Richard E. 'Dick' Velner

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Velner, Richard E. (Dick) age 82, of Minneapolis, passed away June 7, 2022. Dick was born on September 17, 1939, in Minneapolis MN. He was a proud graduate of De Lasalle High School, class of 1957. After graduating from St Mary's College (Winona) in 1961 he worked for the Pillsbury Company and Smith Barney. Dick was a creative, unique thinker and passionate about K-12 mathematic curriculum. Dick loved the city of Minneapolis and all it had to offer. He was a loving and devoted father and was extremely proud of his fourteen grandchildren. Dick is survived by his children, Stephen (Teri), Timothy (Kathleen), Sara (Mark) Mason, Katy (Brian) Rodeghier; grandchildren, Henry, Mary, Charlie, Frank, Lucy, CeCe, Vinny, Lindsey, Matt, Mikey, Casey, Ben, Emma, Adam; brother, Robert (Winnie). Dick is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Blanche and brother Thomas "Clell". Funeral Service 11 AM Monday, June 27th with visitation beginning at 10 AM at Washburn-McReavy Edina Chapel, 5000 West 50th St., Edina. Private Interment. Memorials preferred to The Salvation Army. washburn-mcreavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996

Published on June 19, 2022