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Patricia Mae Griffith Buch, 89, of Wheeling, WV, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at the Welty Home.
She was born on September 2, 1936, daughter of the late Thomas A. and Ellen Elliott Griffith.
Patricia graduated from Mt. De Chantal Visitation Academy, where she was May Day Queen in 1954. She went on to graduate from St. Mary's College in Notre Dame, IN.
She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who enjoyed visiting Florida, painting, and playing golf with her father and grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Patricia was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Harry L. Buch.
Patricia is survived by her six children, Mary Beth Buch, Joseph J. (Caryn) Buch, James E. (Samantha) Buch, Anne G. Buch, John P. (Karen) Buch, and Christine M. Buch; 17 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren.
Funeral liturgy with mass was held privately by the family at the St. Joseph Cathedral with interment in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
Arrangements made by Kepner Funeral Homes, 900 National Road, Wheeling, WV (304-232-2732).
Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.kepnerfuneral.com.