Obituaries
May 15, 2020

Paul E. Cromling – Jefferson Hills, formerly of Bunola

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Paul E. Cromling, 75, of Jefferson Hills, formerly of Bunola, died Thursday, May 14, 2020, in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born May 21, 1944, in New Eagle, the son of John and Verletta Nold Cromling. Paul was retired from Dillner’s Transfer Company in West Elizabeth. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing (in many tournaments) and trap shooting for many years at Victory Hill Gun Club and the Elrama Sportsmen’s Club. He is survived by his fiancé, Phyllis Poziviak of Jefferson Hills; and his daughter, Amy Cromling and husband Chad Hartung of Rostraver Township. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly Vercheak Cromling, who died July 8, 2006; and three brothers, Jack, John and Frederick Cromling. There will be no visitations or services. Paul will be laid to rest in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pittsburgh. The FRYE FUNERAL HOME INC. is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.fryefuneralhome.com.

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