Helen Larch
November 9, 1931 ~ April 5, 2013
Helen Larch, 81, of Weirton, died on Friday, April 5th, 2013. She was born on November 9, 1931 in Weirton, daughter of the late Nicholas and Amelia Kriatsis Moulakis. Helen was also preceded in death by her brother Socrates, her sister Mary, and her infant son. She was a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church in Weirton.
Helen was an inspiration to all of her family. A devout Christian, she always placed others before herself and had a sweet and loving nature. Helen had a lifelong love with her husband Walter, which began at their high school prom. Helen dearly loved her children, grandchildren, and her closest friends the late Mary Moulakis, the late Penny Diniaco, and Dorothy DiNicola. She was a fantastic cook who loved to make her family recipes of Greek dishes. Helen will be missed by family and friends and always remembered for her quick wit and generous spirit.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 57 years, Walter J. Larch Jr., of Weirton. Children: John Larch and Sherri of Wheeling, James and Kimberly Larch of Weirton, and Tina Larch of Weirton. Grandchildren: Amelia Larch, Megan Larch, Jennifer and Captain Christopher Mikula, Jason Larch, Julie Larch, and Tina Marie Rykowski.
Friends will be received Tuesday 24 pm and 68 pm at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton. Funeral Liturgy with Mass to be celebrated Wednesday, April 10th at 12 pm at St. Paul's Catholic Church with Reverend Father Larry Dorsch officiating. Interment will be at Chestnut Ridge Cemetery, Florence, PA.
Memorial contributions may be sent to the St. Paul's Catholic Church 140 Walnut St. Weirton, WV 26062.
Walter, Tina and Larch family, Helen was a special person and a wonderful support to all in Kiwanis. I have wonderful memories of our weekends twice a year. Please know my heart is with you and how much I care about you always and especially at this time of grief. Helen will always be my inspiration. Rose Seymour
Dear Larch Family, Mrs.Larch will always hold a special place in my heart. I have many fond memories of her (and all of you) from childhood on. She was always so loving and kind to all of us. May God bless you and watch over you in this difficult time. Love, Gilda
Tina, I am sorry about the loss of your mother. Your are in my thoughts and prayers. Love Sherry
I am so sorry for your loss. She fought a good fight. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Connie
Walter and Tina,, Shirley and I offer our most sincere sympathies on the passing into glory of your wonderful wife and mother. God’s blessing to all during this time of grief in your lives. Her memories will last a lifetime. God Bless, Frank Davis Kiwanis club of North Parkersburg.
Dear brother Walter and family.Heidi & I wish to express our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved wife, and mother. We know that she suffered many illnesses for many years. She now is at peace in the hands of our lord and savior Jesus Christ.It is with regrets that we will not be able to attend her funeral due to the fact we are away due to our grandson being scheduled for surgery tomorrow.
Dear Jimmy, John, & families, We are sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. What a beautiful obituary. We know she will be deeply missed. Our prayers go out to you, your father, and entire family.
Tina and family, My deepest sympahty – if she was as sweet as Tina, what a wonderful person to have known. Richard Raymond WV Kiwanis Lt. Governor Division 6
Mr.Larch,Jimmy,Johnny and family, You have our deepest sympathy. You and your Mom will be in our prayers. May God be with you and watch over all of you.
Mr. Larch, Johnny, Jimmy, & Tina – I am heartfelt sorry for your loss. Mrs. Larch had a comforting and calm way about her, and her smile is imprinted on my heart and in my mind among my childhood memories. Growing up, I did not know where our yard ended and yours began. She was a friend and confidante to my mom, a shared baby-sitter with my dad, another mother to my sisters and me, and a blessing to our neighborhood. May you all find peace during this difficult time and I hope her loving spirit remains in all of us. Love & Blessings, Monette
Dear Walt & Family, So sorry to hear about the los of your wife & mother!! Please know you are all in our thoughts & prayers!! We really do miss seeing you & do think of you often!! Especially you Sam!!! That’s from Linda, of course!! We’ll continue to pray for each & every one of you!! Much Love, Linda, Dianne & Randy Too!!
Walter, Jimmy and the Larch family. Deepest sympathy for your loss. God bless. In Christian love, Nina Matthews.
Mr. Larch, Jim, John and family Our sympathies for the loss of your loved one Jim and Nancy Gallias
Walter and family, Mom and Dad thought the world of Helen. I remember her as being kind and thoughtful, even through her illness. May she rest in peace. Love, The Simich family
Jim and Tina I am sorry for your loss. Take care.
I am truly saddened to hear of Helens death. Helen was an amazing person. She was always so kind and considerate that I always welcomed seeing her. Her passing will not only leave a void in our lives, but in the hearts of everyone who knew her. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Walter & Family, My deepest sympathy at the loss of a lovely lady.
Kim and Family, So sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
John and Family – My thoughts and prayers for your loss. Sincerely, Doug Hennen
Dear Larch Family, so sorry for your loss. May her memory be eternal.
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Larch family. So sorry to hear of Helen’s passing. We were out of town and just learned of this. May you all be comforted by knowing you will meet again by God’s grace.
John, Jim, and family: My sincere condolences on the occasion of your mother’s passing. Keeping you all in prayer.
I was so very sorry to hear about your mom. It is never easy to lose them. You and your family remain in thought and prayer. Thinking of you and yours, Debi Mahoney
Our sincere condolences to the Larch family in their loss of Helen: wife, mother, grandmother. May wonderful memories keep her close to your hearts.
Kim, So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.