Dan Willette Funeral

Wednesday, November 8, 2023 | 11:00 AM

Willette, Daniel F. Age 77, of Edina. Born November 23, 1945 in Minneapolis, MN, passed away October 26, 2023 peacefully at his home in Edina, MN, after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease. Survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Patricia A.; children, Paul D. Willette (Erika), Patrick A. Willette (Tina), Chris J. Willette, Matthew T. Willette (Nikki); grandchildren, Lexi, Charlie, Dylan, Ava, Kyla, Mara, Brynn, Lily, Luke, and Mason; brothers, Ted Willette (Carol), Tim Willette (Mary), Jack Willette (Kathy); sister, Arlene Bernardy; and many nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends. Preceded in death by parents, Norman and Lorraine Willette; brothers-in-law, William Bernardy and Kevin McGruder; and sister-in-law, Mary Lou Haffner. After graduating from DeLaSalle High School, Dan attended the University of Minnesota graduating in 1968 and earning his Masters in Education in 1976. He was a teacher for many years in the Minneapolis Public Schools system serving as Vice President of the Teachers’ Union until he found his passion for real estate. Dan began working for C21, and quickly earned many honors regionally and nationally. Dan then had a very successful career with Edina Realty for over 32 years and was an Emma Rovick award winner amongst his peers. He had a passion for helping people first and foremost, always keeping his clients’ best interests in mind. He was very generous with his time, talents, and resources including serving on the School Board of the Academy of Holy Angels. Dan retired from Real Estate in 2018. A loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He will be deeply missed and will live on in our hearts forever. A special thanks to North Memorial Hospice and the volunteers for the special love and care given to Dan over the past year. Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM Wednesday, Nov. 8 with visitation beginning at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Grace Church, 5071 Eden Ave, Edina. A luncheon will follow at Our Lady of Grace. A private interment will be held at a later date.

Pasqualine Johnston Funeral

Friday, October 13, 2023 | 10:30 AM

Johnston, Pasqualine age 90, of Edina, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on October 3, 2023. Preceded in death by her husband, Abner; sons, Stephen and Thomas; parents, 3 sisters, 1 brother. Survived by children, Timothy (Terry) Johnston, David (Lori) Johnston, Mary (Gregory) Weller; 8 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. Pasqualine was a most loving and caring wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. Role model of a strong faith in Christ with a generous, gentle, forgiving, and warm heart. Her enduring strength came from the Holy Spirit. We were all touched in such a special way by her presence. She was given the gift from God as a lifelong caregiver to her family, friends, community, and anyone she encountered. She was a devout Catholic and active in her church and community. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Friday, October 13th, with visitation beginning at 9:30 AM at Our Lady of Grace. Interment Lakewood Cemetery. Memorials preferred to Catholic Charities. washburn-mcreavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996

Mary Ann Kilian Funeral

Thursday, October 12, 2023 | 10:30 AM

Kilian, Mary Ann Age 94, of Hopkins, formerly of Edina, passed away on September 26, 2023. Preceded in death by son, Dan. Survived by loving and devoted husband of 71 years, Alcuin; children Jim, John (Lynda), Janet (Brad), daughter-in-law Michelle; 9 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren; many relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 10:30 AM, with a visitation at 9:30 AM.

Ed Bennett Funeral

Wednesday, October 11, 2023 | 11:00 AM

Ed was a proud Virginian all his life. After graduating from the University of Richmond, he started his retail career and held senior level management positions for Federated Department Stores and Abercrombie & Fitch in NY, and later for Dayton Hudson in MN where he lived and loved for fifty years. Preceded in death by his parents, Edward L. and Mary Bennett, sister Mary Frances, wife Sue Bennett and favorite dog Max. He will be deeply missed by his wife Kathryn of 48 years, children Edward, Michael, Laura, and Sarah and their spouses Brenda, Bill, and Tim. Loving and supportive, witty and silly, Ed found great joy in fatherhood. He loved babies and eagerly welcomed very special grandchildren Michael, Cassie, Emma, Alice, and Jack.

His career offered him countless opportunities for travel, his favorites being trips to Europe, especially Italy, and South America. His Minnesota brothers- in-law, John and Bud, introduced him to walleye fishing in Canada; he embraced the planning almost as much as the actual trip! A supporter of the arts he completed his career by owning retail gallery shops. Whether classical music, opera, Andrea Bocelli or the Bee Gees, Ed knew and loved his music, listening whenever and however he could. An avid reader of history, the classics, espionage novels and always the daily newspaper, he was rarely without something to quote or talk about, especially if the topic was WWll, Winston Churchill or a recent concert. He held onto fond memories of his youthful days being a lifeguard at Virginia Beach and later as a mean tennis player with a wicked serve. Ed was social; he enjoyed his relationships with nieces and nephews, extended family, neighbors, friends, and caregivers.

A heartfelt thank you to Tyler Leonard and the staff at Mount Olivet Careview Home for their compassionate and loving care.

Join us for a memorial service at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church (5017 Eden Avenue, Edina, MN 55424) on Wednesday, October 11th, at 11:00 am and visit with our family one hour prior to the service. Memorials preferred to MN Orchestra, MPR, or Mount Olivet Home.