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Daniel P. Groppoli

Daniel Groppoli Obituary

Groppoli, Daniel P. Age 45 Died unexpectedly Sunday, July 23 Surrounded by family and friends. Preceded in death by parents Gertrude and Joseph. Survived by wife Debra, son Daniel, step-mother Carol, siblings Joe (Linda), LeeAnn Lehner, Mary Torgerson (Paul), Jeanne Welter (Steve), Trudy Baltazar (Lupe), Travis (Mickey), many nieces, nephews, great nieces/nephews, cousins and friends. Gathering 4-9PM Friday, service at 7PM both at RIVER HEIGHTS VINEYARD CHURCH, 6070 Cahill Ave, Inver Grove Hts, 651-457-7644. In lieu of flowers, memorials. Private Interment.

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Published by Pioneer Press from Jul. 26 to Jul. 27, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Groppoli

20 Entries

LeeAnn Lehner

September 7, 2006

My little brother Dan...I always loved introducing you as my "little" brother as you stood an entire foot taller than me. When Mom died, I felt like a Mom to you - you were my Godchild and always held a special place in my heart. Even though I was only 10 when you were born - I felt like your real Mom. Watching you grow.....and grow......and grow and seeing the gifts you shared with everyone. You helped me every time I asked you for anything and you always, always figured out how to fix anything... from my garage door that you fixed just one week before you left us, to my vacuum cleaner, to my pool filter. It didn't matter how long it took...you were always as calm as could be and nonchallantly went about doing what had to be done - you were an ingenious fixer of everything and anything mechanical. Your soft demeanor and kind and gentle way in your tall body, watching you bend over looking into an engine of a car, your soft voice that was so deep, the way you would pull at your pants with your elbows, your laugh and how you would say hi to me "Hi Lee Lee", watching you hold your little great nieces and nephews and many other little things are what I think of. I miss you so, so much Dan...it was so tough to have to let you go. It's the toughest and saddest I've ever been in my 55 years of life, having lost a sibling and my younger brother who was my Godchild. I know you're in peace now Danny and you're with our Mom and Dad - your Mom who left you way too soon at your young age of 9...you can now be with your Mom again and any troubles or pain you had in your life are now gone forever and you will live in peace forever and ever. But my life will forever hold a void with you gone. Even though no one can take away your spirit and the many memories... right now that doesn't make me feel better, but hopefully one day it will. Until we meet again Danno..I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU. All my love...your sister...Lee Lee xxxx oooo

Eric Lofquist

August 16, 2006

Debbie, I'm so sorry about Dan I just saw you two in No. St Paul at the car show I'm guessing right before. It's a terrible tragedy. unfortunatly I did not recieve notice until today. I admired Dan for his spectacular work and his reserved demeanor He truly was a gentle soul. My thoughts are with you and your son Dan. My sympathies-Eric

Terri Parfitt (3M)

August 2, 2006

Deb, I just learned of your husband's passing. Please know that I am deeply sorry for your loss, and will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Shelly Lehner (niece)

July 29, 2006

Uncle Dan...I will always remember your smile, your laugh, your one-liner jokes, your hilarious emails, your whistling, and the way you sang, "shelly shelly shelly shelly," everytime you saw me.

You helped me move into my townhouse in April of 2005 and you teasingly swore you would never help me move again!(the couch got stuck in the hallway, the treadmill was a pain to get up and down the stairs, and it was raining like cats and dogs!!) You were such a good sport.

You also helped me rig a pole you found in the garage into the moving truck so I could hang up all my clothes. You had a solution for everything!

You and Uncle Joe were the only ones who went back for the second trip for the rest of my stuff that day! (I didnt get a big enough truck! oops!) I'll never forget running up the stairs to help you two with the rest of my things, and there the two of you sat, having yourselves a beer cuz you had already finished!!! You worked so hard for me that day!

I dont think I ever want to move again because you won't be there to help me!!!

You left us way to soon!

I love you

You will be in our hearts forever!

I am so sorry for your loss Debbie and Danny! I will always be here for you! I love you!

Julie Jefferson

July 28, 2006

Joe and the Groppoli Family, I am so sorry to hear the loss of your brother, know that you have my deepest sympathy.

Cecilia Mausolf, 3M Copying Products co-worker

July 28, 2006

Deb - So sorry to hear of your husband's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ruth & Dale Montbriand

July 28, 2006

Joe, Linda and the entire family.

