Abel, David John Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 21, 2024, age 77. Preceded in death by parents, Claude and Margaret Lucille (nee MacDonald) Abel; sisters, Faith VonBehren, Gloria Gomez, Darline Weekes, and Joyce Zuniga. Survived by wife of 55 years, Kathleen; children, Jessica (Kevin) Tlougan and Elizabeth (John) Kietzman; grandchildren, Mikayla (Ewan), Alexander, and Lauren; siblings, Mary Lou Ruiz, Claudette Schiefelbein, and Donald (Patricia) Abel; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. David was a proud lifelong plumber who gave generously of his time and skill. Army Veteran. Service Tuesday, May 14, 10:30 A.M. at BRADSHAW, 4600 Greenhaven Drive, White Bear. Visitation Monday, 4-8 P.M. at BRADSHAW. Burial Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Bradshaw 651-407-8300 bradshawfuneral.com