Don Widick, 90, passed away on October 26, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of public service, dedication to family, and a life well lived.

Born on a farm near Farnam, Nebraska, Donnie and his family soon moved to Pinedale, Wyoming, where he attended grade school and high school participating in football, basketball, and track. He graduated from the University of Wyoming in 1960 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.

Don married Claudia Lenore Ziemer (Cobby) on December 31, 1960. Together, they raised two children, Misty and Mark. In 1967, the family moved to Kingman, Arizona, where Don began his career with the Bureau of Land Management. His work took him to Phoenix, and Washington, D.C., before returning to Phoenix as Arizona’s BLM Chief of Engineering. He retired in 1997 after a distinguished career in public service.

Don is survived by his beloved wife, Claudia; daughter, Misty Shafiqullah (Salek); son, Mark Widick (Cathy); grandsons, Austin (Kaylee) and Justin (Kendall); great-grandson, Dayton; sister, Carolyn Rolston (Lyle); and seven nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Merle and Hazel Widick; brother, Dennis; and beloved grandson, Dayton, who passed away in 2010. His memory lives on through his namesake, Don's great-grandson Dayton, son of Austin and Kaylee.

Don will be remembered for his dedication to family, his years of service, and the lasting legacy he leaves to the generations who follow.

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