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for PAUL KROCHMAL
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Richard Mack
August 26, 2025
Paul, What can I say? Your good heart would be a big help in these times. You´re still around, though, I know, with your intelligence, humor, and dare I say, cracker barrel wisdom. We´ll talk....
Richard
michael king, MD
August 26, 2025
Paul was a positive force in my life. Gone too soon. He left the world a better place
Rick Pap
August 25, 2025
Hard to believe 10 years have passed. I remember vividly where I was 10 years ago when I received the news. Anyway, we were blessed to have had Paul in our lives. The lunches and dinners at Friendly´s in Branford, sharing salmon fillets at our house, so many wonderful memories. Paul remains in our thoughts constantly and we miss him dearly!!! We send our love in abundance to Joan and the entire family.
Blanca S Torres- Aviles
August 28, 2024
My Condolences to the family. RIP
Joan
August 27, 2024
Thank you for your thoughts and loving remembrances of Paul.
michael king
August 27, 2024
Paul was a great friend and had major influence in my career. Loved his eccentricity. Enjoyed working with him. Gone too soon
Rick & Francine Pap
August 26, 2024
Sending love in abundance to Joan and the entire family. Paul remains in our thoughts and will forever. I get to see "Dr Chocolate" every day as his face adorns my mouse pad. Of course that mouse pad could only be used with an iMac.
How fortunate we were to have had Paul in our lives!!
beth beloff
August 21, 2024
Paulie has always been in my heart, since we were 2 in a toddler group in Meriden. He was one of my best friends and remained that his entire life. I remember fondly his Good Humor truck and uniform as he brought good humor to us. We went together to Cornell´s AP summer program our junior year of high school where I introduced him to my friend, Linda Yellen. We shared love of photography. Pauline passed away on my birthday after sending me a strange email saying he was sorry he would be missing my birthday. I will keep Pauline in my heart forever.
Betsy Beloff
Jim Fleming
August 21, 2024
A great guy, much missed!
Rick & Francine Pap
August 25, 2023
Remembering the many dinners I shared with Paul, many years ago, at the old Friendly´s off exit 56 on I -95 as he tried to recruit me to Saint Raphael´s. Not sure what took me so long to accept his offer but it was the best career decision I ever made!!! Those dinners were always filled with laughs and what a great laugh he had.
We think of Paul often and cherish each memory. How lucky we were to have had him in our lives!
We send love in abundance to Joan and the entire family.
Rick and Francine Pap
Richard Mack
August 21, 2023
I was blessed to have known Paul. He was, with all his uniqueness, in the end, a good man. A mensch. So should we all aspire to. We know where he would stand in these days, letting us know that despite whatever else is going on, there is always chocolate and sacher torte.
michael king
August 26, 2022
Paul was always so welcoming to me and my wife Ellen. He still makes me laugh. He was an Apple fan before Steve Jobs. Our thoughts prayers and love to his family friends and all who knew him.
Rick & Francine Papantonio
August 25, 2022
Remembering the time Paul came to our house with his doctor´s bag (not a single medical instrument in the bag) loaded with Mac software. He upgraded our operating system so we could install the new version of Macintax which allowed us to do our tax return online. West Coast Promo Man.
We think of Paul often and miss him dearly!!! So grateful though for these wonderful memories!
Much love to Joan and the entire family.
Joan
August 26, 2021
Thank you all for your lovely remembrances. Time goes by and we all continue to feel his presence. What a special man he was.
Rick & Francine Pap
August 25, 2021
Remembering our last meal together, salmon of course, when Paul excused himself stating he needed to get something out of his car only to return with not one but two Dr Chocolate mouse pads. How great it is to have him smiling at us every time we sit at the computer, which could only be a Mac. Our lives will forever remain enriched by having had Paul be a part of it. West Coast Promo Man forever, Mensch amongst Mensches and a cherished friend forever!!! We send our love in abundance to Joan and the entire family.
