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1938
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2016
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Paul Krellner Obituary
He was born on July 1, 1938, in St. Marys, a son of the late Benjamin and Anita Ginther Krellner.
Paul was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Central High School, Class of 1956. Mr. Krellner worked in the model shop at Keystone, retiring after more than 44 years of service.
He was a member of the Model A Ford Club and of the Historical Society of St. Marys. He greatly enjoyed clocks and antique cars. He will be fondly remembered for his affinity to fix just about anything. He also enjoyed phonographs and anything that was mechanical. Together with his brother, they owned and operated the Teaberry and Southern Railroad. He was a member of Queen of the World Church.
Mr. Krellner is survived by his brother, William Krellner of St. Marys.
He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. today at the Lynch-Green Funeral Home, St. Marys. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Queen of the World Church, 134 Queens Road, St. Marys, with the Rev. Richard Allen, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow in St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Historical Society of St. Marys, Erie Avenue, St. Marys, PA 15857.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Krellner
Arthur Martin
November 23, 2016
One of the most remarkable persons I've ever known. Always pleasant, always smiling. A true mechanical genius. A great loss to the community.
Buster Erich
November 22, 2016
Bill, this is a piece of history we have lost. Will be greatly missed.
Gale largey
November 21, 2016
He exuded kindness, a true Christian. I will always remember his easy smile and willingness to help others.
Bless his soul and let it live on.
November 21, 2016
Paul was one of the nicest most sincere people we had the pleasure of knowing. This world needs many more people like "Paulie Krellner" RIP Paul. Deepest Sympathy to his brother and friends.
Tim and Marsha Meyer
Jake Eckenrode
November 21, 2016
Very sorry for Paul's passing. I'll remember him for his ever present smile.
Virginia Wall
November 21, 2016
Paul was a very big part of my growing up years. I will miss him. My thoughts and Prayers are with the family.
November 21, 2016
Rest in peace Paul .... my friend.
Another one of the charter members at Keystone Carbon company He did a lot to automate the place specially the Thermistor division.
( classmate ) Marilyn Schneider Bross
November 21, 2016
To the family of Paul Krellner, I'm very sorry for your loss. He is in heaven now with God but will never be forgotten.
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