrounded by family on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at the age of 64, after an eight year battle with cancer.

Mitch was born on March 17, 1959 in Wausau, the son of Gerald and Beverly (Whippler) Dickinson.  He was a member of the class of 1978 at Wausau East High School, later getting his GED.  After school, he enlisted in the US Marine Corp Reserves.  He started working in the foundry at Marathon Electric Corp (Regal Beloit), then moving into the large testing lab and retiring after 45 years with the company.  He enjoyed staying up north and fishing with his best friend since grade school, Mike Denzine and his family.  He was also an avid reader and loved listening to music from his vinyl record collection and following the Green Bay Packers.

Mitch is survived by his mother, Beverly; three brothers, Craig (Beth), Les (Pam) and Paul (Vicki); one sister, Jerri Hagenbucher; nieces and nephews, Amanda, Jacob, Gene and Alicia; along with other extended family and friends.  He was preceded in death by his father, Gerald.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 29, 2023 at Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, 1302 Sixth Street, Wausau.  Visitation will be on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com