Patricia ‘Trish’ Mertes

July 7, 1952 — July 19, 2022

Patricia “Trish” W. Mertes, 70, of Buffalo City, WI, passed away July 19, 2022, at Winona Health.

Trish was born July 7, 1952, in Winona, MN, to Frank G. Mertes Sr. and Patricia (King) Mertes.

Throughout her life, Trish enjoyed careers in a number of fields, including the airlines, real estate, the medical field and at Winona State University. She also enjoyed entertaining family and friends, taking in the view of the bluffs over the Mississippi River from her cabin on the river and going on her summer trips to Montana with her dog.

Trish will be forever remembered by her siblings, Frank “Buz” (Kathy) Mertes Jr., Hunter (Sonia) Mertes, Shannon (Stan) Marg, and many nieces, nephews and friends.

She was preceded in death by parents, Frank G. and Patricia K. Mertes, and grandparents.

Per Trish’s request, no services will be held.

Cards may be sent to Hoff Celebration of Life Center, c/o Patricia Mertes Family, 3480 Service Dr. Goodview, MN 55987.

Online condolences can be left at www.hofffuneral.com.