Donald E. Kroyer
Posted By Ballard Sunder Funeral Home On September 29, 2017 @ 8:54 am In 2017,Obituaries | 5 Comments
Donald “Don” Kroyer, age 62 of Prior Lake, passed away surrounded by his family on September 28, 2017. A time of gathering will be held Saturday, October 7, 2017 from 9-11AM at Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home, Prior Lake. Private burial at St. Michael Catholic Cemetery.
On November 27, 1954 parents Robert and Elizabeth “Betty” (Deutsch) Kroyer celebrated the birth of their son, Donald Edward Kroyer. He was the second of five children to grow up in Prior Lake. In 1973, Don graduated Prior Lake High School. During high school, Don helped local farmers with their work.
Following his high school graduation, Don pursued his true passion—construction. He proudly worked for John Mahoney Construction for over 30 years. Even in his free time, Don would help others with their projects. He especially liked building for people that he knew. Don also worked at Lowe’s in the lumber department for 7 years. He loved to share his building knowledge with the shoppers. More recently, Don worked for the SMSC.
Don’s life was enriched when he met a young lady, Patricia Pirnie, at Freddie’s on the Lake. Pat was drawn to Don’s gentle, caring personality. For over 30 years, they enjoyed their time together—going to the cabin in Brainerd and Robert’s Lake, being with their families, playing RLC, and cheering on the Vikings.
Don is survived by his mother, Elizabeth “Betty” Kroyer; longtime companion, Pat Pirnie; siblings, Jerry (Barb) Kroyer, Ed (Debbie) Kroyer, Larry (Debbie Parizek), Debbie (Barry) Bengston; nieces and nephews, Mike (Sandy) Kroyer, Kelly Evans, Jessica Kroyer, Chris Kroyer, Joe (Jackie) Bengston; many great-nieces and nephews; special extended family, Troy Bobbitt, Jonathan Schoeb, Jami Marks, Alex Marks, Ethan Marks, Alivia Marks and special Godchild Emma Bobbitt; many relatives and friends .
Don is preceded in death by his father, Robert “Bob” Kroyer; nephew, Joshua Kroyer; nephew-in-law, Tyler Evans; and special extended family, Kelli Bobbitt.
The Kroyer Family is proudly cared for by the staff at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation.
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Don worked at Lowe’s he was a very nice man always helping quiet and stubborn. I worked with Don for a few years he was funny, happy and a you to work with. He will be missed. My condolences to the family and friends.
I worked with Donnie for 18 plus years at Mahoney Construction. He was a hard working honest man. He was always there to give a helping hand with projects for my family as well as friends . At the end of a hard working day I enjoyed a couple cold ones with my friend.
To the Kroyer family
We are so very sorry for your loss. Don was a great guy and a fun guy to go to school with.
May your memories help you all get through the tough days ahead.
So sorry to learn of Don’s passing. I can’t attend on Saturday but am sending special, virtual hugs to Pat and all of Don’s loved one’s.
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Don was our night custodian at SMSC. He was always early to work and so reliable. We could always count on Don. He will be very missed by all of us! Bless you and your surviving family members Don!