Paul J. Cretella, 59, of North Haven passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, August 13, 2014 at his home. He was the beloved husband of 28 years to Carol Cassella Cretella. Paul was born in New Haven on February 8, 1955; son of the late Jack and Evelyn Priolo Cretella; had worked as a truck driver for the Teamster’s Local #443; enjoyed going to the Mecum Auto Auction with his brother-in-law and watching the UCONN Huskies girls basketball with his daughter. Loving father of Kristina L. Cretella (Liam Lytle). Brother of Jaclyn Teodosio and her husband Michael. Son-in-law of Anthony and Carmela Cassella. Also survived by sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, nieces, a great-niece, a great-nephew and his beloved Bella Mae.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Monday morning at 9:30. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Therese Church at 10:00. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. The visiting hours will be Sunday from 3 to 6 pm. Should friend’s desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 2nd Flr. 2080 Silas Deane Hwy, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 or a charity of one’s choice.
Paulie, we only knew you for 10 years, but how you made us laugh! You'll be sorely missed. God bless.
Real sad day too .. R.I.P. To my exes father Paula cretella … Remembered all the laughs and talks we had over 7 or 8 years .. You were truly a good man and left to soon … Prayers out to your daughter and family .. Thank you for everything you ever did for me sincerely .. Will most def be missed ….
He will be greatly missed.
So sorry to hear. Paul was a childhood friend I often thought about and regret not staying in touch with. Our Love and Prayers are with Paul and all his family and friends for Peace and Strength.
Gone To Soon Never To Be Forgotten !
My heart felt feelings for the loss of a husband and father go out to his wife Carol and daughter Kristina. It is only through Kristina that I know of Paul Cretella. When one is so loving and tender in her stories of family, you just know he was a father and husband who will be greatly missed. It is a tremendous loss. I pray for the healing of your broken hearts and souls.
Uncle Paulie, I only knew you the 10 years that I have lived, but as far back as I could remember, you have always been my best friend and have always made me laugh. You only lived 59 short years, but you lived life to the fullest. I will never forget you and make god laugh. God Bless You, Kristina, and Aunt Carol. LOVE, Colin J.