Donald E. Kinsella

ROCHESTER, MINN: Donald (Don) Kinsella, 92, of Rochester, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2011 at Samaritan Bethany on Eighth. A celebration of his life will be held 12:00 noon August 12, 2011 at Pax Christi Catholic Church 4135 18th Ave. NW, Rochester, MN, where Don was a member for 39 years. Celebrant will be Father Pratap Saliblinda.Visitation will be from 11:00 to 12:00 noon prior to the service at the church. Donald Edward Kinsella was born August 25, 1918 near Sauk Centre, MN to James and Cecelia (Pfeiffer) Kinsella. On November 7, 1939 he married Lorraine Herzog in Melrose, MN. Don started his career at the age of 14 with a newspaper route. At the age of 16, he won a trip to New York City by selling subscriptions to the St. Paul Pioneer Press. Don owned and operated several businesses during his lifetime including window manufacturing, Maytag appliances, selling insurance and cars. The family moved to Rochester in 1968 where he opened Don Clark Motors, selling motorcycles, snowmobiles, trucks and cars. After retirement he was a member of S.C.O.R.E., Channel One, and a silent Santa for needy families in our area. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, sports and was an avid gardener. His unique garden brought him tremendous pride and he enjoyed showing and sharing its bounty with every visitor. Don is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Lorraine; brother, Art (Pat) Kinsella of Fargo, ND; children, James (Marge) Kelly of Andover, MN, Thomas Kinsella of Bloomington, MN,John (Julianne) Kinsella of Rochester and Mary Kay Kinsella of Franklin, MN; 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren and a host of other family and friends. Don was preceded in death by his sisters, Mabel Way, Delores Kennedy and by his parents. Memorial contributions may be made to Father Caesar's Uganda Relief. Make check payable to Pax Christi Catholic Church with a memo to Father Caesar Dralega. Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes, 5421 Royal Place NW, Rochester, MN. (507) 289-3600 www.ranfranzandvinefh.com