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Daniel Bryan Obituary

Age 74 Of Apple Valley, MN He was born in St. Paul, MN to James and Ruth Bryan, the youngest of four boys. Dan graduated from Sibley High (1955), served in the US Navy for 2 years, graduated from the UWRF in speech pathology, attended the U of MN and earned a Master's in Education with a Specialist in Administration. Dan worked in St. Paul Public Schools as a Speech Pathologist for 4 years. He moved to Faribault, MN and worked in southern MN as a Special Education Consultant, concluding his career at the MN Dept of Education in 1999. Dan is survived by his dear wife of 52 years, Marilyn; daughters, Kristine Bryan Nielsen (Craig) and Jennifer Bryan Mattson (Josh); grandchildren, Noah, Madeleine, and Owen; brother, James Bryan; and many other loved ones. Daniel was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Thomas and David. Dan's memorial service is Friday, July 13, at 12 Noon in Prince of Peace Church, 13901 Fairview Drive, Burnsville MN, with a gathering of family and friends on Thursday, July 12, from 4 to 7pm in the Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Avenue, Apple Valley, and one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorials preferred to Burroughs School Fund, Achieve! Minneapolis, 111 3rd Ave S, Suite 5, Minneapolis, MN 55401 or Parkview Elementary School, 6795 Gerdine Path, Rosemount, MN 55068. Henry W Anderson 952-432-2331 www.HenryWAnderson.com

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Published by Pioneer Press on Jul. 11, 2012.

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July 15, 2012

Marilyn, Kristine, and Jennifer
I knew Dan for many years at the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE). We often attended legislative hearings together, among other tasks. I remember Dan fondly as a wise friend with a great sense of humor. He had a genuine concern for kids in the schools and for his fellow workers. My wife, Beth, also knew him from MDE as well as from his special education background and also has many great memories of Dan.
Our prayers are with you and other family members.

Barry and Beth Sullivan

Cindy Taylor

July 14, 2012

Jenny,
You and your family are in my prayers.

Dan and Linda Bakke

July 12, 2012

Marilyn,
We are deeply sorry. Dan was a good man, blessed with a fine family. Please accept our sympathy.

Bob & Emily Waitz

July 12, 2012

Jenny,

You're in our thoughts and prayers.

Karen Hartung

July 12, 2012

Jenny & Family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May God and all His loving Angels on Earth give you Strength - ALWAYS.

With Sympathy,
Karen & Dave Hartung

July 12, 2012

Our family sends love and sympathy to you. Know that many people love you and will help you in this incredibly difficult time. Dan's spirit will be with all of us forever!
The Jedlenski's

Mark and Marjore Thompson

July 11, 2012

Dear Marilynn, Kris and Jenny,

We were so sad to hear of Dan's death. And way too young! We remember Dan's creativity, love of education, hard work, sense of humor and love of family. We pray that all the wonderful memories will help you during the tears and loss. We are living in Wisconsin now and will not be able to attend the funeral. Praise God for Dan! He IS a great man!

With love,

Mark and Marjore

Teresa Myers

July 11, 2012

I am at a loss for words, but my deepest sympathy goes out to everyone in the Bryan family.

Bob and Jan Edmeyer

July 11, 2012

Marilyn and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We look forward to partying again with Dan at the reunion that really matters. May you find strength and peace in God's wonderful resurrection promises.

Theresa Klement

July 11, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole Bryan family.

Chris Pierson

July 11, 2012

Marilyn & family -
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers go out to you.

Pete and Jane Mattson

July 11, 2012

To All of the Bryans,
Our deepest sympathies to all for the lose of a great friend and fantastic grandfather. We will miss him forever,
Pete and Jane Mattson

Barb & Randy Schuetz

July 11, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Becky Bopp

July 11, 2012

Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

July 11, 2012

Jenny and family. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bret McEnelly & Family

Jenny Peterson

July 11, 2012

You are all in our thoughts and prayers!

Jenny and Marty Peterson and family

Susie Gayken

July 11, 2012

Marilyn, Kris & Jenny and families,
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you at this time. It's so hard to believe that he's gone. I will always remember Dan's wonderful sense of humor. Please know you are all being kept in our prayers.

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Starkson Family-Anderson Chapel - Apple Valley (AKA Anderson Mortuary)

14850 Garrett Avenue, Apple Valley, MN 55124

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