You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength and comfort now and in times to come. May your memories of Dan make you smile.

Danielle La Bey

July 28, 2006

Deb and Danny,

I am so deeply sorry to hear about your dad, your husband. When I heard from emily, i could hardly believe it. I've known all of you as long as I have known the Sacketts, since i was 3 years old. It seems like just yesterday we were all at Dave's for a BBQ. I am going to miss Dan, it isn't going to be the same. My deepest condolences go out to the both of you and the rest of your family. If there is anything that I, or my family, can do for you two, just please let us know. Just keep your head up and know that Dan is in a better place now and wouldn't want you to shed a tear. God Bless and my prayers go out to you and your family.

O' Linda

July 28, 2006

Dan I had you as my brother-in-law for 34 years. Thank you for all the help and love through the years it seems you were always there for everyone who needed you.

There will always be a plate of chocolate chip cookies waiting for you.

Joe

July 28, 2006

Dan, you shouldn't have left us so soon, my heart aches.Even though you were my little brudder I always looked up to you almost like an older brother. And now in death, our roles are reversed again, you shouldn't have had to go first.

Deb Dan and Katie I pray the hurt will leave soon and you'll have the parts of Dan's life he left behind for you.

keenan draz

July 27, 2006

I will miss the big man with the big smile.Over the years I'd see him and his lovely wife shopping at Oakdale Rainbow Foods.Always in the veggie and fruit section.We graduated Harding Senior high together, 1979 go Knights! Hows the weather up there? I'd ask?! Good he say! Dan always had cool cars and a big smile on his face ! Nice to see him and his lovely wife at our 30 year reunion. will miss you ya big lug.

Jesus probably needed a hand with something way up high only he could reach. Heaven is a better place now that your there! Watch over your family now my friend.

I toast your your life as you go to your new journeys in heaven.

with deepest sympathy.

Keenan (Scott)

Annette ,and Kallee Draz

God bless you and your family.

Mary Smith

July 27, 2006

Deb, so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mary Smith - 3M/Imation

Barb Schmidt

July 27, 2006

Dear Deb,

I am so sorry to hear of your husbands passing. I used to work at the Red cross and my name was Urban then.

I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Take care

Allie Kern

July 27, 2006

To the Dear Groppoli Family,

I am so very sorry to hear of Dan's passing. You are all very dear to me and I will continue to lift you in prayer.

With much love, Allie

Jan Hanson

July 27, 2006

To the entire Groppoli family,

I was very sad when I read about Dan. Even though I have not had contact with your family for such a long time,I will never forget my growing up years. It was so much fun with all the kids on Wilson St, I will never forget any of them.

Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.

(Janet Colaizy)

judy Kinning

July 27, 2006

Deb and Danny, You are truly Blessed with a wonderful Family. They Love you and They will be your strenght to help you through this difficult time God Bless you the next few weeks and Months to come. You Havent Left Our Thoughts since we heard the news. Sincerly Mike and Judy Kinning

Dorothy Westberg

July 26, 2006

To each and every Groppoli, I send my love and sympathy. You are a strong family. Comfort your children. Comfort your siblings. Comfort your partners. xo Dorothy Westberg

Scott Burt

July 26, 2006

I was very sorry to hear about Dan's passing

I went to Harding High school with him and I lost a race with him in our cars.

Mary Torgerson

July 26, 2006

Deb, Dan and Katie -

Daniel was my dear sweet brother.

There are no words to say how very much we will miss him. His life was so short - and we never imagined this would happen so early in his life. Debbie and Dan, take some comfort in knowing that he was surrounded with love when he left, and that he lead a good life, he was a good husband, dad, and brother. He was always there if we needed someone to talk to or some advice. We send our deepest condolences - plz know we will get you thru - we'll always be there for you.

We love you, Deb and Dan and Katie!

Mary and Paul

Trudy Baltazar

July 26, 2006

Dan, I will love and miss you forever. You taught me so much about cars during our teen years. I always sat with you when we were growing up and even as adults when there would be a family gathering, I'd walk into the room and find where you were sitting and that's where I would sit. If you weren't there yet, I'd find a spot and watch the door and call you over to me once you arrived. I don't know where I'll sit now because it was ALWAYS with you. I guess I'll have to wait until I get to where you are now before I can sit with you again and then it'll be forever. I love you - your sister Trudy

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