Bruce Deegan
August 23, 2021
Paul was a regular visitor to the post office in Stony Creek. I never knew he was a real medical doctor , only knowing him as Dr Chocolate. He was a modest, wise man, & we shared many conversations about music, photography, and getting older.
I´ve met many different types of people in the post office, but Paul was one of a kind. He still grins at me each day from my mouse pad, & I miss his visits. He was a man you just don´t meet every day, & I´ll always remember him most fondly.
The Wade family
August 22, 2021
I was just reminiscing about Paul last week and thinking of our fun times, laughs and above all conversations about our patients. Paul had the patience of a saint. He was kind, thoughtful and had the greatest compassion and listening capacity. He was such a giving man who truly had the heart for many. He loved all who came his way and got to know each person on a personal level. Oh my and the treats......at work we finally had to beg him to stop adding to our waist lines. I´m sure the gals at the bakery in guilford loved him. My kids have such fond memories of him. He was beyond generous and was proud to be the "Mac man". They still all love macs to this day. He was proud to be an MD and always encouraged others to reach their full potential. I miss our chats about life but most of all I miss him. I miss hearing about the old times and good humor stories. I feel so honored to have known such a wonderful human. Hoping he´s spreading some kindness in this world - as it so needed. Hoping he´ll do some magic. Today, I´m thinking of you Joan. You were the love of his life. Much love!
Tonya Barham
August 21, 2021
I truly miss Dr.K he had a heart of Gold he was one in a million.His bedside manner should be taught in medical schools all over the world
michael king, MD
August 21, 2021
Ellen and I thank you for the fond memories and your professional support, humor and humanity. You left too soon.
Richard Mack
August 21, 2021
Thinking of Paul today, and sending much love to his wife Joan, his family and his friends.
Paul is great evidence for an afterlife. There never was, and never will be, another Dr Paul, in all his uniqueness and wonderfulness. How could we imagine such a boldly distinct personality simply disappearing? Doesn't make sense. Makes much more sense to feel he's slipped into another room, still very much himself, still accessible to us. Maybe that's what prayer is, maintaining that connection.
Love to all-
Jeffrey Margulies
August 21, 2021
I still remember Paul very well. As I age I wish I had him near me to share his humor and wisdom. In memory he ages well.
Joan
August 23, 2020
I can’t believe it has been 5 years since Paul left us. Sometimes it seems like yesterday yet sometimes it seems like much longer. I believe Paul’s greatest joy was his ‘Family of Friends’ and the many adventures they shared. His personality and spirit were much bigger than life and clearly will be with and remembered by us all. Thank you for your support and love for Paul during his lifetime as well as sharing all your memories and support for me since his passing. He truly is “Beloved”. What a wonderful legacy❣
Hoping he knows his picture is hanging in a Post Office!
Cathy & Richard Wade
August 23, 2020
It's hard to believe its been 5 years already. I had such fond memories of Paul and miss him very much. Joan you are in my thoughts and prayers as today celebrates his life.
michael king
August 22, 2020
Paul was my mentor in the ED. He helped promote my career in ED. I loved his eccentricity, especially his smoking stinks tie, which I think he wore every day of his professional life. He was hospitable to me and my wife. They were both Apple product fanatics. He left us too young.
Richard Mack
August 21, 2020
Dr Paul, one of the best. Sitting in a Chinese restaurant all those years ago, having a nice time, sharing dishes exotic to me, which he knew so much about. Dr Paul observing someone at the next table lighting up a cigarette (yes, it was OK then), starting a “dialogue” with him about his nasty habit and the smoke drifting over to our table. Telling the waiter, “Please remove these ashtrays. Would you have a toilet on your table?”
Me slightly embarrassed at these social faux pas, but knowing he was right. Not knowing how right, and how far ahead of his time he was. Dr Paul, I’m sure now straightening out the health habits of those on the other side. You’re still with me, Dr Paul.
