Michael Vellon

Michael Vellon, age 37, of St. Louis Park, MN, formerly of Lawrence, KS, passed away Nov. 5th after an eight month struggle with cancer. Survived by his wife of 11 years, Jenny; children, Max (age 7), Ciaran (age 2) and Charlotte (age 8 months); parents, Michael and Maryann Vellon of St. Louis Park; siblings, Michelle, Jason (Ali), Joseph, Christopher and Kaitlyn; grandmother, Louise Winslow. Preceded in death by brother, Adam; grandparents, George Winslow, Philip and Annabelle Vellon. Michael was a graduate of Boston University. He received a Masters in American History from Fordham University and his J.D. from the University of Minnesota. He worked as an attorney for Brownson & Ballou and also for Fisher, Bren & Sheridan. Michael had a very strong faith. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and was a Eucharistic Minister. Michael was a good man – hard working, thoughtful and intelligent. He was a good husband and father. He will be greatly missed. Mass of Christian Burial 12 Noon Tuesday, Nov. 12, with visitation beginning 11 AM at the Basilica of St. Mary, Hennepin Ave & 17th St., Minneapolis. Memorials preferred to Fraser Academy of Minneapolis or We Can Ride of Minnetonka. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996
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