William Francis Lorenz
August 23, 1967 ~ February 7, 2026
Born in:
Langdon, North Dakota
Resided in:
West Fargo, North Dakota
William Francis Lorenz (Willy/Billy), 58 West Fargo, ND– Bill Lorenz passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026 surrounded by his family at home. Born August 23, 1967 and raised in Langdon, ND to Terry & Faye Lorenz, Bill grew up with his two brothers Troy and Kelly Lorenz.
After graduating from Red River High School in 1987 and then technical school, he went on to major in business at the University of North Dakota and the University of Mary. In 1995, Bill started working as a welder and eventually moved into robotics and maintenance for Case New Holland (CNH) where he served a total of 26 years. While living in Fargo he met and married the love of his life, Nichoel on April 21, 2006. Known for his witty humor, hard work ethic, and charming personality, Bill loved going to work at CNH with those red tractors, traveling with his loved ones, spending time at the camper, tackling projects in the garage, and buying tackle. He loved being a Father and Papa more than anything and together, Bill and Nichoel raised a beautiful family and created a lifetime of memories.
Bill is lovingly remembered by his wife, Nichoel; his children, Jasmine, 33 (Greg, 45) Gibson (Germantown, MD), Emily, 30 (Sean, 29) Nouv (Thief River Falls, MN), Kristen, 25 (West Fargo, ND) and Lucas, 19 (West Fargo, ND) Lorenz; His grandchildren, Zoey Gibson, 14, Skye Gibson, 9, Pepper Nouv, 3, and Watson Nouv, 1; his brother, Kelly (Carolina) Lorenz (Boca Ratan, FL); his nieces, Londyn, 32 (Tim, 39) Sola (Mapleton, ND), Alex Lorenz,30 (Duluth, MN); his nephew Jackson Lorenz, 29 (Duluth, MN); his many loving cousins; and a wide circle of friends who were blessed by his kindness.
Bill was preceded in death by his father Terry (Marcia) Lorenz (Langdon, ND), his mother Faye Lorenz (West Fargo, ND), and brother Troy Lorenz (West Fargo, ND.)
A celebration of life will take place on February 21, 2026 from 1-4pm at the Millennium Ballroom Avalon -2525 9th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104
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Bill was a great co-worker and enjoyed his humor. Will be missed
Thinking and praying for all of you at this time. 🙏
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Brian Hegge
I sm do sorry for your loss. Worked close to him for years st CNH. Will be in my memories forever…
We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for your comfort during this difficult time.
-Mindy Bell & family
So sorry for your loss. Nice guy. Great father to
My grandchildren
Ilene B Hawkinson
I was Billy!s nanny in Langdon ND. He was so very inquisitive!! Smart boy! He would take bikes apart, and watches, etc. He wanted to see how they worked!! I enjoyed him very much.
So sorry for your loss,he was a great dad,and grandpa,loved his entire family so much,may the Lord be with you through this tough time!
To the family of Bill Lorenz. I never met him but his dad, Terry was my first cousin, and growing up Terry and I were good friends, being first cousins helped. So many memories came rushing back and I am so sad to hear of his pasting. Much too young. Another important fact was his grandparents were my God parents. when I was Baptist. So sorry for your loss and I will keep you in my prayers.