Richard Mack
March 10, 2016
Dr. Paul, you will always be there. Back in the day, a then black unashamed handlebar mustache. Black leather motorcycle jacket. "uh, uh...." always continuing the conversation, the contact. Introducing me to schwartzwalde kirschetorte. Driving all over the city looking for the ultimate version. Driving me crazy with his indecision, but sharp as a laser as a doctor. Loving all the ladies in the best possible way. Best buddies with Warner, fellow mensch. Greeting us at Warner's door the night he died. Waiting all night for the ME to pick him up. Leaving at 6:00 AM - all the trees had bloomed over night. Always referring to his Mom as Miss Wonder. One night he calls, can I go for a drive with him? Sure. We make another stop. Who's this? A young lady gets in the car, befuddled that Paul has brought his friend on a first date with her.
Walking in the East Village one bitter cold night, Paul kneeling over a drunken, passed out homeless man, checking to make sure he would be OK. A truly good man, always truly himself, Dr. Paul.
Stephen Gomez MD
March 6, 2016
My wife Ute and I have just learned of Paul's passing. Our deepest condolences to Joan and family. I first met Paul as a med student in the 80's. I went into EM and he was a combination mentor, adviser and cheerleader, but most importantly we were lucky enough to call him a friend. His love of Cornell was well known and when he visited the area he would occasionally stay with us. It was usually a weekend of non-stop laughter.
A gentle, warm, happy spirit with an equally firm belief in doing right for his patients. When we were attending Scientific Assemblies you got a glimpse of how many people he impacted as he seemed to know everyone and had a story and a smile about each one. He, and my wife's Valentine's card, shall be missed.
Michael King, MD
January 22, 2016
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Paul's passing. Paul truly changed the trajectory of my life and had faith in my abilities at a time when emergency medicine was undergoing the transition into a unique specialty.For that I will be eternally grateful. He was a warm caring funny eccentric "mensch" .He will be missed by all his friends, family and proteges.
Joseph Burleson
November 15, 2015
My deepest condolences to Paul's family. Paul was an effervescent, generous and caring friend to many in our Cornell class. He and I walked joyously together during our graduation progression in June, 1969, marveling that we had somehow made it through four years of homework, exams and Ithaca winters. Paul was the most extroverted, joyous, and positive person among the many in our large class, and always brightened everyone's day. It is no surprise that he dedicated his life to helping those in dire need--he was always there for everyone. Rest in peace, my friend.
Jeffrey Margulies
November 6, 2015
(Thanks to Neal Flomenbaum for reminding us of the importance of remembering.)
I met Paul when I entered the Emergency Medicine Residency at Jacobi. Paul was a year ahead of me. Paul was like a life raft to me.
In the newness of our specialty, in the smallness of our program, in the size of the pond in which we tried to swim, Paul always tried to help. Two souls trying to read a compass are better than one, and Paul was an astute navigator.
Paul became a friend, a mentor, a guide. In some ways he helped keep me going in the program, at a time when I almost didn't. Paul convinced me I would love the specialty I had chosen. As it turns out, he was right. Paul remains one of my more vivid memories of that residency.
After Jacobi, we kept in touch sporadically over the years. His priorities in life, personally as well as professionally, stand out to me. He's one of those people you'd like to spend more time with, if geography and circumstances had allowed.
Paul, to your family and loved ones I want to say that I hope the memories of you will be a blessing for always. To you Paul, my friend, I'm sorry you're gone. I'll see you when we get there.
Andrew Walshak, MD
October 28, 2015
My condolences to Paul's family, colleagues and friends. I'm sorry to have learned of his passing months later the editorial tribute in Emergency Medicine magazine by his former colleague Dr Neal Flomenbaum.
I trained for 4 yeas at Yale under Dr Krochmal and will never forget his ability to converse with staff, patients, colleagues and patient's families. Those are lessons I continue to practice daily in my medical career (including an assortment of chocolate I bring to every shift).
