{"id":300766,"date":"2026-11-02T13:16:54","date_gmt":"2026-11-02T19:16:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/?p=300766"},"modified":"2026-11-09T17:11:46","modified_gmt":"2026-11-09T23:11:46","slug":"donald-walicski-monday-november-2-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/?p=300766","title":{"rendered":"Donald Walicski &#8211; Monday November 2, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/walickskidonald11226.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/walickskidonald11226.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-300767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/walickskidonald11226.jpg 450w, https:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/walickskidonald11226-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/csinewsnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/walickskidonald11226-431x287.jpg 431w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Donald Louis Walicski, 86, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2026, surrounded by his family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Donald was born near Woodworth, North Dakota, to Theodore and Mary (Paluh) Walicski. He attended school near Woodworth before his family moved to Jamestown, where he graduated from Jamestown High School in 1958.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In 1959, Donald married Jaclyn Zaun, and together they welcomed two daughters, Deanna and Jolene. In 1983, he married Arlys Babcock, who preceded him in death in 1995.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Donald dedicated his working life to the plumbing and heating industry. He owned and operated Arneson Plumbing and Heating, a business he proudly continued to run until his passing. His dedication to his trade and his community earned him the familiar nickname \u201cDonald the Plumber.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He was actively involved in his community and served as past president of the Jamestown Elks, Dakota Anglers, and member of the North Dakota State Plumbing Board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Outside of work, Donald enjoyed many hobbies and interests throughout his life. He loved horses, fishing, hunting, and traveling. He also enjoyed watching a good Western or spending time with a Louis L&#8217;Amour book. Whether sharing a story, enjoying a good laugh, or spending time with family and friends, Donald knew how to enjoy life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Donald will be remembered for his dedication to his work, his quick wit, his charm, the many friendships he made along the way, and the love he had for his family. His larger-than-life personality and the memories he created will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Donald is survived by his daughters, Deanna (Michael) Blinsky and Jolene Walicski; grandchildren, Tawnya (Ryan) Fisher and Ryan Blinsky; great-grandchildren, Sydney Fisher, Maci Fisher, and Sage Blinsky; and his brother, Eddy (Shirley) Walicski and his special friend, Arlene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He was preceded in death by his wife, Arlys; his parents, Theodore and Mary Walicski; two brothers, Bernard and Teddy Walicski; and two sisters, Ruth Allen and Helen Billings; and his favorite horse, Mr. Ed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visitation will be 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Eddy Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 10:30 AM, Friday, November 6, 2026 at Eddy Funeral Home with Pastor Susan Haukaas officiating. Interment will be in Highland Home Cemetery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arrangements by Eddy Funeral Home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Donald Louis Walicski, 86, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2026, surrounded by his family. Donald was born near Woodworth, North Dakota, to Theodore and Mary (Paluh) Walicski. He attended school near Woodworth before his family moved to Jamestown, where he graduated from Jamestown High School in 1958. 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