Brian Daly, 56, of Rochester, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2016, as a result of a massive heart attack while in route to LaCrosse, Wis. Brian was born on Nov. 15, 1960, and spent his life in Rochester, graduating in 1979 from Lourdes High School and receiving a degree in physical education from Mankato State University in 1983. One of his proudest moments was receiving the Excellence Award from the Lourdes Sports Hall of Fame in 2013 for his outstanding participation on the 1978-81 Cross Country State Championship Teams. He is the dearly beloved husband of Jill (Meyer). Brian was a great husband, son, brother, cousin, uncle and friend to many and will be deeply missed for his passionate sense of humor, great stories, excellent golf game and devotion to the Vikings. His love for, and devotion to, his dogs and those of friends and family was well-known, and they will miss his playfulness as well. He is survived by his parents, Joe and Lugene Daly, of Rochester; and his siblings, Mike (Sue Toffanetti), Mark, Molly (Steve) Nierman, Pat, John, Rick and Colleen "Mary." He is also survived by his wife's family, Gilbert and Shirley Meyer; Judson Meyer, Gaye (Ron) McCann, Staci (John) Veenker and Jennifer (Mat Browne) Meyer; and many nieces and nephews. A funeral Mass is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 19, at Pax Christi Catholic Church, 4135 18th Ave. NW, Rochester, with the Rev. Joe Fogal officiating. A visitation will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 18, at the River Park Chapel, Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to the Mass on Monday at the church. Memorials are suggested to Paws and Claws of Rochester. Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.