Warren (Butch) Pobst
October 10, 1949 ~ June 4, 2022
Born in:
Fargo, ND
Resided in:
Fargo, ND
Warren (Butch) Pobst, age 72, died, Saturday, June 4, 2022, at Sanford Health, Fargo.
Butch was born on October 10, 1949, in Fargo at St. Luke’s Hospital to Henry and Jewell (Tang) Pobst. He lived in Grand Forks until he was four when they moved to Salisbury, Maryland. He was undefeated playing tennis in high school and his team was number 1 in the state of Maryland.
Butch spent his summers in Verona, North Dakota with an aunt and uncle, Elaine and Warren Tang. After graduation in 1967 he was in the Air Force serving four years in England as a Morse Code Operator. He was also on the tennis team for the Air Force.
After a few attempts at college life, Butch worked with Young America in Fargo. In 1984 he went to work with ABC Seamless Siding Company in Fargo. His goal was to own a franchise for ABC which he did through a partnership in Bemidji, Mn. In 2006 he and Joe were named Franchise of the year for ABC Seamless. He retired in 2017 and loved his time at home.
Butch married Pat (Sorensen) in 1979 in Grenora. They were blessed with two children, Tricia and Matthew. Early in their relationship Butch coached Pat’s softball team. He loved to tell the story that he knew he was in trouble when everyone came to the first practice with new gloves. Butch enjoyed all sports: tennis, softball, golf and watching Bison football. Butch especially loved playing softball and was a legend pitcher for several teams. Some great stories came from the softball years with people he continued to enjoy when the softball days ended.
Butch’s family was very important to him. They were fortunate to take several trips to warm places every winter. These trips created many happy moments while also experiencing some sad times together.
Everybody hurts sometimes but everything will be okay because the dreams bring back memories.
Cheers to the ones we celebrate today…Butch’s wife, Pat, and children Tricia and Matthew. Tricia’s spouse, Chad, and their four children; Henry, Max, Oliver, and Lucy. Matt’s goldendoodle, Walter, and Butch’s goldendoodle, Alice. Butch’s Aunt Elaine, who was like a second mom and lovingly known as Grandma, Barb and her family, Bob, Logan, Alec, and Miah. Butch’s sisters-in-law and their spouses and children; Cheryl and Reed, Terry and Larry.
Toast to the ones we lost on the way…Butch’s parents and grandparents, his uncle Warren Tang, whom he was named after and attained a dry sense of humor from, his sister Sandy, his brother, Kevin, and parents-in-law Leroy and Viola Sorensen and brother-in-law, Dennis, and his wife Leigh Ann.
Memorials can be directed to the VA in Fargo or St. John Church
Services
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Warren (Butch) Pobst 's name.
Fargo VA Medical Center
2101 Elm St NE
Fargo , ND
(701) 232-3241
https://www.va.gov/fargo-health-care/
St. John Lutheran Church
1710 5th St S
Fargo, ND
(701) 232-8521
https://stjohnfargo.com/
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Pat, Matt, Tricia and family, you are all in my prayers and have my sincerest sympathy. When I think about Butch I remember his recent love of putting puzzles together, his enjoyment of shopping and visiting at the south side Hornbachers, and his witty sense of humor.
Sending love and hugs!
-Jim Boulger
Lovingly, Michele Vannote
Butch was a great guy, full of life, lots of kindness and great sense of humor. Remembering all the college parties and hanging out with friends and family in Verona and Fargo. Thoughts and prayers for all of you.
–Peg (Peterson) Pound
Our thoughts and prayers for you and your family
Joyce (Sorenson) & Mike Leonard
Pat and Family, Mark & I will cherish our memories of Butch. He was a wonderful man, who lived his life in a loving, respectful, and kind way. We are so very sorry for your loss and will keep you all in our hearts.
Pat, I’m so sorry. It is so hard to lose your spouse. I’m glad you had so many years together. Your memories will bring you such a range of emotions and that is as it should be. Sending you so much love and many prayers.
Chris (Hendrickson) Kimball
Pat, this is Trudy KHOURY in Missoula. We were saddened to learn of Butch’s passing. We have so many fond memories of the times we spent with you guys! Please extend our condolences to your family. I know you all have wonderful memories too.
Sincerely,
Trudy and Dave
To Butch’s family,
Butch was my sales trainer at abc Seamless back in the early 90’s. I was fortunate to know him. After driving to Rapid City, SD and spending a week with him to help a franchise get additional work, I realized he was one of the most kind hearted people I had known. I won a trip to Hawaii in ‘95 and I owe it ALL to Butch!
You lost a great man and for that, my heart goes out to his family.
Pat, I just learned of Butch’s passing. I will miss him and his Sanford visits. He usually had all co-workers laughing. I will always smile thinking of Butch and the many good talks we had. He loved his family so much, and proudly would show me photos of his grandkids. Tricia, he was pleased that you & your husband/family chose missionary life. And Matt, he spoke so highly of you too. I am praying for you all. Earthly goodbyes sting, but promises of everlasting life are our strength and true hope. Barb Moe 1Corinthians 2:9
Pat and Family, Sending you all my sympathy. It is a hard time, trust the Lord and lean on your friends and family to get you through the days ahead. Cherish the memories. Prayers, Becky Cofer
Pat, so sorry to just learn of Butch’s passing. Please know my thoughts are with you. Mari
Hi Pat,
We were in Fargo last weekend visiting with Brad and Vicki Holm and learned about Butch. We are so sad for you and your children. We have so many great memories of times spent at softball games so many years ago. Lots of prayers and hugs from across the miles.
Dave and Julie Lee
To Pat, Matt, Trisha, Chad, and the grandkids,
What a beautiful photo tribute to recall and remember a special man! These pictures capture your life together, his interests, his loves- each of you! Treasure the happy memories you shared. He will not be forgotten. I will be thinking of you on Wednesday, July 13, 2022.
Robin Carey-Sweeney
What a guy Butch was. We knew of the younger Verona Butch. He was full of so much fun, laughter and shenanigans. Why not he was a Verona person all while there.
He just fit in so good.
We kind of worried who he would marry and he hit the jackpot with Pat. A great person who settled this guy into a hubby, and Dad.
Our Love for Butch ran deep.
The quote from us to Butch is
“HOLD THE PICKLES, HOLD THE LETTUCE “
he probably was the only person to be kicked out of a fast food place.
RIP our Butchie. Love you always.
Bonnie and Buddy.
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Thank you for the endearing comments that help us remember Butch.
I pray my faith in God will help me stop crying so I can then help others.
Steve & Selina