Michael J. Praul
March 28, 1953 - February 17, 2023
US Air Force Veteran
Michael J. Praul passed away suddenly on Friday, February 17, 2023 at his home. He was 69. Born in Bristol, son of the late Benjamin and Grace (nee Murphy) Praul, he was a lifelong Bristol resident. He was a graduate of Bristol High School and Bucks County Technical School. Michael was a Sergeant in the U.S. Airforce, serving during the Vietnam War, where he worked as a jet engine mechanic. After his service, he was employed as a mechanic/millwright for most of his life. Michael enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing pool and shooting darts.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Cynthia (nee Robidoux) Praul, 1 son, Michael Praul and his wife, Sheri, his 2 grand-daughters, Brittany and Brandy and his great-grand-daughter, Kyla. He is also survived by 1 sister, Joan Kilgore and her husband, Earl, 3 brothers, Francis "Reds" Praul and his wife, Betty, James Praul and his wife, Janet and John Praul along with many nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Service on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, 1:00pm at the Wade Funeral Home, 1002 Radcliffe Street, Bristol Borough. Friends may call 11:30am until time of Service. Interment at Washington Crossing National Cemetery will take place at a later date.
Service Details
Viewing Hours
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
11:30AM-1:00PM
Wade Funeral Home
1002 Radcliffe St, Bristol, PA 19007
Funeral Service
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
1:00PM
Wade Funeral Home
1002 Radcliffe St, Bristol, PA 19007
Interment
To Be Held at a Later Date
Washington Crossing National Cemetery
830 Highland Rd, Newtown, PA 18940
In Memory of
Michael J. Praul
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William Beatty shared a condolence
What a nice guy n very good dart shooter rip🙏
Karen Corning shared a condolence
Was in Mike class. Nice memories. He was a good guy.
Cathy McCalister shared a condolence
Sincere condolences to the Praul Family.
Sorry for your loss.
Cathy Marshall McCalister
Stosh Bender shared a condolence
RIP my great old buddy and thanks for all the good times and being there for me when my parents left us. My Dad loved you too Prayers for you Cindy and little Mike and family.
Brandy Praul shared a condolence
Bestest Poppy ever, wonderful father, amazing husband and dad and great, great grandfather. Best mechanic on the east coast. I love you poppy fly high Sgt. Praul. ♥️🤍💙🕊
Barb Smithkors shared a condolence
They're no words to say how sorry we feel that Big Mike passed away, He was a great neighbor. He will be missed.
Deanna Bonenberger shared a condolence
Cindy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart is breaking for your family. So many good memories and good times we had.🙏🏼🙏🏼💔