Dylan Allen Delaney, 17, of Mabel, Minn., died Wednesday, January 1, 2020, in Mabel, from injuries received in an automobile accident.
Dylan was born January 26, 2002, in Decorah, Iowa, to Daniel Delaney and Sarah Paul. He grew up in Mabel and had attended Mabel-Canton Schools, where he enjoyed playing sports and being with his friends. He enjoyed being outdoors, going camping with his grandma and grandpa, and hunting and fishing with grandpa Gary. He had a good heart and liked to help people out, and was good with little kids.
Dylan is survived by his parents Sarah Delaney (Tim Mengis) of Mabel, and Daniel Delaney of Mabel, two sisters, Danielle Paul (Nick Clark) of Spring Grove, and Dakota Delaney of Mabel; a niece baby girl Clark due in January; maternal grandparents Gary and Sue Morken of Mabel and Doug and Lorraine Paul of Phoenix, Ariz.; an aunt, Jeanette Paul of Mabel; uncles Randy (Patty) Banks of Cresco, Iowa, Don (Heidi) Banks of Rushford, Minn., Mark (Lynnette) Banks of Waucoma, Rick (Jeanette) Stockman of Preston; and several great aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother Carol Banks.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, January 6, 2020, at the St. Olaf Catholic Church in Mabel. Burial will be in the Mabel Public Cemetery. Visitation will be 3–7 p.m., Sunday, January 5, at the St. Olaf Catholic Church and again 10–10:45 prior to services at the church. Memorials are preferred.
Mengis Funeral Home, Mabel is assisting the family.
Jennifer Tucker (Bush) says
So sorry for your loss ! May God be with you during such a terrible tragedy,
Anonymous says
So sorry, for your loss, he sounds like a very good kid <3
Anonymous says
So sorry for your loss. Dylan was a great kid and had a very kind heart. Always looking out for people and just was fun and very easy to talk to. The family is all in a prayers !
Jan Mathison says
I don’t know your family, but I am deeply saddened by this tragedy and the loss of your dear son. Sending my sympathies to you and wishing you eventual peace.
Bonnie Wenthold says
I am so sorry for your loss. His smile will be missed.
Mrs. Wenthold
Bev (Pederson) Olson says
I can’t imagine your pain. Prayers are being said for you all at this time.
Sharon Peterson says
Sorry for your great loss! You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Betty Johnson says
Hugs and prayers Sarah, family, and friends!
Jackie Tischhauser says
I’m so very sorry for your loss. He looks like such a good young man , and so happy! My heart goes out to you and your family. Hugs and prayers!
Anonymous says
So sorry for your loss!
Val Schroeder says
Sorry for your loss
Dolores Taute says
Susie, I am sick to hear about this. Praying for you. May God give you peace and strength. Dolores
Bruce and Cyndy Wulfsberg says
We are heartbroken for your loss. Please know we are thinking of you and your family.
Cindy Casterton says
So very sorry for your loss; sending prayers and hugs and love. May your fond memories bring you comfort during these difficult times 🤗🙏❤️
Annette and Scott Evenson says
So much sadness and sympathy for Dylan’s family and friends.
Kathy Myrah says
So sorry for your loss. But God had a more important job for him to do in heaven. Cherish your memories.