Gib Bromenschenkel
September 16, 1930 ~ April 22, 2023
Born in:
St. Cloud, Minnesota
Resided in:
Fargo, North Dakota
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Gib Bromenschenkel, 92, Fargo passed away Saturday, April 22, 2023 at Bethany Retirement Living, Fargo.
Gib was born on September 16, 1930 in St. Cloud, Minnesota to Alfred and Loretta (Feddema) Bromenschenkel.
Gib graduated from St. Cloud Cathedral High School and attended St. Cloud Business College where he studied business law and office management. On June 2, 1952, he started his career with North Central Airlines as Station Agent in St. Cloud, MN. After he obtained his weather observer license, he was transferred to Land O Lakes, WI. He also worked as a relief Agent for vacation coverage at various stations. In May 1955, he was transferred to Brainerd, MN and in May 1957 he was promoted to Station Manager in Fargo, ND. He served a number of years on the Airline Employee Association Board of Directors ending as Master Chairman. Following his retirement from the airlines, he served as Nativity Catholic Parish Administrator for 12 years and a number of years with El Zagal Golf Course. Gib did clock repair and collecting as a hobby.
On April 1955, he married his beautiful wife, Doris Miller. Their first home was in Brainerd before being transferred to Fargo.
Gib joined Toastmaster Intl. and served in various offices ending as District Governor. He joined the Fargo Jaycees where he learned to live by its creed especially the first and last lines which are: “We believe that faith in God give meaning and purpose to human life” and the last “That service to humanity is the best work of life”. He tried to live by those lines. He went on to become ND Jaycee Outstanding Vice President, National Director, ND Jaycee State President, JCI International Program Manager, Fargo City Commissioner (1970-74) and Fargo Vice Mayor (1974-2002). He served as President of the North Dakota League of Cities. He served on the Economic Development Board of Directors. He was JCI Senator, Jaycee Ambassador, North Dakota Jaycee Roughrider, Fargo Jaycee Life Member and Fargo Jaycee James Black Award recipient.
Along with teaching parliamentary procedure he served as Parliamentarian for a number of organizations. He served on the Fargo Airsho committee for many years.
Gib was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He served as Grand Knight, 4th Degree Faithful Navigator, and Color Corp Commander. He also served on the District Exemplification team and various state program chairmanships.
Gib and Doris were Host Family for many NDSU foreign students and have visited many of them in their country.
Gib retired from Republic Airlines in 1988 and worked as Parish Administer for Nativity Catholic Church from August 1988 to September 2000.
Gib was preceded in death by his parents, an infant brother, sisters, Edwina Ross, Betty Traut, and Rita Rassier, five brothers, Earl, Leo, Vic, Roger and Kenneth. Gib is survived by his wife, Doris and 3 children, Kim Strege (Glendale, AZ), Jay A. Bromenschenkel (High Springs, FL), and Jillinn (Troy) Oliver (Leadville, CO), and twelve grandchildren: Jay A Bromenschenkel, Brielle Bromenschenkel, Ashley Bromenschenkel, Spencer Bromenschenkel, Cassie Bromenschenkel, Summer Bromenschenkel, Dakota Bromenschenkel, Jessica Bunjovic, Jenna Strege, Kelly Thomas, Tracy Thomas, Eric Thomas, and 15 great grandchildren. Also, brother, James and sisters, Jeanne Heltemes, Phyllis (Lowell) Thielman.
Services
Prayer Service - Tuesday: April 25, 2023 7:00 pm
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
7012376441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Visitation - Tuesday: April 25, 2023 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
7012376441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Funeral Mass - Wednesday: April 26, 2023 2:00 pm
Holy Spirit Catholic Church Fargo, ND
1420 7th St N
Fargo, North Dakota 58102
(701) 232-5900
https://holyspiritfargo.com/
Visitation - Wednesday: April 26, 2023 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Holy Spirit Catholic Church Fargo, ND
1420 7th St N
Fargo, North Dakota 58102
(701) 232-5900
https://holyspiritfargo.com/
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I loved working with Gib (and Doris, too) on the history of his 32 years on the Fargo City Commission. He will be missed!
I am so sorry for your loss Doris and family. I will always cherish the time I got to spend with Gib and you.
Served with Gib on the city commission. He was a man of integrity and always tried to do the best for the city of Fargo. Always appreciated his Faith and his love of his wife. Celebrate a man who was always trying to do the right thing. Rest In Peace thank you for being a servant. Erv & Linda Inniger
I have known Gib for about 12 years. One of the greatest guys I’ve had the pleasure of meeting, getting to know and serving with him in the Knights of Columbus. A role model for all. I will be eternally grateful for his leadership as a Catholic Gentleman and Knights of Columbus Leader. He will be greatly missed and Heaven surely plus up on the bench strength. Gib, Vivat Jesus!!
