Mica (Mieczysława Pielecha) Trela

Mica (Mieczysława Pielecha) Trela, 83, was called home to the Lord on March 11th, 2026. She had passed peacefully in her home after battling a long illness.

She was born in Strączków, Poland, on November 24th, 1942, to Stanisław and Władysława Pielecha. Mica began her adult life as a biology teacher in Poland. In 1976, she made the courageous journey with her daughter to America, eventually settling in Phillipsport in 1979.

Her innate desire to care for others led her to a career as a Nurse’s Aide, where she dedicated herself to the service of the infirm and the elderly.

Mica was a pillar of her community, active in the St. Mary’s & St. Andrew’s Church, the Phillipsport Community Center, and the Mamakating Historical Society.

She will forever be remembered as the "Pierogi Lady" for her legendary, handmade pierogi. An avid gardener with the greenest of thumbs, Mica could nurture any plant back to life, transforming even the smallest cutting into a lush display of her talent—beauty she frequently shared with friends and neighbors.

Above all, she was as fierce as a lioness, living for and protecting her family, friends, and her beloved cats.

Mica is survived by her children, Agnieszka (Suvicha) Howie and Stanley Thomas Trela, and her cherished grandchildren, George and Juliana Trela.

She was predeceased by her brother, Gustaw Pielecha; her sister, Irena (Pielecha) Warecki; and her former spouse, Adam Trela.

Visitation will take place on Monday, March 16th, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Loucks Funeral Home, 79 North Main Street, Ellenville, NY 12428.

A Funeral Mass will follow on Wednesday, March 18th, 2026, at 10:30 AM at St. Mary’s & St. Andrew’s Church,139 South Main Street, Ellenville, NY 12428.