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David “Tubby” Bymoen
David “Tubby” George Bymoen, 77, of New Rockford, ND died Monday, March 11, 2024, at his home.
Tubby was born December 27, 1946, in New Rockford, ND to George Manfred and Anna (Ekrem) Bymoen. He grew up in New Rockford and graduated from New Rockford High School in 1964. He was active in football, basketball, and track, and played legion baseball in the summers. Tubby received his bachelor’s degree from Jamestown College in 1968 in German and education and received a post-baccalaureate scholarship to study in Germany after graduation. During his tenure at Jamestown, he played football under Rollie Greeno and was part of the 1966 football team that was inducted into the Jamestown College Athletic Hall of Fame in 2003.
In 1982 Tubby married Sandy Nygaard. Together they had a son, Kyler George Bymoen, or Kyler-Man as he was nicknamed by his aunt, Joelyn. Tubby and Sandy later divorced and Kyler passed away in 2000.
Tubby’s career was as varied as his stories. He worked in construction, the post office in Everett, WA, at Hanson’s Bar, and owned and operated Bymoen Septic Service and a sign business in New Rockford. His true passion was teaching, and he taught physical education and German in K-12 schools in both Warren, MN and New Rockford. The last 28 years of his teaching career was spent in New Rockford, where he coached football, volleyball, and track. He especially enjoyed taking students in his German class to Germany and Switzerland. Tubby was named the 2003-2004 NDHSCA Class B 9-man Football Coach of the Year and later the 2006-2007 Class A Region III Football Coach of the Year.
In addition to teaching and coaching, Tubby understood the importance of giving back. In a 2018 interview he stated, “It is just part of being from a town like New Rockford. We are good at getting things done.” Tubby was an active board member for Dollars for Scholars since the time of its inception in 2004 and was currently serving on the board for the new gym project for New Rockford-Sheyenne school. His commitment to the New Rockford community and the New Rockford Rockets was often witnessed through his fundraising activities, including many wienerschnitzel feeds at the Eagles Club. Outside of school Tubby enjoyed golfing, hunting, and the outdoors. His work on the family homestead north of New Rockford earned him an achievement award from the USDA, and he was often found taking on a new project at the farm. Although Tubby retired in 2013, he regularly filled in as a substitute teacher and had been in the classroom the full week prior to his passing.
Tubby is survived by his niece, Rachael (Martin) Brash of Bismarck, ND; 2 grandnieces, Anna and Elsa; several cousins, and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son Kyler; and sister and brother-in-law, Joelyn and Bob Scriba.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the gym project and Dollars for Scholars, both in New Rockford.
Tubby’s Visitation will be Thursday, March 14, 2024, 1:00PM – 5:00PM at Evans Funeral Home and from 6:00PM – 7:00PM at First Lutheran Church followed by a Prayer Service at 7:00PM all in New Rockford.
A Funeral Service will be held Friday, March 15, 2024, at 10:00AM at First Lutheran Church, New Rockford.
His Burial will be at the Prairie Home Cemetery, New Rockford.
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It is with a heavy heart to find out the news of Mr.Bymoen passing! “Tubby” instantly became one of my favorite humans. He always made me laugh with his quick wit and hilarious jokes. I will miss this man tremendously!
Oh Tubby, what a horrible day today is… you are one of the kindest people I have ever known! You were such a blessing to my mothers life, and brought her so much happiness! For that, I thank you! I truly hope you knew what a special person you are!!!
I will greatly miss my good friend. Rest in peace Tubby.
Bymoen was a kind teacher even though we had a few arguments its sad that he has passed
I’ve known Tubby since I was in elementary school. I have never heard him say one bad or mean thing about another person. His service and devotion to the NR high school and the city of New Rockford was exemplary. There are far too few people like him in this world.
sorry to hear about tubby’s passing
So sorry to hear of Tubby’s passing. Mr. Bymoen was a clever man with a great sense of humor. He taught German and coached the Rockets into a couple of football championship games. He brought a measure of excellence from his students. He will be missed!
Herr Bymoen was my German teacher at Warren High School (MN) back in the 1970’s. His humor was unmatched and his support of students the same. In later years he encouraged me to write and as a direct result, I will be publishing my third book which he specifically encouraged me to finish. He also made it his mission to give recognition to unknowns in the cemetery. He persevered until he found the names buried in unmarked graves. People were important to him. Rest in Peace, you dear, dear loving man. My warm sympathies to his family.
So sorry to hear of Mr. Bymoen’s passing. I have many fond memories of our German classes as well as the trip to Germany. My condolences to his family and friends.
Always one of my favorite people. May he rest in peace. And, may his memory be blessing to his family and friends.
Tubby… I’ll miss all the long talks we had about random things. I’ll miss your humor, your sarcasm and your attitude. I’ll miss repairing your bow after you dry fire it, cooking schnitzel with you, and sitting in your garage with a beer. You were one of a kind, and the world won’t be as interesting with you gone.
Geh mit Gott, mein freund
On behalf of my siblings, Lovie, Karlene and Brian, I extend our sincerest condolences to Mr. Bymoen’s family. We all had him as a teacher and/or coach when he taught at the Warren (MN) High School. One of his fellow teachers, was our Dad, who became a very close friend of Dave’s. May he rest in peace.
Dave and I were at UJ (Jamestown College) at the same time. He was a Frosh when I was a Senior. We reconnected at UJ during the dedication of the Newman Arena. His late sister, Joelyn, was in my class and on the faculty at UJ. Dave had a fine career in education and will be remembered by former students, friends, and family. He was a quality man.
Dave, my friend for 54 years. We taught together at Warren High School, Warren, MN. You have been a blessing to all who have been touched by you. AL.
