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Donald M. "Dino" BRELJE

Donald BRELJE Obituary

Age 59, of Saint Paul, MN "Our Gentle Giant" Passed away peacefully November 11th, 2013 at home surrounded by his loving family and friends. Preceded in death by a faithful and loving mother, Bernette; and his father, Earl; and brothers, Earl "Tom" and David. Survived by the love of his life and long time companion Maureen; sons, Donald Jr. and Brandon Vossberg; granddaughters, Angel and Amber; siblings, Robert (Joyce), Rose, Gerald (Joanne), George (Kathryn), Charles, Gordon (Patty) and Richard. Don will be missed by many of his caring and devoted family members and friends. Don was proud that he grew up in So. St. Paul and spent most of his life in St. Paul. He was dignified in his many occupations, youth coordinator; "Fresh French Fries" number one potato hauler, best darn Pioneer Press delivery man, coach, and devoted senior member of Monarch Bus Company. Long time resident of Highland Park and of Lumen Christi Catholic Community. Don could light up a room with his smile and presence. He had a heart of gold and was always willing to give the shirt off his back and open his home to many. He is known for his "fuchsia" Harley-Davidson motorcycle. He loved hockey and was proud of his son's accomplishments at CDH and beyond. He was a proud papa. Don's life will be celebrated with an open house at Tinucci's Restrauant in Newport, MN on Sunday, December 1st, 2013 from 4 – 7pm with dinner served and memories shared. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place the first weekend in January, 2014 at Lumen Christi Catholic Church, 2055 Bohland Ave, St. Paul with hour visitation prior and interment following at Resurrection Cemetery. A special thanks to Monarch Bus Company and the enormous outpouring of everyone who has supported us through out our great loss. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. CrescentTide.com 651-315-8214

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Published by The Day on Nov. 17, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Donald BRELJE

19 Entries

July 26, 2014

Jody Virnig

December 12, 2013

Don was such a loving caring person in my life. Lot's laughs, poker, could count dominos faster than me and Mo together. Miss you yelling at the window at me. Glad to be part of your life and family.

John Brelje

December 11, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss, I worked with Donny at The pioneer press, and also Monarch bus company. Donny always brought a smile to my face. I will miss him very much. He was a light unto many people.

December 3, 2013

I would like to thank everyone whos was able to attend Don's memorial service at Tinucci's on Sunday. The overwhelming support from family and friends was a true testament to Don and how he lived his life. Please join us one more time on Saturday, January 4th at Lumen Christi Catholic church in Saint Paul to say good bye for the last time to both Don and his brother Richard who past 15 days after Don.

YOUR BROYHERS

November 30, 2013

YOUR BROYHER IS YOUR FIRST MALE FRIEND IN LIFE.NO ONE WILL EVER UNDERSTAND YOUR CRAZINESS LIKE YOUR BROTHER.EVEN IF YOU DON'T GET TOGETHER,OR TALK AS MUCH AS YOU'D LIKE,HE ALWAYS REMAINS YOR FRIEND.WHILE PEOPLE COME AND GO IN YOUR LIFE,YOUR BROTHERWILL ALWAYS BE IN YOUR HEART FOR A LIFETIME.

Michelle Maki

November 30, 2013

You are in my prayers.

November 24, 2013

Sorry to hear about Donny. I enjoyed working with him to deliver the pioneer press. He will be so missed by many.

November 22, 2013

With our deepest sympathy. Love .... The Scott Kriz Family, God Bless You!

Jeannie Pereira

November 19, 2013

Dino was part of my family, he was a wonderful person and a inspiration to many of us. He will be so missed , love and sympathy to the entire family !

George Wozniak

November 18, 2013

Dear Maureen , Brandon , Angel and Amber

I have so many great memories of Don from FFF , and Hobbit , but most of all coaching with him at HBB.

He always had such a great look and approach to fair play and sportsmanship. I will never forget one of the all star teams we were coaching and his comments to the head coach of the team we were playing for bringing in ringers, it was Don at his best .
And who will ever forget how happy he was when the coaches were required to wear the same uniform as the boys , he loved the look.

Or the education the group of boys received that worked for him at FFF on work ethic and how much good complaining will get you in this world or his.

Their are many of us that will be much better people , because we were lucky to have spent time with Don.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

George Wozniak

Cindy Piersdorf

November 18, 2013

I was fortunate enough to have known Don while being Angel and Amber's teacher at Cowern Elementary. He was very generous and brought our entire first grade on a field trip to the Wild Life Science Center. The children experienced wolves up close and personal. If not for Don, they would have never had this experience. I'm so fortunate to have known Don in this lifetime, he was an inspiration to many. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Sloan & Mary Esch

November 18, 2013

Great loss lots of great memorys!

Bob Bultinck

November 18, 2013

Spent many an hour at Lorraine Pool and Park with Dino and the group! Always had a smile on his face! Ran into him a few years ago @ the State High School Hockey Tourney and we chatted up the old days at the hockey rink! Dino will be missed by everyone who's life he touched! Cherish the memories!

November 17, 2013

He lit up a room with his smile and had a way of making everyone feel special. Blessed to have known him. Sincere sympathy to his entire family.
SSP friend

Bev & Jack Miles

November 17, 2013

Sending our love and prayers to Maureen, Brandon, Angel, Amber and Don's entire family. Don was a wonderful friend and will be missed by many. Thank you for sharing him with us.

Beverly Paczosa Larkey

November 17, 2013

I spent summers hanging at the Lorraine Park Pool, swimming & sitting under the Elms with Dino & "the gang" of friends. I will always remember how protective he was towards girls & anyone being victimized. He has always held a special remembrance for me and those summers.
My prayers and thoughts are with each of you as you grieve his passing.

Barb Bigaouette Viehweg

November 17, 2013

Prayers to the entire Brelje Family. I am Donald's cousin. Know that I will be thinking of you all... Hugs

tony schwartz sr

November 17, 2013

Im going to miss you don all the hockey and golfing that we used to do. I miss it. Your one of my best buds. I rember when we met at the bus place god bless you and your family.

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