Bryon Botner

Message from Crystal

It's hard to put into words... this news was shocking and heartbreaking. I am forever grateful to Bryon for his support and friendship to Jason and I over the last couple years. I miss his smile and kindness. He is an irreplaceable friend. My heart goes out to Kathy during this difficult time. I am thinking of that fun day we came to see you guys at the cabin and went out on the boat. God has an interesting way of determining our paths. Sending you love and a huge comforting hug Kathy.

A candle was lit by Crystal Aakre on September 7, 2017 11:35 AM

A candle was lit by Mary Kurtenbach on September 4, 2017 10:16 PM

Message from Bill and Diane Stocks

There are no words that can really express our sorrow in this loss of a very good friend.
Our hearts ache but also rejoice for having memories of great times with Bryon and Kathy.
So sorry we couldn't make it to the service. We are with you Kathy in spirit.

A candle was lit by Bill and Diane Stocks on September 2, 2017 10:39 AM

A candle was lit by Lori Otteson on September 1, 2017 5:50 PM

A candle was lit by Brad and Cindy Schmitz on September 1, 2017 5:28 PM

A candle was lit by David Hendrickson on September 1, 2017 4:30 PM

A candle was lit by Bob and Staci Kouba on September 1, 2017 2:36 PM

A candle was lit by Julie Johnson on September 1, 2017 10:43 AM

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Bryon you will always be fondly remembered by the Class of '75. Your fun loving outlook and smile will be missed. May your family and friends find comfort in the memories you leave behind.

A candle was lit by Chris getchell on September 1, 2017 1:29 AM

A candle was lit by Maxine Feldt on August 31, 2017 9:18 PM

A candle was lit by Craig & Kari Cline on August 31, 2017 9:17 PM

A candle was lit by Brenda - Gerdon - Dye , Breckenridge, ND on August 31, 2017 4:45 PM

A candle was lit by Noel Guthmiller on August 31, 2017 7:15 AM

A candle was lit by Gary and lola keller on August 31, 2017 6:41 AM

A candle was lit by Tami Even, Las Vegas, NV on August 30, 2017 11:04 PM

Message from Brenda and Dave Podetz

It's hard to find the words that can express the loss and pain we feel over Brian's passing. He was a central figure that brought together our friends for Saturday breakfasts, Packer vs Viking games, Christmas parties, and motorcycle rides. He never missed calling me for my sobriety birthday. My last conversation with him was funny. He commented that my hair was turning gray and he'd never noticed before. He was dropping off the chairs and tables for our block party. Told me he was going to be sixty and joked about how we used to be the young ones. I kissed his cheek, thanked him for the tables and chairs and as always told him I love him. He said "no problem, you'd do it for me, love you too Bren" and off he went to go back to work. I can't imagine what Kathy and the rest of his family and friends are going through. For me it hurts to breathe and seems impossible to imagine a world without him in it. I'm so grateful he was my friend.

A candle was lit by Dave & Jill Hudson on August 30, 2017 10:49 PM

Message from Dave Halvorson

I was very surprised to read of Bryon's passing. He was a person I loved to run into. He always greeted me with a huge smile. Though we were primarily acquaintances I felt he sincerely cared about my well being and recovery when we saw each other. He did an act of kindness for me in the late 80's I will never forget. I extend my sympathy to his family and many close friends.

Message from Jess hapala

Prayers in this difficult time always enjoyed seeing him always a smile & a hello

Message from Bobbie and Bob Krag

Kathy - just wanted you to know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May your memories comfort you in your time of loss.

Message from Terri Zastrow

Bryon, you were always such a kind person and classmate.
With sincere sympathy in your time of sorrow.

Message from Mark Nelson

So sorry to hear this news. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bryon is a fondly remembered classmate.

A candle was lit by Ilene Tehven in Memory of Lowell Tehven for Bryon on August 30, 2017 1:16 PM

A candle was lit by Ilene Tehven on August 30, 2017 1:12 PM

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Rest well Bryon. Bryon will be so missed by so many. Just the few times I saw him, it was always a big hug!! He was always such a good friend to my Son Chad. Now they will see each other again. Peace and love to You Kathy, and the family of Bryon.

Message from Ernest Feland

Byron was a great friend. Always had time to talk. I have know Bryon since we lived in Gwinner. He will be missed.

Message from Darci Asche

Bryon was such an important part of our 1975 class; full of fun and life. I'm so sad for his family. Rest in peace, Bryon.

Message from Susan Løken

Clearly a lot of people felt the same way about Bryon as we did. You are a fortunate woman to have been loved by such a fabulous man.

A candle was lit by Jeanne Watkins on August 30, 2017 9:19 AM

A candle was lit by Jodi Nelson Spaeth on August 30, 2017 8:47 AM

Message from Darcy Wright

Bryon was great and will be incredibly missed. Every time he came in to place his order here at Dacotah Paper he had a smile for us, no matter how his day was going. Bryon and I bonded over our love of animals and I would beg him to bring one of his pups along when he would stop by. He is going to be incredibly missed by all of us here. Our deepest sympathies are with you during this difficult time.

A candle was lit by Lynn & Bonnie Johnson on August 30, 2017 8:19 AM

Message from Chris and Theresa

Ride with the angels Bryon!! You finally graduated. You were an angel to us. You will be missed by so many. Love you Kathy. Big hugs to you. God's got you.

A candle was lit by Chris and Theresa Miller on August 30, 2017 4:37 AM

Message from Kathy Barber

Bryon you always treated me like an old friend that you sit down with and share stories about the "remember when " days. Your family and friends will gather soon to say their good byes but I am not going to do that. I am going to think of you that day like I have been doing these last few days and will just say "See you again bud and save me a spot ok " I will miss you my friend say hi from me when you see all our friends that have gone before us and tell them I miss them

A candle was lit by Tammy and Dave Akason on August 29, 2017 10:31 PM

A candle was lit by Bruce Ray Fargo, ND on August 29, 2017 7:54 PM

A candle was lit by Tom Cavalier on August 29, 2017 7:41 PM

A candle was lit by Jim and Diane Rolfzen..Litchville North Dakota on August 29, 2017 5:51 PM

Message from Bob & Marg Sullivan-Fargo,ND

Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Remember one-day-at-a-time

Message from Butch and Sue Nyhus, Frog Trail, Star Lake

We were so sorry to hear that Bryon passed. We want you to know we are thinking about you and hold you in the light.

A candle was lit by Sheila Frovarp on August 29, 2017 1:30 PM

A candle was lit by Janis Botner on August 29, 2017 10:17 AM

A candle was lit by Susan and John Kaulbars on August 29, 2017 8:09 AM

A candle was lit by Daryl & Vicky Anderson on August 28, 2017 7:38 PM

A candle was lit by Mike Aldrich on August 28, 2017 7:24 PM

A candle was lit by Mike & Lori Morgan on August 28, 2017 2:45 PM