Rodney Gnoinsky
May 28, 1974 ~ August 31, 2024
Born in:
Fargo, North Dakota
Resided in:
Wellington, Florida
Rodney’s service will be livestreamed below at 2:00 PM Monday, September 9, 2024:
Rodney Gnoinsky was one of the early pioneers of live streaming concerts and recording music events, both inside and outside of the studios.
Rodney was born on May 28, 1974, in Fargo, North Dakota, to Marilyn Masseth. He attended Carl Ben Elementary School, Agassiz Middle School, and graduated with the Class of 1992 from Fargo South High School. It was in high school that Rodney found his passion for music and was a member of two local bands.
After high school, Rodney moved to Minneapolis, MN, to pursue a career in the music industry. He began his career working at a guitar store in Minneapolis, and after a few years transferred to a store in Chicago where he met Jimmy Buffett.
Rodney worked as Jimmy’s personal technical consultant for the next 30 years, including broadcasting every Jimmy Buffett show live, both audio and video, and traveling the world while doing it. He was a master at using technology to enhance the lives of everyone around him.
A fabulous musician, teacher, and friend. He will be missed by his family, friends, and co-workers.
Rodney is survived by his mother, Marilyn Masseth, half-sister, Nicole Sell-Kermmoade, uncle Wayne (Jackie) Masseth, aunt Jackie Masseth, uncle Gene (Liz) Masseth, as well as many cousins, life-long friends, and his special friend, Julia.
He was proceeded in death by his grandfather Adam Masseth, grandmother Mary Masseth, Aunt Georgie Young, and an infant cousin, Megan Rossow.
Services
Visitation - Monday: September 9, 2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Memorial Service - Monday: September 9, 2024 2:00 pm
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
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Our hearts break for you and we’re both so sorry for your loss! We will miss his visits and hearing about his adventures. He lived an incredible life doing what he loved.
Marilyn, as a mother I can’t imagine losing a child. Love and prayers for comfort during this time. I know how much you both loved and cared for each other with the multiple phone calls every day. He will be missed greatly!
I will miss hearing about his travels with Jimmy Buffet. He was blessed getting to do what he loved.
I am heartbroken to hear of Rodneys passing. Rest in peace Rodney.
My love and heart is with you, Marilyn
My heart hurts for you, Marilyn, ever since I heard of Rodney’s passing. As Casey’s aunt, I have known Rodney since he was just a little guy & we have laughed many times over the memory of my son, Cody, nearly running him over with a snowmobile at my mom’s farm. I was lucky to have lived in FL as I and my husband, Paul, got to share some fun times with Rodney at his home.
My heart knows what you are going through. No words can mend your heart. May the Lord watch over you and send his angels to give you strength.
Lavina and Jeff Reed
Forever Peace, Forever Light
Jules
Julie Harkness Arnold
Hey all, I was one of Rodneys close friends in Wellington, and I talked to him a few days before and all seemed fine and normal. We were working on getting his studio up and running and working on getting gigs for the studio and his skills. He was a great guy, we have a ton of great times. Feel free to reach out to me.
I’m so, so sorry for your loss. There are no real words that can heal such a tragedy.
Fly high Rodney! May you rest in peace.
I’m very sorry for your loss Sir. May you find strength and comfort in remembering Rodney’s beautiful spirit.
Marilyn, my heart goes out to you. I know how much you loved Rodney and he loved you. You raised such a good son. Love, prayers, and hugs to you and your family. So sorry for your loss.
It hurts to lose him so young. I’m sure that he was headed for a brilliant second act.
Feeling the loss today but I’ll never forget this dear soul.
Such a sad Monday.
For Rodney, I hope you are finally at peace.
For Marilyn, I hope in the coming days , weeks, months you will find strength. Strength for yourself. Strength in learning how to forgive. Strength in learning to let go of all hate.
May Rodney and Georgie be holding each other as they look down at their family today who come together to love each other at his service.
With love.
I am so happy to have known you and proud to call you my brother and friend. We spent 28 years and countless hours together on the road talking, laughing, smoking, and debating. Your beautiful smile will be remembered forever. I loved you dearly. I’m sure you chose your forever home while peering through your telescope and that it is beautiful and comfortable. Say hi to my Dad and Jimmy for me. My condolences to your Mother, Julia and the rest of your family and friends. Rest well my sweet friend.
I will miss you old friend.
Thank you 🙏
You touched my soul in this lifetime
I am forever grateful 🤍
Heather 💫 see you in the stars
To Rodney’s dear family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know how much Rodney was valued in our musical family. He was essential to our tour. I can’t imagine being on the road without him. I will carry his memory with me from here on out.
Rest in peace, Rodney. You will be missed beyond words.
Jim
I can’t believe I’m watching your service 💔! Doesn’t seem real your gone, I’ve known you your whole time you were with Jimmy and it was an honor to work side by side , Irish blessings Rodney ☘️❤️
Peace to all your friends and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rodney was a great colleague and friend on the road. Always ready to talk tech, Vikings and tell stories. Jimmy always through things his way and he would figure it out. Sail on Rodney.
Rodney, We had many great times on the road with Jimmy and the gang over the years. You helped me out with computer stuff many times, and we celebrated quite a few birthdays on the road as well. Much love to you and will hold these gifts you brought to the world in my heart!
Peter
Hope to see you in a different life time. ♥️
Marilyn I am sorry to hear of Rodney passing. My deepest sympathy and hugs.❤️
Rest in Peace Rodo!