Thanks for your wisdom, experience, guidance, sense of humor and mentorship for the 4 important years of my residency. You were a pioneer in Emergency Medicine and have inspired countless others in a proud tradition.
Michael Carius
October 8, 2015
Paul was a good friend. He was kind, thoughtful, helpful, generous. Unfortunately, our paths have not crossed very much in the past several years, but he will live on so vividly in my memory. It was a privilege to have known him.
Deborah OKeefe MD
September 25, 2015
Sending deep sympathy to Paul's dear family and loved ones. I first came to appreciate Paul's intelligence, warmth,and unique passions during our years in medical school.
It was a privilege to catch up with him when he moved to Boston to become chief of the ER where I worked as an internist. Paul brought competence, playfulness and very caring ways and of course many sweet treats. How painful to know that this very ,very special being is no longer busy creating photos, special notes and giving so generously to those who entered his circle and what a large circle that is. Many hearts are aching and will ache for a very long time.
Joannie Steward Joffres
September 24, 2015
I too am shocked to learn this a month after your passing. I am especially sad not to have been able to tell you how much I appreciated your kindness and friendship, how much your mother and father meant to our family through all the years (I guess about 60+) and now that you are gone I will carry your warmth and dedication with me and remember to spread some of it every day! What an example you left us! May you rest in peace and your family and friends stick together to heal from your loss, dear Paul.
tonya barham
September 16, 2015
DR.Krochmal you will be missed a wondeful
Doctor so nice he loved everybody great man he made you laugh everytime he worked.
Kim Sawicki
September 9, 2015
Paul was the most amazing physician, and also a wonderful friend and confidante to many young doctors, nurses, paramedics, emts, and hospital staff. Eighteen months after a terrible call when I was anguishing over a patient, and I having created an airway where there was none, this man taught me a valuable lesson that changed the course of my life. He gave me the gift of forgiveness and duty above over-analysis and encouraged me to treat my own heart with the empathy I give my patients. He was a truly compassionate man and someone who I will strive to emulate until the day I join him in the afterlife. His gentleness and generosity of spirit gave me the gift of many more years of service to others when I was questioning many things. My four nearly adult children have grown up hearing wonderful, colorful, and humanistic stories about all of our ER antics and shared experiences. I will be lucky to be half the person he was, and I feel so fortunate to have had him help shape the woman I have grown to be. The world is mourning his loss in a different way than his family is, but I hope they feel comfort in how deeply he affected everyone he met. He was truly the best kind of man, and the most wonderful healer.
Val Goss
September 7, 2015
Paul was an amazing friend with a big heart. I will miss his writings and his love for his family. My heart aches at the loss of this beautiful soul
Marjory Dressler
September 7, 2015
Paul and I grew up together. For many years, the Krochmal family adopted me on weekends for skiing in the Berkshires. Paul was the best skier of the group and would fearlessly schuss down the slopes. While in medical school in NY where I also lived, Paul would take me for rides on his motorcycle. I was sworn to secrecy to never let his father know. Over the years we still remained friends and I would get one of his 400 valentines (thought it was a much shorter list). Will miss you, my dear sweet friend.
Stevie Stahl
September 7, 2015
I was shocked to hear Paul had passed away. So sudden and so unexpected. There are not words to express how sad I feel. He was the kindest person I ever met. Always thought about others before himself and what could he do to help. I will miss him always.
Rick Papantonio
September 5, 2015
It is with tears in my eyes that I write this condolence to Joan and the entire family. I recently told someone that the happiest and best job I ever had was working for Paul at Saint Raphael's ER. He was a marvelous person! My wife and I were honored to be considered his friends. We will miss the Valentines cards but will cherish every one that we have kept over the years. My trips to the Apple Store in New Haven were always filled with anticipation of maybe meeting Paul there. West Coast Promo Man!! My life has been forever enriched by having known him and shared time with him!!! I always knew that looking back on my tears would bring me laughter but I never knew that looking back on my laughter would make me cry. We will miss him dearly. Rest peacefully my friend.
