Gorden C. Mutcher

Gorden Charles Mutcher, known affectionately as Gordy, passed away on July 1, 2024, at the age of 85 in Grand Forks, N.D. 

Born on November 27, 1938, in Dresden, he lived a fulfilling life characterized by kindness, generosity, and humor. Gordy's early years were spent working for various farmers around his birthplace. He later moved to Grand Forks, where he embarked on a significant career in the pipefitting and welding industry. Gordy was a respected Pipefitter Welder with the Local 300 Pipefitter Trade and Trust of Fargo, ND, retiring in 1997 after decades of dedicated service.

He leaves behind a loving family: his wife, Jeri; and children: Lisa Gregoire, Tammy Stoker, Amy (Jeff) Untermeyer, Dawn Storman, Brenda (Paul) Austin, Bobbie Sorlien, Jolene (Todd) Bruce, Trent (Carri) Stremick, Marie (Terry) Hashaw, Paul (Julie) Stremick, Aaron (Lana) Stremick, and Russ Stremick. Gordy is also survived by his siblings: Myrtle (Robert) Jennings, Norma Ophaug, Grace Kaercher, and Joyce Poss, along with numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his late wives, Connie Mutcher and Sandy Morrison; and siblings: Ilene Mutcher, Idella (Leo) Petri, Doris (Jim) Balsdon, Eugene Mutcher, and Raymond (Kathy) Mutcher. 

Gordy's life was marked by his proud and loving nature, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew him. His legacy of warmth and laughter will be cherished by his family, friends, and community.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, July 8, 2024, at the Presbyterian Church in Langdon, ND, with visitation starting at 12:30 p.m. until the time of the service. Gordy will be laid to rest in St John’s Lutheran Cemetery, Dresden, ND.