David Edward Belina

David Belina, age 77, passed on peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, August 14, 2020, from complications related to dementia. David was born in Owatonna, MN on September 19, 1942 to Rosella (McMahon) and Edward Belina. He grew up on the family farm; graduated from St Mary’s school class of 1961; received his bachelor’s degree from St. Mary’s College in Winona, MN; and volunteered with the U.S. Peace Corps in Columbia. He traveled home from South America to Minnesota on his motorcycle. David married his wife, Nancy Brady in 1970 at St. Joseph catholic church in Owatonna. David and Nancy raised three children, residing primarily in Brooklyn Park, MN. He continued his dedication to and interest in farming and service during his career working with farmer co-operatives and, later, as manager of the Peace Corps recruiting office in Minneapolis. David enjoyed gardening, running (completing a number of marathons), and spending time with friends and family, often as the life of the party. For many years he enjoyed return visits to Owatonna, and he remained close to his parents and siblings throughout his life. David was a devoted member of the Catholic Church. Even as dementia began to take his personality and memories, his grandchildren knew they were loved by Grandpa Dave. We will miss his humor and love. Survivors include his beloved wife Nancy; his children: Kelley (Bill) Belina, Amy (Tony) D’Agostino, and Daniel (Rachel) Belina; eight grandchildren: Alec and Elsie Belina, Jack, Tyler, and Arianna D’Agostino, and Billy, Leo, and James Wingbermuehle; and his siblings: Ann Belina, Carolyn Nereson, Mary (Lee) Marquardt, and Charlie (Sara) Belina. His remains will be laid to rest at Saint John the Baptist cemetery in New Brighton, MN. A celebration of life service will be held Thursday, August 20 at 10:00am at Washburn-McReavy funeral chapel in New Brighton. Due to Covid19 this will be a small family-only gathering. If you wish to join remotely, please join us at https://www.washburn-mcreavy.com/obituaries/David-Belina/#!/PhotosVideos . In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the Alzheimer’s Association or the Peace Corps Partnership Program.

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David Edward Belina

September 19, 1942 - August 14, 2020

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David Edward Belina

September 19, 1942 - August 14, 2020

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