September 3, 2015
It is with profound sadness that I extend my severe condolences to Joan,& all family ,& friends. Paul was a gentle soul,& will be missed by all who knew him. Never to be forgotten... Barbara Virgintino. A Jacobi nurse..
Dave Smith
August 31, 2015
Paul was a great guy, and a great Doc. Always with a twinkle in his eye, a keen sense of humor and wit, and an incredible connoisseur of fine chocolate. Always enjoyed bringing him patients to the ER. He will be missed by many..
Beth Beloff
August 31, 2015
I am still in shock that my dear "Paulie" is gone. He was in my life since preschool when I was three. We went through all schools together up to college. We even went through the AP Biology program at Cornell in the summer before senior year in high school. Though 400 women got Dr Chocolate's Valentine cards, I treasured all of mine starting at age 3! Paul was such a deep and loyal friend. I am so glad I had a day with him last year in NY. Paul will remain forever in my heart and memory.....Beth Beloff
Caryn
August 29, 2015
I was sadden to hear the news today of his passing. I want to say to his loving wife and family, that he was the nicest and sweetest man. Words can't describe how much he will be missed.
August 29, 2015
Those were the days...
It was the early 1970's and I was on E 97th St and you were on E 68th, and Richard and Sophia lived in the Village...
Those were the days of Opera Tortes and Dobosh Tortes and Sacher Tortes, all served mit schlag, Herr Doktor...
Those were the days of Jim Croce playing in the background while you read Lolita aloud to me for hours in the evening...
Then there was that Terrible,Terrible Day when Warner died unexpectedly...
********************************************************************************
There were the months of rotations at Stamford and Misericordia, and San Francisco General, and, of course, at the Pink Palace, Tripler Army Hospital,in Hawaii...
There was a leather motorcycle jacket, and a diamond necklace from Tiffany's, and an engraved card saying, "So sorry, I was wrong...."
So many memories, so many years ago...
Those were the days...
Dr Sheila Desmond
Bruce Deegan
August 29, 2015
Paul was a regular customer at the Stony Creek post office. I enjoyed his visits very much. He always had something interesting & funny to say, & brightened the day for me and other customers.
After not seeing him for a while, I told him it's like he's always with me, because I see his smiling face every day on my mouse pad. What a terrific self-portrait! I also told him he should get an award for sending out the most Valentines of anybody I've seen in 31 years working in the post office. On a holiday that most men have mixed feelings about, he had a generous & beautiful attitude. I will miss his visits, especially at Valentine's Day. You were blessed to have such a kind & loving man in your lives. God bless.
Lewanne Jones
August 29, 2015
Paul was a wonderful friend since I worked with him at a restaurant in Ithaca when I was in high school and he at Cornell. He was a loving and generous friend to my entire family as we stayed in touch through the decades since. He had a zest for life and an amazing loyalty to his family and friends. His annual Valentines and emergency chocolates will be greatly missed.
Mike Klarman
August 29, 2015
Family of Dr. Krochmal- May he rest in peace. Paul taught me quite a bit over the years. Not only in EMS but as being a caring and compassionate person. May your family find the peace that Paul so willingly brought to so many families feeling the loss of a love one. Mike Klarman
Marie Casanova
August 28, 2015
Dear Joan,
I met you once when my husband was in the hospital, remember? I met Dr. Paul, as he was known in our family, when we brought my mother to the emergency room. But, Paul and I were immediately connected by the Apple Computer! He was as big a fan of Apple as I, but he had a lot more technical knowledge. We were about to communicate about and with our Apple Watch and the shock of learning of his death just rocked my foundation.
