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Gerald "Jerry" Allen Trembush left this world peacefully on Friday, October 27, 2023. He was in one of his favorite destinations, Canaan Valley, WV, surrounded by some of the most special people in his life, including his cherished wife, Becky, after 55 years of marriage. Jerry was born May 17, 1946, in Charleroi, PA, a son of the late John and Mary (Hussar) Trembush. He is survived by his loving wife Rebecca (Becky) James Trembush; daughters, Kara (Kipp) Ottley of Powell, OH, Keely (Brian) Marlin Rappmundt of Morgantown, WV; and a son, Kevin (April) Trembush of Morgantown. He was known as "Pappy" by his 8 grandchildren; Karsyn Wagner, Hank Marlin, Josie Trembush, Kaden Ottley, Zoe Marlin, Kole Ottley, Evyn Trembush and Marlin Trembush. Also surviving are sisters-in-law, Ursula Trembush and Carol Gaidos; and many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his sister Dolores (Jack) Moody; brothers, Tom, John and Tim; a niece Jessica Naber; nephews, TJ, Douglas and Adam Moody and Michael Trembush; and a son-in-law, Robert “Bob” Marlin. Jerry attended Rostraver High School, graduating in the class of 1964, participating in Varsity basketball and football. The first in his family to attend college, Jerry graduated from Glenville State College (now University) in 1968 with a Bachelor's degree in Education (Physical Ed, Health, and Library Science). He and Becky then married on July 20, 1968 and began their teaching careers in Marshall County, WV. By the age of 25 years old, he had become the youngest school administrator in the state, serving at Sherrard JHS, John Marshall HS, and Moundsville JHS. He then went on to serve as the Assistant Director of the WVSSAC in Parkersburg, from which he ultimately retired. Jerry was an active member of St. Jude Church, serving as a lector and parish counsel member; and was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. Aside from spending time with his family and grandchildren, Jerry served his community on the city council and as city clerk for many years. His favorite pastimes included golf trips with friends, quality time at the Moundsville County Club, hunting with multiple generations of friends and family, fishing, making wine, serving up breakfast to his grandchildren, and always taking the scenic route home. Family will receive friends on Friday from 1-3 & 6-8pm at Grisell Funeral Home & Crematory, 400 Jefferson Ave., Moundsville with Rosary Devotions being recited at 7:45pm and on Saturday from 10am until Funeral Liturgy with Mass Celebration at 11am at St. Jude Catholic Church, 710 Jefferson Ave., Glen Dale with Fr. Doney and Fr. John Ledford as co-celebrants. Private interment in Riverview Cemetery, Moundsville. Memorial contributions may be made to Glen Dale Volunteer Fire Dept., PO Box 25, Glen Dale, WV 26038 or St. Jude Catholic Church, Glen Dale.

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Gerald "Jerry" Allen Trembush

May 17, 1946 - October 27, 2023