Thomas Hunter Sabo

Thomas Hunter Sabo, 18, of Langdon, North Dakota, passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at 1:00pm at the United Lutheran Church in Langdon. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 5:00pm-7:00pm with a 7:00pm prayer service at the church.

With heavy hearts and aching souls, we remember Thomas Hunter Sabo, a radiant light in our lives whose time on this earth was far too short, yet deeply and beautifully meaningful.

Born on March 14th, 2007, Hunter was a gentle soul, full of quiet strength, compassion, and a light that quietly filled every space he entered. His presence brought calm, joy, and a kind of peace that made others feel safe and loved.

Hunter had a contagious laugh, the kind of smile that could light up a room and lift even the heaviest of hearts. He loved making others laugh, often with a perfectly timed joke, a quick-witted remark, or just by being his playful one-of-a-kind self. He was loyal and deeply considerate. He was unbelievably stubborn but would give you the shirt off his back without a second thought.

He helped so many, often without ever saying a word. He simply showed up, offered comfort, lent his strength, and never asked for anything in return. He was a quiet teacher who led by example, showing others how to be kind, how to be patient, and how to carry quiet courage. His heart was tender and true, thoughtful, generous, and wise beyond his years.

Hunter had a strong faith in God, which served as a quiet but steady foundation throughout his life. His belief gave him strength, shaped his character, and guided the way he treated others.

Hunter recently took a proud step toward one of his lifelong dreams by enlisting in the North Dakota Army National Guard as a 91B Light-Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic. From a young age, he was drawn to the mechanics of how things worked, and joining the Guard combined his passion for service with his love for fixing and building. Holding the rank of Private First Class (PFC), he was already on the path to earning his next rank of Specialist (SPC). He was preparing to leave for basic training and advanced individual training this summer, a challenge he embraced with quiet determination and pride. At the same time, Hunter was working hard to graduate in May and had plans to attend NDSCS in Wahpeton this fall to pursue a degree in Diesel Mechanics, following a passion that ran deep in his soul.

Hunter found joy in the simple things. Whether it was fixing cars with his hands, heading out on long drives, getting lost in the peace of a hike, or chasing the thrill of an open road or a spontaneous adventure, those moments made him feel most alive. In motion, in nature, and in solitude, he was calm, connected, and free.

His gentle spirit and unwavering kindness left a lasting imprint on all of our hearts. He was an old soul, steady, intuitive, and deeply attuned to the people around him, offering understanding and compassion in ways that defied his age.

Though his earthly journey has ended, Hunter’s spirit lives on in the memories we hold, the love he gave, and the lives he forever changed. He will continue to live through his loving mother, Jessica, and his devoted father, Thomas. Through his beloved sisters Mallorie, Emma, Kaylee, Charis, Kaylece, and Mariah, who will forever carry his light within them and walk forward with his quiet strength beside them.

We will remember him in every soft breeze, every kind word, every engine rev, and every moment of stillness. We will honor him by living with the same love, humor, compassion, and quiet strength he so effortlessly embodied.

Rest gently now, sweet Hunter. You are loved more than words can ever say and missed beyond measure.

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