I am one of his 400 Valentine receivers and looked forward to them each year. I mourn along side you and your family and especially on every Feb. 14 from now until forever.
I am too sad........
Marie Casanova
Nancy Karch
August 28, 2015
Ah Paul - so loyal to all your friends - and I was a lucky one of them. We have passed through the world together since 1965 at Cornell. You were know for your generosity, your caring nature, your friendliness; you were a good doc who empathized with your patients; you were a source of medical insight to my family. You have left us way too soon. My condolences to the family and to all of us who have to go on without you.
Jim Fleming
August 28, 2015
Paul was one of the closest and dearest friends for our whole extended family. We knew him for many decades. He was unfailingly generous to all, compassionate and caring, and always upbeat and funny. He was a wonderful friend and a truly special guy, and will be missed by us all tremendously.
Jim mesite
August 28, 2015
We Plattclassmates enjoyed very much lunch with Paul, BillHall and Bob Danielson last year in preparation of our 50th Reunion this October. He was a valued old friend from class, band and Soccer to me and we will miss him very much at the a reunion! May God be with you all in this trying time, as Paul watches over us from Paradise!
John Papandrea
August 28, 2015
Deepest sympathies to the Krochmal family. Paul's dad was our family doctor for many years, and my mom was Paul's English teacher at Platt. She often said that he was, hands down, the brightest student she ever had.
August 28, 2015
i am so sorry to hear about your loss. Be comforted by the fact that Paul touched and helped a lot of people. As an intern rotating through the ER he taught me a lot and made me feel special. The pictures he took are still very much a great memory of him and a reminder of what a great role model should be.
August 27, 2015
Deepest sympathy to Paul's family and friends. As a high school classmate I was reacquainted with him through Y's men. I appreciated his humor and generosity. Rest in peace Paul..
Karen Jubanyik
August 27, 2015
Paul made sure to get to know everyone who worked in the ED, no matter what their role. He paid special attention to the medical students, and even if he worked just one shift with them, he took a photo to send to their mother. (And often knew their entire life story by the end of the shift!) This was particularly valued by one family, who lost their daughter a few weeks before graduation from medical school. Soon before her death, Paul took a magnificent photo of the young woman, capturing her vim and vigor and passion for medicine. This turned out to be the only photo the family had of her wearing her white coat and is still treasured to this day. Patients still come to the ER asking for him and even if they can not remember his name, they ask for him by describing his mustache or using the Spanish name for mustache. Paul was a generous man who loved Apple, his beloved Joanie, his family, and friends.
August 27, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss he was a great doctor and friend.
Joyce Nitkin ( Brick )
August 27, 2015
So saddened to learn of Paulie ' s death....he was my next door neighbor on Lambert Ave for 16 years and was such a great guy. My condolences to his family.
Chris French
August 27, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Like so many from Meriden, his father was our family doctor and Paul was my classmate. Our prayers go out to your family.
David Gallagher
August 27, 2015
Dr You were great, when I was in EMS you had given me guidance. You shall be missed, thank you for all you have done.
Laurie santo
August 27, 2015
As a NYC Paramedic that worked with Doc Krock in the 1980's. He was a mentor, but treated us as peers. He was adored. May he rest easy. Love and respect, Laurie Santo
Blanca S Torres
August 27, 2015
RIP Paul...
Ludi Jagminas
August 27, 2015
I am deeply saddened by the news. Paul was a unique and sensitive person who always had a ready smile and a chocolate bar to share. His words of wisdom and passion for photography will be missed.
August 27, 2015
I will miss your famous annual valentine. Thank you for your gifts of photography that you shared with everyone.
