David Workin

David’s service will be livestreamed below at 10 AM, Saturday, June 10th

David Paul Workin, 83, of Mesa, AZ (formerly of Fargo, ND) died at his home in Mesa on Friday, May 5th

David was born in Mayville, ND on February 12th, 1940, and grew up on the family farm near Galesburg, ND. He graduated from Galesburg High School in 1957 and attended Moorhead State and Dakota Business College. He was a veteran and served in the Army as a Specialist from 1959 to 1962.

David married Judi in 1966 and they made their home in Fargo where they raised two daughters. He began working for Structural Products as a bookkeeper and became one of the principal owners of Structural Materials until his retirement in 2006. He thoroughly enjoyed his snowbird lifestyle after his retirement – spending time between Arizona and Fargo.

David was a sports enthusiast – especially all things NDSU. He was a rabid Twins fan – following them faithfully through every winning or losing season. David loved watching his grandchildren’s games and activities. He was an avid golfer – he enjoyed every round of golf and all the friends he made along the way. He loved family card games, Broadway plays, and Freddy’s Lefse. He traveled the world with Judi – trips to Normandy, Cuba and Ireland were some of his favorites.

He is survived by his wife, Judi of 56 years and their two daughters, Lisa, Apple Valley, MN and Michelle (Jon Drucker), Eagan, MN. He was a proud Papa Dave to three grandchildren, Ben Oberfeld (Martha Kauls), Joshua Drucker and Grace Drucker. Other survivors include his siblings Richard Workin (Bunny), Frances Kyllo, Raydon Workin, Carol Baker and his sister-in-law Marlys Workin along with numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

David is preceded in death by his parents, Alma and Ben Workin, brothers Arland Workin and Marlow Workin, and sisters Madelyn Ulland and Arlene Klug.

A celebration of life will be held Saturday, June 10th at Boulger Funeral home at 10:00AM with visitation one hour prior. Please wear your favorite sports team apparel in honor of superfan David. Memorials may be sent to Hospice of the Red River Valley, the Emergency Food Pantry, or the charity of your choice.