"my uncle bill was a kind and loving man, he taught me to drive and often let me drive his car from grandmas house. hed let us ride to school on cold winters days and he took me to hospital when i had a dart thrown in my foot i love you uncle"
In loving memory of
William (Bill) T. Kryger, Sr.
August 31, 1931 - December 30, 2011
William T. (Bill) Kryger, Sr., 80, of Dakota City, NE passed away at a Sioux City hospital on Friday, December 30, 2011.
Memorial services will be held at 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 5, 2011 at the Mohr Funeral Home in South Sioux City, NE with Pastor Randall Knuth officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Visitation will begin at 5:00 P.M. at the funeral home on Thursday, with the family present at 6:00 P.M., prior to the service. Condolences may be posted online at www.mohrfuneralhome.com.
Bill was born in Yankton, S.D. on August 31, 1931, the son of John P. and Daisy B. (Pond) Kryger. He grew up in rural Meckling, S.D. He married Delores Anderson in South Sioux City, NE on July 28, 1951. The couple lived in Sioux City, IA before moving to Dakota City, NE, where he remained until his death. Delores passed away on December 13, 2007.
Bill worked for Cargill in Sioux City, IA for 43 years. He enjoyed gardening, fishing and hunting.
He was a very loving husband, father and grandfather.
Survivors include one daughter, Connie and her son, Matthew Kryger; one son, Bill Kryger and his special friend, Monica Mullins, all of Sioux City, IA; grandson, Dustin (Erika) Kryger and great-granddaughter, Kierstyn, with another brother or sister on the way, of Bakersfield, CA; several nieces and nephews; and special friends, Jamie and his wife, Jeri Bowman, and their daughters of South Sioux City, NE.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Delores; 7 brothers; and 2 sisters.
Tributes
"connie and Bill (Billy) I want to express my heart felt sympathy , I will miss My dear friend and brotherin law, he was more like a brother to me and always there for me when my dear sister,your mom Delores passed away. Hes been such a good friend and was always willing to help and do anything he could for me,I miss him so much rest in peace Bill"
"Connie and Billy: There are no words that can express my heartfelt sympathy. I am thankful that I had such a wonderful Uncle. Whenever I came to town we would meet for breakfast or lunch and spend the time talking and laughing. He was a wonderful Uncle and I will miss him. We can thank God that he is in no more pain and suffering, but know that he continues to watch over us."
"Uncle bill. you were the best uncle a girl could ever wish for. you were so nice to me teaching me to drive your car and i remember when I got a homemade dart in my foot, you came and took me to the hospital right away and I remember going to Grandma Andersons with you and aunt delores and connie and Billy , you let me drive home many times. you always had the best tomatoes too. I remember having a cucumber eating contest with my brother vern at your garden, god did I ever get sick. I will miss you and your smile and your kindness love you uncle Bill and connie and cuz Bill (Billy) "
"I will always remember Grandpa Bill's love for his family.Everyone of them meant the world to him.He was the kind of man that couldn't give enough to anyone.Through his garden you could see his love-all his hard work & sweat made the most beautiful vegetables I've ever seen or ate. He was one of the most loving,caring & giving men I ever knew--just had to love the man...My prayers to all of you"
"Connie,Bill,& Families,I am so sorry to hear about Grandpa Bill. He was a great man,very loving,caring,& always there if you needed him.He always grew a beautiful garden. With all the love and sweat he put into it every year you knew how much he loved his garden. He showed so much love for his family-he could never give enough.I will always remember him for his smile & laugh.He was a wonderful man with a big heart."
"Bill - My heart felt condolenscenses to you and your family. "
"We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Kryger's passing. We remember him sitting out watching his garden. Was a very peaceful/calming thing to see. neighbors at 1521 Hickory"