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Emil Hrabal Obituary
Emil Joseph Hrabal, 75, of Plains Twp., passed Monday, Sept. 12, 2022, while in the care of Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Twp. His family was with him as he departed to begin his eternal life.
Born in Passaic, N.J., on Sept. 6, 1947, he was the son of the late Emil Sr. and Helen Ressler Hrabal. Emil grew up in Wallington and attended local schools and was a graduate of the Wallington High School, Class of 1965. He then enlisted in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged after his term of service.
Returning home, he continued his education at Passaic County College and Fairleigh Dickinson College, where he pursued his degree in accounting.
Emil found employment with Owens-Illinois in the business accounting office for over 20 years. He then changed jobs to work as the Paramus Tax Collector for 20 years until his retirement.
In 1967, at Wallington Bowling Lanes, he met Lorel Lee Schmeding. On April 24, 1971, the couple was married. Together they raised two children, Allison and Jeremy. The family lived in New Jersey, Louisiana and found their forever home in Plains Twp.
He was a diehard Mets and New York Giants fan, but he loved all sports. Emil enjoyed going fishing and playing a round of golf with his friends. However, he was best known for his karaoke skills which earned him the nickname of the "Hoochie Coochie Man." He was a jokester, even in his last hours, he was trying to make others laugh instead of cry.
He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Emil Sr. and Helen; and his sister, Lorraine Sander.
Surviving to mourn his loss are his wife of 51 years, Lorel Lee, at home; daughter, Allision Sudol (James), Wallington, N.J.; son, Jeremy, Bear Creek; grandchildren, Nicholas, Bethany, Jeannie and Rex; great-grandson, Carter; along with his extended family.
A visitation will be held from 4 until 8 p.m. Thursday at Yanaitis Funeral Home Inc., 55 Stark St., Plains Twp. A life celebration will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Emil's memory to the SPCA of Luzerne County, 524 E. Main St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702; or a charity of the donor's choice.
For condolences to the family or directions to services, please visit www.yanaitisfuneralhome.com.
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Joseph miller
September 14, 2022
So sorry to hear of Emil´s passing a former neighbor and friend of ours when we lived in Wallington many years ago.My wife and I offer our condolences to his entire family,may he Rest In Peace. Joe and Helen Miller. Toms River Nj.
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Staff at Philly Subs and Pizzeria
September 13, 2022
So very sorry to hear of Emil´s passing he was always a pleasure to wait on at Philly Subs he will be missed.
Tiffany Kline
September 13, 2022
I´m so very sorry to hear of the passing of Emil. He was a genuine soul with a great sense of humor. He always complimented me when he´d see me and was nothing but nice to me. He was a karaoke buddy of mine and was always happy and trying to make others laugh. RIP Emil- you will be missed -Your otc and 279 friends
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