~ Linda Riccio
August 27, 2015
Joan, I am so very sorry for your loss. Paul was a friend, a colleague and a mentor.He always made me feel special, like I was the only person in the room when I sought his counsel. For me Valentine's Day will never be the same. I, like so many others, will carry his memory in my heart forever. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. Janeanne Lubin-Szafranski
Blanca S Torres-Aviles
August 27, 2015
RIP
August 27, 2015
So sorry to hear of Dr. Paul passing. Even though I never got to meet Dr. Paul in person I had the chance to get some advice from him on the phone. He told me to enjoy the quality of time with my terminally ill neice rather than the quantity. He was so kind to me. Everytime I see or think of my neice I think of what he told me. Sincerely Mrs. Walter Hadvab
Maureen and Jim Martin
August 27, 2015
Paul was indeed the whipped cream and chocolate in so many lives, bringing richness and enjoyment to all he knew. I will always cherish the generosity to his friends, his sense of humor and his willingness to share his medical knowledge with residents, fellow attendings, nurses, EMT's, paramedics and patients. Always kind and understanding, especially to the elderly, Paul's comforting touch put every patient immediately at ease. There was always much to learn by following Paul on rounds. We are all so much richer for having known Paul...thank you Joanie for sharing him with us. All our love...
Joan Gordon
August 27, 2015
Paul Krochmal was a very special human being, he had the gift of laughter, joy and brought much happiness to everyone that crossed his path. He was a wonderful physician who spent time and listen to all his patients. There will never be another Paul.
Linda degutis
August 27, 2015
So sorry to hear of Paul's death. He was always willing to share his sense of humor, his love of photography (and the photos he took), and some chocolate. He won't be forgotten.
Stacey Stiles
August 27, 2015
I was saddened to hear the news of your passing. I will always remember you as a mentor. You helped me become a better EMT when I worked with you and you were always willing to talk me thru a case. My love of EMS is strong because of men like you and I will always be grateful for the moments I had.
June Pierce
August 27, 2015
I am saddened to read about the sudden death of Dr. Krochmal. I have pleasant memories of working with him years ago at the Hospital of Saint Raphael. May God bless you and your family.
August 27, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. He was and always will be a great man....Stephen Lacobelli
Kenneth & Renee will miss Paul
Kenneth & Renee Oliver, Jr
August 27, 2015
To Joan, Christopher, Anthony, Jennifer,& Justin. My heart is full of saddness at the Passing of Doc. (Paul) I am remembering the last dinner he took us out to with the family. He will always be dear to me and his memory will be long. Now I know I will never let go of the mouse pads he gave me with his picture. and everytime I put on a pair of click-it glasses, it will be because of Paul. I have all of those Pictures he took and printed of us. and he just sent an email about an newspaper article. Our Prayers are with you all. Be Blessed
Chuckie Dechello
August 27, 2015
So sorry to read about Paul. He was a very dedicated Dr. and also a very good customer of Montesi Motors for many years. Brought many smiles to our dealership. Always made sure to say hello to everyone and kept a very personal relationship with all.
Dee Scungio
August 27, 2015
I'll always fondly remember Dr. Krochmal, he was very pro-EMS, and always smiling with his big fluffy mustache! It was an honor to work with him and bring him patients at St. Rays for many years, he was a very genuine person!! When he went over to Yale, he was always walking around smiling and always said hello!! He will be missed, but a great gift to heaven. Thankyou for many great years Doc!
Jay Nanni
August 27, 2015
Dr. Krochmal welcomed me to Yale I entered healthcare in 2006 as a Tech at Yale New Haven Hospital. He was a generous warm and caring person who faced any situation with grace and ease.
God Bless Dr Krochmal. I am a better healthcare provider for having known you.
Linda Burmeister
August 27, 2015
So very sorry to hear about Paul I worked with him in the ER at Waterbury Hospital-- i remember much laughter ,some jokes at his expense and a kind man --May he rest in peace--
Irene Blee
August 27, 2015
Dr. Krochmal will be sadly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Marlea Bergeson
August 27, 2015
I will always appreciate the chocolate at all the right times and the random photographs he'd proudly present that you never even knew he took. Rest easy Doctor Krochmal.
