Daniel “Danny” Christian Ellingson
Sunday, January 29, 1967
Date of Death:
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Age:
55 years old
Visitation
Date: Monday March 07, 2022
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Tuesday March 08, 2022
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: St. Pius X Catholic Church [ view map ]
Funeral Mass
Date: Tuesday March 08, 2022
Time: 11:00 am
Location: St. Pius X Catholic Church [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Calvary Cemetery [ view map ]
Sunday, January 29, 1967
Date of Death:
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Age:
55 years old
Sunday, January 29, 1967
Date of Death:
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Age:
55 years old
Daniel “Danny” Christian Ellingson
Daniel “Danny” Christian Ellingson, 55, of Rochester, MN, died Tuesday, March 1st, 2022 at Seasons Hospice House.
Danny was born January 29, 1967 in Rochester, MN to John and Mildred (Millie) Ellingson. Born with intellectual and physical disabilities, Danny was an inspiration for the creation and building of Hiawatha Homes. He lived the majority of his life at Hiawatha Homes and continued to inspire the development of more creative services and systems to support others like him.
Danny’s warm smile, joy for his favorite things, and loving personality will be missed by his family and the many people he touched over the years.
Danny is survived by his parents, John and Mille Ellingson of Rochester, MN; his brothers, David (Stacy) Ellingson and Mark (Janna) Ellingson of Rochester, and his sister Michelle (Ted) Bos of Carol Stream Illinois; seven nephews, Ted, Daniel and Nicholas Bos, Andrew, Michael, William, and James Ellingson; and two nieces, Kathryn and Nora Ellingson. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Christian and Gladys Ellingson, Leo and Geneva McGee and his nephew Adam Ellingson.
The Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at Saint Pius X Catholic Church in Rochester, MN with Rev. Russell Scepaniak officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 7, 2022 in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at Saint Pius X Catholic Church on Tuesday. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Rochester, MN.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Hiawatha Homes, Seasons Hospice, or a charity of your choice.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.
Condolences
The family of Daniel “Danny” Christian Ellingson has received the following condolences.
Danny was in my class many years ago when he was a student and I was a teacher, at John Marshall. He was always happy and shared his affection in ways that always made our days joyful. Take Care Dear Family!
Dear John, Millie, and family
We were sorry to hear of Danny’s passing. We were out of town for the service. You have all been in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless you all.
Darcy & Darlene Strouf
Our deepest sympathies on your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jan & Ken
For many years I was one of the volunteers working with Danny at Lourdes High School hosted SPRED program. We all enjoyed Danny who seemed to always have a gleam in his eyes and a smile on his face! A great contribution to the heavenly choir!
Dear Janna, Mark, and family.
My sincere sympathy and prayers to you and your family. I know Danny was very special to all of you and you will dearly miss him. I also know that he is in a beautiful place with our Father in Heaven. The impact he has made on your family will last forever. Hugs and prayers to you all.
Mary McNab
susan and I have special memories of Danny. Because of him we were blessed to know his family. Over the years, Danny and the Ellingson's inspired others to show compassion and support for others. Thanks for your friendship.
God Bless.....
Doug and Sue
so sorry to hear of Danny's passing.Our thoughts are with you
Dear Millie and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
Although I have not seen Danny in years, I have very vivid memories of his affable character and awesome smile.
He struck me as a young man who was loved and supported.
Thank you for ALL the support you provided over the years to those with special needs.
Sincerely,
Patrick
Dear Ellingson Family,
Danny is lovingly remember in our thoughts and prayers. Meeting him and all of you in January 1978 at Hiawatha was the beginning of wonderful adventures. You are an amazing family loving and supporting Danny and all people with special needs. God Bless.
Love,
Ann and Steve Felton
Since seeing that your son passed, my mind travels to yesteryear, remembering our shared experiences with special children. I am filled with appreciation for all that you did to help me back then. My heart goes out to you now, as you work through this loss. My thoughts and prayers for all of your family.
Patty Jo Morris
I wish to express my condolence to the family. I remember the many times that Danny would come to the CO Brown office and would smile and sometimes be shy. He had such joy so many times and I am happy that I got to experience those wonderful memories. Keep those close to your heart.
Dear Ellingson Family,
I am saddened to hear of your loss. I will always remember Danny because of his smile and his spirit. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Joel and Jennifer Pralle
Dear John and Millie. I was saddened to hear of Danny’s passing. We meet many people on our journey through life. Some of those folks are tolerated, some are enjoyed and then there are those who make us better. I am and my life is immeasurably better having shared a part of my journey with Danny and your family. Thinking of you all and forever grateful, Jay Martini
Our deepest sympathies on your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom and Kate DeVinny
Dear Ellington family,
My deepest condolences to the family for the loss of your son, brother and uncle. I know how dear Danny was to all of you. I am very sorry he was taken from you. God bless.
Wayne Woxland
To The Ellingson family.
My deepest sympathy in the passing of Danny. He was a joy for the 38yrs I worked at Hiawatha. The whole family was so loving and supportive of Dan and everyone.
My thought are with you.
Mary Crowe
Dear Ellingson Family...I am so sorry for your recent loss of Danny. He sounds like a wonderful person and I know he felt the love from all of you. May you enjoy all of your wonderful memories of him and know that he is in God's hands now.
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Ellingson family during this difficult time…
-The Satres
John and family;
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I hope your memories are as wonderful as his smile. God bless his soul.
Danny- Your heart-warming smile and your piercing, shining, expressive eyes drew me in like a magnet the first time I met you. I will miss and remember you always. R.I.P. Danny.
John, Millie, and family- Thank you for sharing Danny with us. Thank you for being the advocates you are for Danny and the disabled community. You are a treasure to the staff and residents of Hiawatha. May God be with you through your sorrow.
Glenn & I are so sorry for your loss , but grateful Danny is with his Heavenly Father.
What a tribute you as a family gave to those that are less fortunate. God Bless your whole family. The Augustines