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Roger Capouch

roger capouch

February 9, 1943 ~ December 2, 2023

Roger passed away suddenly on December 2, 2023. Roger was born in Park River, North Dakota on February 9th, 1943. He was one of 13 children and was the baby of the family. He grew up in Conway, North Dakota and his favorite sport was playing baseball. He married the love his life Sue Thorvilson in 1963 and they moved to Minneapolis from North Dakota. They had 4 children together that they raised in NE Minneapolis. Roger played softball for many years in NE Minneapolis. He was a great ball player. Roger worked as a radiator man for many years and then retired. Roger loved spending time with his family, sports, and his animals. He loved making his famous chili, goulash, and Mostaccioli for his family. Everyone that met Roger loved him. He had a kind heart and made many friends in his life. He loved the New York Yankees, Horse Racing, North Dakota Fighting Sioux, and baseball hats. His most favorite thing to do in retirement was betting horses and going to Running Aces Casino to spend time with his very special friends at the track. We will forever miss him and always keep him close in our hearts. Roger's wishes were to be cremated and no funeral. His family will have a celebration of his life. Roger is survived by his wife of 60 years, Sue Capouch; children, Jennifer Warner (Jeff), Jason Capouch, Jessica Capouch, and Jarolyn Glaser (Rick); grandchildren, Jake Capouch, Gabrielle Paradise, Colton Warner (Alexis), Hunter Warner (Alexis), Dillon Warner (Olivia), & Bronson Warner; great-grandchildren, Joselyn Warner, Ava Warner, Gabe Warner, Naomi Warner, and he was excited for the upcoming birth of Juliana Warner; sister, Patti Rouleau and his dog Max that he loved playing fetch with. Roger is preceded in death by father, Philip Capouch; mother, Drahomira Capouch; siblings, Lorraine Guzek, Harold Capouch, Myra Guzek, Raymond Capouch, Philip Capouch, Irene Capouch, Norman Capouch, Frank Capouch, Francis Capouch, Lawrence Capouch, & Marie Bakke; beloved grandson, Luke Capouch.

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  1. Dad, I can’t believe I’m writing in your obituary , but yes I am ..your life was already planned by God and the day your were born is as important as the day you passed, it’s hurts so deeply that I can’t see you again on earth but I accept it and cherish the 54 years I did have , please know I feared this day for years, hoping mom and family would be ok. Gods timing is always right on. Dad because of Covid and my move I didn’t see you for 3 years , I knew your 60 th anniversary was a must to attend no matter what !!! when you looked at me and cried ,our eyes said everything that’s was needed ,I still feel that great big hug from that day ,and I immediately wanted to be the one to put your plate together and hand it to you as you sat and visited with your buddies, as I did on thanksgiving ,serving you was my honor and hopefully you felt my love and respect and thankfulness of all you did for me. On thanksgiving I already knew …that’s why I brought my homework downstairs to lay in your bed with you as you watched football , Dad I knew it was the last time , I laid my head on your shoulder and listen to u mumbling about foot ball score and laughed so hard. Your one of a kind then you said this is good , because I can be your helper to dinner , as you got up to get ready to go upstairs I sat at edge of bed and looked at your football notes and laughed, I have to idea what the hell they were about …but I’ve seen them since a child, I knew it was top priority documents, lol. Then I said what do I do dad , you said run up the stairs and wait.. I watched u get on elevator and thought I was helping giving mom a break nope, there she was next to me and again you had your family assistants more then gladly as we walk up the ramp, you said this is the part Jess the hill were I might fall backwards, I said oh no Dad your a beast strong as can be you dig in and go. Dad when I was hurt so badly and scared you drove to another state to be by my side for surgery, I’ll never forget how you loved me I’m so lucky to have had you as my dad ,the way you acted the way your dressed, it was very much you ,and I love how softball hats brought you joy , and the way nothing was ever mentioned of some choice or something I did that the outcome wasn’t the best. You just loved me

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  3. Dad I love you so much. My heart will never be the same without you. I know you are in Heaven with Lukie and all your family. I know you will be watching over us. One day I will see you again and my heart will be complete. Love you always, Jarolyn

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  4. I deeply regret not taking more time to talk politics with Roger. Together, we solved all of country’s problems from his home. We were definitely on the same page. He’ll be missed
    Hunter Mertes

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  5. My greatest memory of Roger was when he would call me on Saturday nights to remind me that he and Sue will be picking me up for Church on Sunday morning and I don’t think it was optional either. He loved 🎁 presents and was very grateful for a little ones and big ones alike! He was a simple man, with a big , big heart! We are all saddened by his sudden departure, and trust that he is now more alive than he was while here on earth. Gazing upon the face of Jesus and enjoying families to include our beloved Lukie. Roger, you will be missed dearly and remembered with love always! Until we meet again, because it’s never goodbye it is always see you later!

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  6. Sending my deepest condolences to Jarolyn and family. My Dad, John, really enjoyed meeting Roger, Jarolyn, and his brother Rick up at Running Aces to bet on the races. He sounded like a fun man to be around, and if he got my Dad outta his shell than Roger sure was a special person.

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    • Thank you Megan sorry for your loss. My Dad enjoyed talking with your Dad. John and Roger will be talking in Heaven.

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  7. My heartfelt condolences to the Roger Capouch family.
    I’ve been going to racetracks since 1985. Over the years I have met many horse handicappers. I have my own short list of handicappers in my Hall of Fame. Roger is one of those people, not because of his cunning ability to handicap but because he was such a great person. Roger was just loved by everyone. Sunday there was a feeling of emptiness among all knowing the end seat in the back row will no longer have our friend Roger Capouch residing.

    Thomas Noland…..I can hear Roger now calling from heaven, “Y
    es, Tom the good news is they do have baseball in heaven the bad news is your scheduled to pitch tomorrow night”.

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    • Thank you for your condolences. Please let all my Dad’s track friends know that they were very special to him. My Dad’s favorite thing in life was to go to Running Aces to bet the horses and see his friends. His obituary picture was him on his way to the track. His smile says it all! Our Dad was one of a kind and he will be forever missed.

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  8. Dad, I sure miss you today 🥲 can’t stop thinking of you ❤️ I know in my heart you’re happy and at peace , I feel you watching out for me . I love you Dad Mom is been on the phone none stop with your friends and family showing love and condolences, people sure enjoyed you Dad ! You were an incredible father ,husband to mom and apparently a great great friend and hard working, honest man. RIP Dad

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