Paul Kruel Sr., age 87, of Saline Twp, died Monday, November 21, 2011 at home in Irondale. Paul was born January 31, 1924 in Irondale, OH. He is the son of the late Nicholas and the late Susanna (Kuputa) Kruel. He married Clara M. Allgood on May 7, 1962.

He was employed by Swank Refractories as a Roof Bolter.

He is survived by his wife: Clara M. (Allgood) Kruel Sr. one son: Paul Kruel Jr. of Irondale, OH; Brother of one sister: Ann Nutz of Midland, PA.

The funeral was held 11:00 am on Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at Roberts Funeral Home, 631 Main Street, Wellsville, OH with Rev. Peter Haladej officiating. Burial was in Chestnut Grove Cemetery, Irondale on Wednesday, November 23 at 11:10 am.

Calling hours were held Tuesday, November 22 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at Roberts Funeral Home, 631 Main Street, Wellsville, OH.