Paul Eric Krogstad
March 27, 1959 ~ September 21, 2026
Paul E. Krogstad, 67, Chamberlain, died peacefully, Monday, September 21, 2026, at Dougherty Hospice House in Sioux Falls, SD, after a battle with Pancreatic Cancer.
At Paul’s request there will be no funeral held but a Celebration of Life will be planned in Spring of 2027, with more information to come. A donation can be made to Fishing For A Cure, Inc. (106 E. Beebe Street Chamberlain, SD 57325) or click HERE to donate in memory of Paul and his love for fishing.
Paul Eric Krogstad was born March 27, 1959, in Sioux Falls, SD, to Palmer Krogstad Jr. and Mildred (Milli Brockhouse) Krogstad. After his father passed away, Paul moved to Mitchell, SD, with his mother Milli, who was then united in marriage with Dr. Floyd Gillis, in 1969. Paul attended school there and graduated from Mitchell High School in 1977. After high school, Paul attended Mitchell Vo-Tech and worked for Nortel Networks for most of his career, and then made his home in Chamberlain, SD, where he could be close to the river. Following his time with Nortel, Paul worked locally at St. Joseph’s Indian School, Chamberlain Wholesale, and as a fishing and hunting guide.
Paul was known for his love of fishing and competed in many tournaments. His life journey was the pursuit of Walleyes. His license plate which read “WALL I,” exemplified the passion he had for the sport. Paul was also passionate about the outdoors, hunting, playing cribbage, pool, and cooking.
Thankful for sharing his life are his siblings, Linda (Al) Hoefert, Sioux Falls, SD, Lana (Ron) Wiblemo, Camdenton, Mo; half-brother, Mike (Lila) Gillis, Yankton, SD; step-brothers, Rick (Miggs) Gillis, KS, John Gillis, KS, Floyd Gillis III, KS; and a step-sister, Sue Reaney, MN; a very special nephew, Chet (Nikki) Hoefert, Sioux Falls, SD; and many more nieces, nephews, and special friends that he shared his life with: Rick Schochenmaier, Dan Giles, Shawn Griffin, Steve Smith, and Tim Ellsworth.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Palmer Krogstad, Milli Gillis; and his step-father, Floyd Gillis.
Fly high and keep chasing them walleyes bud, sure will miss you. We made a lot of memories!!!!😊
I’m sure you and Uncle Rick had a great reunion. I’ll always remember all the Walleye tournaments we fished against each other. You will be missed, enjoy your time on the Big River. Godspeed Brother.
FLY High Paul. You lived life well and on your own terms.
So many great things about Paul. It would take forever to name them all. Great guy to be around and fish with. He will be missed, that’s for sure. Fishing and Chamberlain will not be the same without him. Deepest Condolences to all friends and family. God’s comfort and blessings to all
We sure are gonna miss you at the campground cookouts! Always the best cook hands down!
My “uncle” Paul was one of the best people I’ve been lucky enough to call family. I hope that he and dad had a great reunion over a bottle of crown and a great fishing story. He will be greatly missed by my brother, my mom and I.