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Gary Kroger Obituary

Gary Kroger, 69 originally from Madison, SD passed away at his home in Sioux Falls on Thursday, August 15, 2024. Gary was born on November 30, 1954, in Madison, SD. He was the son of Evelyn (Niemann) and Virgil Kroger. He was a graduate of the Madison High School class of 1973. Gary was a die-hard Minnesota Vikings fan. He spent many years employed as a talented masonry worker. Gary is survived by his long-term companion, Robin Dunn of Sioux Falls, SD. Children, Kevin Kroger of Sioux Falls, SD, Amanda (Nick) Hein of Dell Rapids, SD and Tammy (Tony) Chamley of Dell Rapids, SD. 12 grandchildren and one great granddaughter. He is also survived by his brother, Mike (Sally) Kroger of Dell Rapids Sisters: Cindy (Les) Schwiesow of Andover, MN, and Shelia (Terry) Beauvais of Lee Summit, MO. He is preceded in in death by his parents, Evelyn, and Virgil Kroger, his grandparents and niece Carrie Heritage. Visitation will be held Monday, August 26, 2024, 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Home, 4800 S Minnesota Ave, Sioux Falls, SD. Burial will be Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at 9:30 at Minnehaha County Cemetery.

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Published by KELOLAND on Aug. 19, 2024.

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Kim Ernster

August 24, 2024

Our Sympathy to Gary’s Family and Friends. May He rest in peace. ,Kim (Schwiesow) and Kevin Ernster

Kim and Kevin Ernster(Schwiesow)

August 24, 2024

Our Sympathy to All of Gary’s Family and Friends. May He Rest in Peace

Dallas n Choni Schwiesow

August 23, 2024

Sending condolences and prayers. We are so sorry to hear of Garys passing. Gary had a great sense of humor and a great big heart. We will be with you in thoughts and prayers during the services. RIP our friend. Love and God Bless Dallas n Choni Schwiesow.

Rose Gramm

August 21, 2024

Rip you have left great memories to so many people with your kindness.humor and jokes. We will miss you for sure

Rhonda Olson/ Schwiesow

August 20, 2024

The news of Gary passing was sad, sorry for the families loss. Great picture of Gary back in the day!

LeAnne Richeal

August 19, 2024

I have alot of memories of Gary...softball, partying is just a couple.. I have to say he was a good friend & would have given the shirt off his back for you. God Bless his memory! My deepest sympathy to his family.

Tom Kroger

August 19, 2024

Gary was a good guy I lost track of him but I knew him for over 55 years he liked to say don’t pay the ransom I have escaped you sure did rest easy

Wes Goth

August 19, 2024

I have great memories of Gary growing up in Madison including wrestling for MHS & on the local racetrack. Gary had a great sense of humor & always had time for a friend. He will be missed.

Tim Benson

August 19, 2024

Gary was a thoughtful, caring person. He went with me to a couple of AA meetings I attended in Rapid City in 1991. Gary also helped me get acquainted when I moved into an apartment ,by myself , in Sioux Falls in 1992. Gary had a great sense of humor that I'll miss.

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Heritage Funeral Home and Cremation Services - Sioux Falls

4800 S Minnesota Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57108

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