ROBERT W. KREKEL, age 79. Beloved husband of Audrey (nee Baumeister); cherished brother of Walter (Mary); dear uncle of Abbie.  After graduating from West Tech High School in 1964, Bob obtained a 2-year degree from Max Hayes extended program in mechanical engineering.  He always had a strong affection for cars and started BK Automotive on the Westside of Cleveland in 1969.  Later he moved his business to Olmsted Falls, and then to Valley City for his last shop. He was very mechanical and was always working on a project, be it cars or woodworking, the things he liked to do best. Some of those projects also involved his brother and the two of them made a great team. Bob's work was his hobby too, and he did so until his sudden passing. Bob also enjoyed taking photos with his camera, having family dinners, adventuring to areas around Ohio and other places, and trying to be the winner at family game night. He will be greatly missed.  Friends may call at LATEK & RYBICKI, A GOLDEN RULE FUNERAL HOME , 7906 BROADVIEW RD. (corner of Broadview and Sprague Rds.), for VISITING HOURS: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 10-11 AM. A Graveside Service will be held at 12:15 PM at Lakewood Park Cemetery, 22025 Detroit Road, Rocky River. Please meet at the cemetery.