Rest in peace, Gib.
What is not to love about a man who loves and serves his wife, family, church, country and community? Gib was a great example to all of us and he definitely raised the bar as a standard for living a Godly life. We love you Gib and are honored to call you friend and brother in law. The world just lost a great man. Ann Marie and Jim
I met Gib many years ago through the City Commission and his work with the Fargo Park District. Always kind and respectful. Gib gave much to our community and will always be remembered for his commitment to family and public service. God bless your memory Gib……….. Roger G Gress
We are so sorry to hear about Gib. He was such an awesome and kind man. Your family is in our prayers.
Sorry to hear of Gib’s passing away. I am glad we had a nice visit recently. He will be missed.
My sympathies to Doris and families. Gib was a man of goodness and grace. We in the travel world relied on his wisdom. May God’s light shine on him.
Doris, May the good Lord shine his light of strength and love on you at this time of sorrow and celebration of life of Gib. We were blessed ,as reidents of Fargo, to have Gib in our lives.
Doris and family. Deepest sympathies on your loss. What an amazing man Gib was. I always admired his faith and of course his love of Doris. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers Love Mitch and Susan Fornes Hanson
Doris — Dorothy and the entire Duchschere family send you our love and sympathy. Gib was a great guy and gave so much to so many. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Cherishing great memories and friendships. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers 💕🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💕
Dear Mrs. Bromenschenkel and families:
I was saddened to learn of Gib’s passing. He was a true leader in our community. His service to the people of Fargo, the city he loved, is legendary. My wife Debbie and I extend sincerest jour sympathies ove his passing.
I knew Gib when I was a reporter covering Fargo City Commission for WDAY. He was always honest, fair and well informed about the business of city government. Fargo is a better place because of the dedicated service of this fine man. Our world needs a new generation of leaders in the mold of Gib Bromenschenkel. A life VERY well lived!
So sorry to hear of Gib’s passing. He is joining many beautiful people in Heaven. Doris and family are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill Traut Family
Dear Doris and family, I had the honor of working along with Gib for his many years of service to the people of Nativity parish. Gib will always be remembered by his humble and open heart. I’m sure his soul now knows the perfect happiness of heaven.
Kathy and Tim Bourdon
Doris and family, I am sorry for your loss. Gib was a great guy and set a good example with the life he lived. You are in my prayers.
With love,
Brad
Doris and family,
We are very sad and sorry about the loss of Gibb. Husband, father, grandparent –and friend.
Your family, and YOU are at the top of our list for Peace through Prayers. Remembering all the
wonderful times shared as well.
YOU , family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers. Please feel our love and sadness.
Ken and Karlene Elfstrum
Saying goodbye to someone we love is heartbreaking. May you find comfort in all the special memories shared with Gib.
I have many good memories of him from the year I lived with you, I remember him tinkering with his clocks down in the basement, making his famous “chicken” rice cassarole, using chicken of the sea (tuna), he loved to tease and had a great big soft heart, I learned so much from the two of you. I thank God for the opportunity of knowing such a great human being.
Doris and family, know that my heart and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
With love,
Maria
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love,
Carlos Riede and family
To our most beloved Doris and family, just heard of Gibbs passing. I’m sorry I could not be there with you I will call to speak with you in a few days. I’m praying for Gibbs highest and safest ascension He will be met by all of his ancestors With a big welcome celebration. And he will be raised up to the highest place in heaven For god will continue to use Gibbs incredible unselfish heart ti continue to serve others He will create a home for you Doris so when you arrive the 2 of you will have a beautiful place in heaven with the flowers you so love. My heart is with you now I love you both Please take care. Betsy Larry Sam and Virginia Orman
you too are true Fargoans. Always saw you two at the elections
volunteering. You are great neighbors, too. He will be missed.
You both taught me so much about life and love in the short time we connected through Pioneer Mutual.
The conversation I had with Gib will forever be in my heart. He told me about flying with the Blue Angels.
Gib, fly with the angels.
LeeAnn and Rick Gilbertson
I just heard about your loss. So sorry. I don’t remember Gib but I do remember spending time with Uncle Al in Arizona. Wonderful man. Please look us up if you’re ever in Idaho. Gil’s dad Alfred was my father’s brother Walter Bromenschenkel.