Gerald Lee Patrick, 80, of Moundsville, WV, passed away Sunday, October 9, 2022, in Reynolds Memorial Hospital, Glen Dale, WV.
Jerry was born March 28, 1942, in Glen Dale, WV, a son of the late Joseph G. and Marie (Schrack) Patrick. He was a 1961 graduate of Moundsville High School; a U.S. Air Force veteran; and a retired electrician for AEP-Kammer Mitchell Plant. He was a former member of the Washington Lands Lions Club and was a volunteer for the Salvation Army. He also enjoyed electrical work; having breakfast with friends; and was considered by his family to be a “professional snacker”. Above all, he was a great husband, father and grandfather.
In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by a sister & brother-in-law, Brenda and Roger Wade; brothers-in-law, Elwood and Wendell Jones; and sister-in-law, Mary Lynn Jones. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Ivette Elizabeth (Jones) Patrick; four sons, Brent (Jennifer) Patrick, Kevin (Gara) Patrick, Chad (Erin) Patrick and Stephen (Patty) Patrick; sisters, Ginger (Don) Hess, Mary Jo Sloan, Karen (Pete) Peterson; brother, Dan (Carla) Patrick; sisters-in-law, Thelma (Denis) Minor, Ella (Dave) Schoenian and Patty Jones; 9 grandchildren, Jared (Megan), Logan (Amy), Kyle (Autumn), Jaise, Abby, Ryan, Leigha, Aidan and Isaac; great-grandson, Maddox; and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial gathering will be held from 2-4 & 6-8 pm, Wednesday, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Lutes & Kirby-Vance Chapel, 118 Grant Avenue, Moundsville, where a memorial service will be held at 2:30 pm, Thursday, October 13, 2022, with Pastor Rodney Hubbs officiating. Full military honors will be provided by the Moundsville Veterans Honor Guard.
Memorial contributions, to benefit Jerry’s grandson, Aidan, may be made to Augusta Levy Learning Center, 210 Anthoni Avenue, Wheeling, WV 26003, or online at www.tmcfunding.com.
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Kevin, Gara & family.
So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Your family is in our thoughts & prayers.
The Fallova Family
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time,
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,
May your memories of Gerald Lee Patrick, give you peace, comfort and strength…
Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.
My thoughts
and prayers to the family of ….
US Air Force Veteran, Gerald Lee Patrick, is “A True American Hero” God Bless†
† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
Jerry was a wonderful brother. He was quiet and soft-spoken but when he had something to say, it was worth listening to. I loved him and will miss him dearly but know he is resting peacefully in heaven until we meet again.
Condolences to the family of Jerry.
MHS Class of 1962