Mary (Povolny) J. Gaffney's obituary , Passed away on April 19, 2023 in Eagan, Minnesota

Mary (Povolny) J. Gaffney

January 28, 1932 - April 19, 2023 (91 years old)

Eagan, Minnesota

Mary (Povolny) J. Gaffney's obituary , Passed away on April 19, 2023 in Eagan, Minnesota

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Joseph S. Klecatsky & Sons Funeral Homes

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Mary (Povolny) J. Gaffney

January 28, 1932 - April 19, 2023 (91 years old)

Eagan, Minnesota

Mary (Povolny) J. Gaffney Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Mary (Povolny) J. Gaffney (Eagan, Minnesota), who passed away on April 19, 2023 at the age of 91. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary (Povolny) J. Gaffney to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her husband Kevin Gaffney; her parents, Emanuel Povolny and Amelia Povolny; her siblings, Margaret Krenik, John and James Povolny; and her siblings-in-law, Shirley Povolny, Colleen Dressen, George Krenik, Ed Johnson and Len Fogarty.

She is survived by: her children, Anne Gaffney-Iehl (Tim), Patrick (Amy) and Michael Gaffney (Kim); her siblings-in-law, Janet Povolny, Shirley Johnson, Patricia Fogarty and Tony Dressen; her grandchildren, Erin Wheeler (Kevin), Kevin (Allison), Sheila Gaffney, Kaitlyn and Christine Palmer; her stepgrandchildren, Ashley (Matt), Brittany (Matt), Kirsten and Gabi; and her great grandchildren, Wesley, Cecelia, Emilia, Hunter, Ryder and Kevin "Tripp". She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, godchildren.

Memorials preferred over flowers to Sharing and Caring Hands, Bridging Inc., or Povolny/Gaffney Scholarship at the College of St. Benedict.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Joseph S. Klecatsky & Sons Funeral Homes



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May 5, 2023

George and Antonieta Krenik wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Anne, Patrick and Michael: I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mom. She was a wonderful lady, always so gracious, and always great to be with. Thank you for honoring your mom by your many accomplishments and honorable living. You are truly an awesome legacy and living tribute. The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26 George Krenik”


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April 22, 2023

Karen Berhow wrote a sympathy message

“Our deepest sympathies to Mary's family. Larry and I used to sit in the same pew as Kevin and Mary and came to love them dearly. What a beautiful example of a blessed marriage! They were such a kind and gentle couple. May they be reunited now in the eternal Heavenly bliss with Jesus, Mary, and all the Angels and Saints for whom they showed much love and reverence.”


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Church of Saint John Neumann
4030 Pilot Knob Rd, Eagan, MN 55122

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May 05

Mass of Christian Burial

Church of Saint John Neumann
4030 Pilot Knob Rd, Eagan, MN 55122

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