DANIEL PATRICK CONNOLLY

Daniel Patrick Connolly, 53, passed away on Feb. 27, 2013 in Duluth after battling sarcoma cancer.

Dan was born in Vermillion, S. D., to Thomas William Jr. and Mary Patricia Connolly, their fourth child and third son. Raised on the family’s farm, he attended school through graduation at Elk Point High School. Continuing his education, he attained an electronics engineer technician degree from Denver Institute of Technology in Colorado.

Moving back to Minnesota in 1979, he met his wife, Denise O’Neil, who he married April 25, 1981, and had a successful 31 years of marriage. Having settled in Duluth six years later, he was the father of four daughters, moved into his dream home where he resided for the next 20 years, and started his own small business.

He enjoyed woodworking, photography, biking and being home with his family. He excelled as a father, husband, “Bapa” and friend; he was highly personable and had a gift of making others laugh.

Dan is survived by his mom, Pat; his wife, Denise; daughters Sadie, Anna, Nellie and Emily; his grandchildren Cora and Aubrey; brothers Mike and Jim; sister Rita; and now resides with his dad, Bill.

VISITATION: 5-7 p.m. Monday, March 4, in St. Michael’s Church in Lakeside. Visitation continues at 10 until the 11 a.m. funeral Mass on Tuesday, March 5.

Tags: obituaries

Sign the guestbook

Comments posted on this page do not reflect opinions of Forum Communications Company. Forum Communications Company does not endorse and is not responsible for any statement, opinion, advice given or made. All replies are subject to approval and must follow Forum Communications Company guidelines concerning statements of libel, personal attacks or defamation of character. Replies in the "Talk About It" section that criticize a person by name may not be posted, unless that person is openly involved in a public issue. Comments written in all capital letters or bold print will not be considered for inclusion in the forum.

Terms & Conditions