Herr Bymoen was one of my favorite high school teachers, sparking a continued love of the German language and Rammstein. He was utterly devoted to our community right to the end, and to me one of the great characters of New Rockford. I hope he is at peace now. My sincere condolences to his family and dear ones. Ich hoffe, dass wir uns irgendwann, irgendwo wieder treffen werden, vielleicht “gleich um die Ecke,” wie du immer gesagt hast. Danke für alles.
Tubby was with the class of Jamestown College 1968. He was one of a kind – a fun guy to be around. He helped me with our 50th class reunion and he was always there for anyone that needed him. I hope that his hometown will name the gymnasium after him that he has been trying to get funded. He was so proud of that project. Rest in peace my friend.
David, Thank you for all you did with and for your friends, you are truly unforgettable. Rest in Peace, I will miss our philosophical conversations and our similar humor. Rosemary S. Linderman Worlein, Psy.D
David, to say you are going to be missed would be an major understatement. Rest in peace, my friend.
What can we say that hasn’t already been said! Tubby was an icon in NR! He was our neighbor and our good friend. He and my sister were friends from childhood. Now they are regaling the angels in heaven with their humor ! He’s probably is getting a fund-raising wienersnitchel feed organized right now! Maybe the angels need a new gym! 🤣
Tubby may be gone but he will never be forgotten! 🥰💕
Rachel and family you have our deepest sympathy. 🙏🏼
Remembering Tubby fondly from New Rockford High. My sincere sympathy to his family and friends.
So long to an old family friend for so many years. My Brother, Lowell, your life-long friend, classmate, and teammate, will be happy to see you. I can remember you and him playing together as very young lads. You have been a tremendous advocate and treasure to our home town-New Rockford and will be greatly missed.
Was so sorry to hear of Tubbys passing. Will miss him stopping by to visit. Enjoyed local history of New Rockford and even brought me a souvenir cities service pocket knife. Enjoyed reminiscing about Germany trips and never failed to keep in touch with Janessa. Always upbeat he couldn’t wait to get out and work on his farm. Very blessed to have know him.
Rest in peace Herr Bymoen. So glad we kept in touch over the years. Thanks for being such a nice human being.
I’ve known Tubby since we were kids. His parents were my godparents. My dad was the reason he worked in Everett WA one summer while in college. We did share some fun times together.
It was so fun to reconnect with Tubby last fall after my brother Lew died. That phone call meant the world to me. Lew always looked forward to his 4th of July golf games with Tubby in NR. They are probably getting a game together right now! NR has lost a true treasure. He will be missed!
Tubby was a true New Rockford Rocket through-and-through… I’m pretty sure he bled blue and gold (and now black added for good measure). I miss the banter between him and my dad at sporting events, and hope they have a great seat together upstairs. Rest in peace Tubby!
Mr. Bymoem was a great teacher and my track and basketball coach in Warren. Many great memories
of him at Warren High School. New Rockford lost a good guy.
Tubby was one of my very early playmates (early 1950s). He lived a city block from us and I visited his home many times. He went to public school and I went to St James, but we reconnected during our high school years (same class). Tubby was alway a class act and very talented in sports. I have enjoyed knowing him as a youngster and more recently on the New Rockford Facebook page. I was shocked when I read he has passed. He will truly be missed.
Although I’m two years his senior I’ve always respected this man his quick wit and good will toward all was his and his alone ! May he rest in peace !
I knew Tubby well for almost 40 years, and I have to agree with all of the comments about him. He was one of a kind! I will miss his sense of humor and commitment to New Rockford. Our foreign exchange student from Germany was taught by Tubby, and became a good friend with him. Tubby loved those trips to Germany with his German class. He will truly be missed.
From teacher to relative to neighbor: Tubby was all of them to me and much more. He was a friend first and foremost to everyone that had the pleasures of knowing Tubby. In the later years when we were neighbors, I would watch his Siamese Cats looking out of their favorite window. New Rockford was very fortunate to have you as a citizen. With everything that you have accomplished, the list would be so long that it would and did turn into roadway to Heaven. Rest in Peace Tubby!
Tubby was a great man, coach, teacher and friend. He was such a unique person. I am lucky to have had the privilege of knowing him and working with him. Our sons also thought the world of Tubby as their coach and teacher. You worked nonstop during your lifetime. Now it’s time for you to rest in peace.
Sending my condolences to the family, and friends of Tubby. I know everyone near and far, are feeling the void Tubby has left.
David “Tubby” Bymoen was a good man!
A fine fella he was, could always get a smile n witty remark from Tubby. RIP my friend. Condolences to his family n many friends who will miss his presence in their lives.
Oh Tubby I am so sad about this news. You weren’t supposed to ever pass … kind of like Santa Claus; having a HUGE presence in so many lives.
I loved your humor and you would get me almost every time thinking you were telling me a serious story and in the end … it was a joke ! I’ll always remember your Honey Wagon.
Mr.Bymoen was one of my favorites! RIP
Sadly, another classmate gone. Tubby was such a vital part of the class of 1964. He was a very special guy! Sara Haas Bloom
I would visit Tubby while I was working up in ND and I learned more about New Rockford from him than I ever learned in the 18 years I lived there. He was so much fun and a pretty good cook! I was really sad to hear of his passing.
The team at Cows and Co Creamery is so sad to hear of the passing of Tubby.
We didn’t know him long, but he made sure we knew him after visiting just once. He certainly seemed to have left a lasting impact on the community. When he walked into the creamery I would get a big smile on my face. I loved talking with him about German and Dutch foods. I don’t think I can make an iced latte or have a good “crusty broodje” with cheese without thinking of him. And of course I’ I’ll think of him every time we have schnitzel.