Obituary of Charles A Krehel

Charles A. Krehel, age 84, of Easton, passed away peacefully October 15th, 2015. He was the devoted husband of Teresa M. (Daly) Krehel. They were married 60 years. He was born in Stratford to the late John and Mary (Sulik) Krehel and was a lifelong area resident. Charles had distinguished military service in the army as an adjutant to a general during the Korean Conflict. He graduated from Fairfield University/ B.E.I as a mechanical engineer with postgraduate studies in Education. His career as a business owner and executive spanned several decades across a range of industries including Olin and Exxon Corporations and he continued his service prior to retirement with the Navy as an engineering professional for NAVPRO, supporting Sikorsky aircraft new product development. He had a passion for sailing and enjoyed excursions to the shoreline along Cape Cod and Florida’s Gulf of Mexico. His siblings, children and grandchildren remember him as a protector and a source of unwavering support and encouragement. He challenged each one to believe in himself and “that any goal is possible.” Charles touched many lives as a devoted husband, father, brother and grandfather and, following retirement, discovered lasting rewards while making a significant impact in his community as a respected teacher and beloved mentor at Joel Barlow High School in Easton. In addition to his wife, Charles is survived by his loving children: daughter Colleen and her husband Rev. Vincent “Chip” Seadale of Martha’s Vineyard, son, Gregg Krehel of Newtown and his partner Eleni Bookis, and former spouse PattiAnn of Southbury. He will also be missed by his grandchildren, Caitlin Celella and her husband, Andy, Bridget and James Seadale and Tara and Rachel Krehel; as well as his sister, Marian Zelle and brothers, John and Richard Krehel. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Lawrence. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Charles’ memory may be made to Easton Senior Center, 650 Morehouse Rd, Easton, CT 06612. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, October 23, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. directly at Notre Dame of Easton Church, 655 Morehouse Rd. in Easton. Interment with military honors will follow in St. John’s Cemetery in Monroe. Arrangements under the care of Nutmeg State Cremation Society. To send expressions of love and sympathy to the family, please visit www.nutmegcremation.com