KREGLER - James Paul of Wantagh, NY on September 14, 2014 at the age of 71. Beloved husband of Phyllis. Devoted father of James (Jennifer), Paul (Jillian), and Kevin (Nicole). Loving grandfather of Aidan, Dylan, Ellie, and Kate. Adored brother of Cathy, Zina, Mary, Joseph, Harold, Virginia, William, Francis, and the late David. Cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. Proud US Army Veteran. Retired Second Grade Detective of the N.Y.P.D. and member of Local 46 Metallic Lathers' Union. Family will receive friends Wednesday, 2-5 pm and 7-9 pm, at Charles J. O'Shea Funeral Home: 603 Wantagh Ave. (Exit 28N SS PKWY) Wantagh, NY. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, 10:00 am, at St. Frances de Chantal R.C. Church. Interment to follow at St. Charles Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make donations in his memory to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.