Patricia Ann “Trish” Kurelac, 57, of Moundsville, WV, passed away Friday, August 27, 2021 at Liza’s Place, after a strong battle with Ovarian Cancer.
She was born December 6, 1963, in Wheeling, WV, a daughter to Patricia (Kutek) Kurelac and the late Peter P. Kurelac JR. Trish was a long time member of St. James & St. John Catholic Churches. She majored in chemistry and biology along with her Juris Doctorate degree in law from WVU. Over the years, she served many roles in the community, including having her own law practice established in 1995, serving as municiple judge in Benwood, long time attorney for the Town of Triadelphia and the Marshall County Mental Hygiene Commissioner for over 20 years.
Trish truly loved everything that was West Virginia, especially Mountaineer games with her family. She enjoyed golfing, playing piano and spending time with family any chance she could. Trish will be sorely missed by all who knew her.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by three siblings, Karen Kurelac of Glen Dale, Paula (Jay) Zimla of Glen Dale and Pete (Jessica) Kurelac III of Wheeling; two nieces, Samantha and Sydney Zimla, one nephew, Peter Joseph and several cousins.
Family and friends will be received Friday, September 3, 2021 at Altmeyer Funeral Homes, Lutes & Kirby-Vance Chapel, 118 Grant Ave., Moundsville, from 2-4 & 6-8 pm, with a Rosary service at 7 pm. A Mass of Christian burial will be Saturday, September 4 at 10 am at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 912 7th Street, Moundsville, with Fr. That Son Ngoc Nguyen officiating. Interment will be held at McMechen Cemetery.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.altmeyerfuneralhomes.com.
To Pete and the family, I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Patty for many years and it was a privilege.
My deepest condolences to the Kurelac family at Trish’s passing. She was a colleague and a friend for many years. We are less without her. Peace.
My sincere condolences to Kurelac family. Patricia was the mental hygiene commissioner for Marshall Co. I worked at Hillcrest and Rmh. She was so kind to work with and be sadly missed
So sorry to hear the news of patty’s passing, I remember her as such a sweet and beautiful soul. Sending my condolences to the Kurelac family. Robyn Vucelick-Drurant
I am so sorry for your loss. Trish was a wonderful lady, a passionate and caring attorney, and a faithful and loyal friend. May the angels lead her into paradise. may she rest in peace.
So very sorry for your loss. Sending Our Deepest Sympathy to all the Family. Mark and Beverly
So very sorry for your loss. Keeping all the family in our thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest sympathies for the Kurelac family. Rest easy now
So sorry for your loss. Such a beautiful soul from a great family. You are all in my prayers. God bless
My sincere condolences on the loss of a beautiful person. Great young lady and a great family. God bless.