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Paul Kroeger Obituary
Paul Kroeger
July 17, 1938 - April 19, 2021
Paul Kroeger, 82, of Schuyler, died Monday, April 19, 2021, at his home in Schuyler.
The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, April 23, 2021, at Kracl Funeral Chapel in Schuyler with Jerry L. Kracl officiating. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday and from 9:30-10:30 a.m. on Friday. Committal in the Schuyler Cemetery with fire department and military honors. Lunch will follow at the Schuyler Golf Club.
Paul was born July 17, 1938, in Schuyler to George and Louise (Olsen) Kroeger. He attended Schuyler Schools, graduating from Schuyler High School in 1956. He entered the United States Army and served two years in Korea. Paul married Mary Ann Lapacek on Oct. 14, 1963, and they made their home in Schuyler. He entered the family business, Kroeger Repair, with his father and brothers Jack and Bill. Paul later became a partner with Jack, retiring in 2001. He enjoyed teaching his son and grandchildren the fine art of deer hunting, fishing and that spending time with family was very important, often at his "second home" at the lake and maintaining his backyard buffet for the neighborhood birds. When he was younger, he raced Stock cars at four different tracks in the area and made several fishing trips to Minnesota. Paul also loved trips to the casino and the great buffets.
Paul was also very active in the Schuyler Community as a member of the American Legion and VFW, is an honorary member of the Schuyler Volunteer Fire Department and had served as manager of Colfax County Emergency Response. He also served on the Schuyler City Council and Park Board.
Paul is survived by his wife, Mary Ann of Schuyler; daughter, Denise Tomek of Columbus; son, Bob (Lorrie) Kroeger of Schuyler; three grandchildren, Kurtis(Paige Vyhlidal) Kroeger, Joey Kroeger and Kellie Jo Kroeger all of Schuyler; one brother, Bill (Vi) Kroeger of Schuyler; nieces and nephews; cat, Callie; and dog, Bella.
He was preceded in death by his grandson, Mitchell Tomek in 2008; his parents; brothers, Dick, Jack and Jim "Butch" Kroeger; and sister, Georgean Prunty.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to the Colfax County Senior Center.
Kracl Funeral Chapel of Schuyler in charge of arrangements.
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Theresa & Jerry Hilton
April 22, 2021
Denise and family, Wanted you to know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Hoping you can hang on to all the good memories you have with your Dad. Take Care!
Bruce and Jo Dinslage
April 22, 2021
We are sorry to hear of Paul´s passing. Paul was the man who always wore a smile and always ready to help anyone.We are keeping all of you in our prayers.
Brian Schlote
April 21, 2021
My deepest condolences & hugs to the entire family!
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