Gerard Stephen “Whitey” Krois Jr., 88, of Saint Paul, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 9th, 2026. Affectionately known as Whitey, he was a proud husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a self-made business owner of Metro Pest Control for over 40 years. Growing up he was a Rice Streeter and attended Washington High School where he was a multi-sport athlete. Later in life he was a longtime Eastsider who enjoyed fishing, golfing and bowling, having recorded 8 perfect 300 games. Whitey loved his family more than anything. You could always find him at the fields, courts and rinks cheering them on. Whitey is survived by his sons Mark and Bryan, and daughter Lorilee Martinson, 8 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents Gerard and Eleanor Krois and the love of his life, Julaine “Judy” Krois. The immediate family will hold a private service to honor and celebrate his life.
