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Donald BEHAN Obituary

Age 83 Longtime Resident of South St. Paul Passed away on Feb. 20th, surrounded by loved ones. Don was a Postal Carrier for 25 years and a proud Army veteran. He is preceded in death by his wife, Vennetta; parents, John and Clara; siblings; and great-granddaughter, Charli. He is survived by his daughters, Theresa Erdman, Linda Dralle, Marjorie (Jim) Medlicott, and Joyce (Mark) Duclos; 12 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial to be held at ST. AUGUSTINE CHURCH, 3rd ST. N. @ 4TH AVE, SSP, on Monday Feb. 25th, at 10AM. Visitation will be from 4-6PM at SOUTHERN FUNERAL HOME, 414 MARIE AVE S., SSP, on Sunday, Feb. 24th. Interment to follow the funeral service at Ft. Snelling.


Published by Pioneer Press on Feb. 23, 2013.
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My family and I are so sorry the loss of your dad. He was the youngest brother to my grandfather William Behan, who passed away 50 years ago! I remember I thought he looked so much like my grandpa with his Snow White hair! May he in peace in the arms of Jesus. Jim, Janis and Donna (Behan)

Janis Mathias

April 21, 2013

Love you Dad!

Theresa Erdman

April 7, 2013

Dear Family,

I just learned of Uncle Donny's passing. He always made me smile. Please accept my condolences. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Lisa Jamesweathers

March 6, 2013

Linda we are very sorry to hear about your fathers passing and I'm also very sad that we couldn't make it to the visitation or the funeral.

Dale & Jan Wegleitner

February 25, 2013

Linda, kids and family, we were so sorry to hear about the loss of your, dad, grandpa & great grandpa. He is now with Venetta who has been gone as many years as mom. They will be your angels to look over you all. Sorry we couldnt be with you, Lots of Love

Na and RB Brummund

February 25, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Rich and I were so delighted that Don was able to attend my retirement party this summer. John and I are so glad we were able to visit Uncle Don at Cerenity. We had a lovely visit and shared a few laughs and memories. Our families were so close while we were growing up. I remember spending Sunday dinners together regularly. Comversations about every topic imaginable followed from politics to the color of spots on Jersey cows! There were family backyard picnics, all day trips to Turtle Lake for food, swimming and baseball games. Booya at Don and Venetta's simmering on the stove while your Mom stirred and laughed and chatted non-stop. I remember babysitting you older girls and spending the night. As Deb said, your Dad was our favorite and we will miss him and his infectious smile ! Cherish your endless memories and know that he is at peace and reunited with his family again. God Bless! Cousin Barb

Barbara Holmen

February 24, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to all the family. I am so glad John and I had the opportunity to visit Uncle Don at Serenity. We shared many memories and had a few laughs together. I remember spending most Sunday afternoons together with your family when you girls were young. We had dinner together and settled in for long conversations about everything imaginable including what color spots were on Jersey vs Gurnsey cows. I remember card games and late night runs for White Castle burgers(then 10 cents each). I remember booya simmering in your kitchen with your Mom laughing and chatting while stirring. I remember day long picnics and swimming at Turtle lake, backyard barbecues and babysitting you oldest girls. Uncle Don and his infectious smile will be missed by all. Cherish your memories. God Bless! Cousin Barb Holmen

Barbara Holmen

February 24, 2013

Dear family. My deepest sypathy for the loss of Donny! He has always been my favorite uncle, my dads baby brother! Will always think fondly of dad and our saturdays at his house, and skating on the bankyard rink!! And all you girls were sooo special to me! If there is anything we can do, let us know. God bless Donny and all his loved ones! Cousin Debbie

Debbie Behan

February 24, 2013

I love you Grandpa I will miss you dearly but I am glad you are by Grandmas side now. Love you both and miss you guys the holidays will never be the same without you there.

Dan Erdman

February 23, 2013

Uncle Don is a person that will stay in my memory forever...you will be missed...

Jim and Sherri Behan

February 23, 2013

Im so sorry to hear about your dad my prays go to you and your family

Blaine and Laura Wilhelmy

February 23, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you send him home to heaven. So many angels have been added this past year or so. Please keep his memory alive with love, laughter, tears, and stories. He will be missed, but always loved and never forgotten.

Sue and Hairy Walker

February 23, 2013

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