Patrica Ann Wuertz, 82, of Washington, Indiana, passed away surrounded by her loving family on January 15, 2026, at the Villages at Oak Ridge in Washington.
She was born on December 1, 1943, to the late Roy & Melvina (Elmore) Cone, in Montgomery, Indiana.
Patricia was a graduate of Washington High School. On July 2nd, 1961, she married the love of her life, Darrell R. Wuertz, and they spent over sixty-two years together before his passing in 2023.
Patricia was a member of Bethany Christian Church in Washington. In her free time, she enjoyed camping and travelling around the country. She loved cooking and especially loved shopping. Some may call her the “clearance rack queen”. She cherished spending time with her family and friends, particularly her grandchildren. She will be deeply missed.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Darrell R. Wuertz; her parents, Roy & Melvina Cone; and her sister, Linda Hogle.
Patricia is survived by her son, Randy (Cortnea) Wuertz; her grandchildren, Drake Wuertz, Cecelia Wuertz, and Ruby Wuertz; and her great-grandchildren, Sophia, Brayden, Matthew, Roman, and Malachi Wuertz.
The family has chosen to postpone all services for Patricia due to the incoming winter storm and will reschedule a at a later date.
Online condolences may be shared at goodwinsieversfh.com. Goodwin-Sievers Funeral Home is honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Patricia and her family.