John Serra
August 27, 2015
Dr. Krochmal. Perhaps the first person to guide me from OB to EM. I think of you often, with fondness and will continue to do so. The C side will always be your domain. The countless lives you have touched with your kindness, photography, chocolate, and experience/mentorship lives on in perpetuity. All of my love to Joan and your family during this harrowing time.
Mary Monaco
August 27, 2015
Dr Krochmal's passing is such a loss for so many. In an ever changing environment like the ED, he was always the epitome of professionalism and the consummate gentleman. It was a privilege to work with him. Deepest sympathy to his family.
Kristin Lynch Gregg
August 26, 2015
Dr Krochmal always tried to make residency a little lighter, a little happier for us at Yale. His gentle caring way and sense of humor was appreciated by both patients and staff.I extend my deepest sympathies to Paul's wife and family for your loss.
David Brown
August 26, 2015
Paul was alway wonderful to our EMS community. He was a great educator, mentor and friend. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace my friend!
Elizabeth Manning
August 26, 2015
So sorry to hear about Paul's death. I worked with him at Shoreline Emergency in Essex. He was a wonderful person. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Darka Lindgren
August 26, 2015
Deepest sympathy to your family. Paul was a great man. He will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Josh Markowitz
August 26, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about Paul. Always loved working with him, his great smile, wonderful pictures, and of course the chocolates. My deepest sympathies to his family. He will be missed.
Kathie Bedell
August 26, 2015
Joanie,
To say my condolences go out to you is totally insufficient for the way I feel. I am truly saddened by this news. Polie has been a true friend, ever since we first met at Cornell almost 50 years ago. He was insightful, generous to a fault, often silly, and always caring. My daughter thinks Paul was one of a kind. Ken joins me in mourning his passing. I will miss him greatly.
Kathleen Flaherty
August 26, 2015
Paul was such a kind and gentle soul. I loved receiving his famous Valentine card still...ten years after I left YNHH ED. Paul really knew what was important and he mastered being human. He was a true gentleman. I was lucky to have known him. My heartfelt sympathy to Paul's wife, family, and friends.
Robert Black
August 26, 2015
Paul was my mentor and boss in the Emergency Department at St Raphael's Hospital.
I am deeply saddened to learn of his unexpected passing.
His wit, intelligence, bright blue eyes, and heroic championship of sometimes lost but very appropriate causes will surely be missed.
He was a great, refreshing sometimes brash but wonderful man!
I will miss but never forget him.
Kaprice Miller
August 26, 2015
Dr. Krochmal a great person always spreading smiles and love throughout the Yale Emergency Dept. Condolences to the family.. May God strengthen you through your loss.
Angela Albero
August 26, 2015
I will always remember Dr Krochmal fondly - from our reminiscing about Cornell even when he first interviewed me for my first PA job at the Yale ED to his insistence on meal breaks and chocolate treats during an ED shift and determination for learning Spanish. He was full of life, laughter and empathy and was the epitome of a physician who truly cared. He was a wonderful mentor and friend and will miss his smiles and warm greetings. Rest in peace, Paul!
Denise DiScuillo
August 26, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the family of Dr Krochmal. He was a very nice person to work under. May he RIP
Catherine Wade
August 26, 2015
We are soo very saddened by the loss of our good friend Paul. We have so many fond memories of him in the ED bringing us special desserts, special dinners with the Hall Family, email conversations about MAC, and most of all memories of the gorgeous pictures he always sent of the kids. He was such a generous man - always willing to go above and beyond for anyone who came into his life. He did an exceptional job about wrapping his arms around the next generation - molding and mentoring them along the way. He so loved Joanie and his extended family. He has a very special place in our hearts and will be missed terribly. He was a rare breed and one that had such regard for humanity and kindness. Our prayers to Jenny and Joanie as well as other family members during this difficult time.
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