Donald G. Mogenson, 92, of Kiel died Wednesday evening February 19, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Appleton. He was born on June 21, 1932, son of the late Vance and Grace (Pingel) Mogenson. Don grew up in the Tigerton area and was a graduate of Tigerton High School. On March 10, 1951 he was united in marriage to Betty Maus.

Don relocated to the Kiel area to begin his career with Hart-Carter Company and Lauson Engines, later known as Tecumseh Products. He was a longtime dedicated employee of the company. He worked in almost all areas of manufacturing and later as a supervisor until his retirement. At the time of his retirement he was in charge of the warehouse and distribution area.

In his free time he was an avid collector of vintage cars and motorcycles. He was well known for his knowledge of the vehicles and was a longtime vendor of parts at Iola. In his retirement years he also kept himself active by driving tow truck for Vogel Chevrolet and plowing snow for the Town of Schleswig. He also drove transport for the Kiel School District and the Kiel Senior Citizens. Don was a charter member of the board of education for what is now the Kiel E-School. He was past president and was currently a board member. Don was a dedicated blood donor, having given over 150 units. Above all else, his greatest love was for his family. He enjoyed all the time he could spend with them, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife of nearly 74 years; Betty, his children; Sandy (Larry) Henschel, Gary (Sonya) Mogenson, Jeff (Nancy) Mogenson, grandchildren; Ryan Henschel (Ashley), Matthew Henschel, Dr. Michelle (Matthew Bruns) Mogenson, Sarah Mogenson, Juliette Mogenson, Joshua (Cassandra) Mogenson, Ian (Melanie) Mogenson, great grandchildren; Max. Mykayla, Mason, Charlotte, Barrett, August and Jaime. Further survived by his sister; Delilah Mogenson, brother Dale (Patricia) Mogenson along with numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother; Arden (Shirley) Mogenson.

A Celebration of Life for Don will be held at 3:00pm on Friday February 28, 2025 at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt-DeTroye Funeral Home (815 6th St. Kiel) A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday from 1:00pm until the time of services. Cremation has taken place. Burial will take place at a later date in the Kiel Belitz Cemetery. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in his name.