Josephine (Olach) Matesic Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Josephine (Olach) Matesic , 76 of Aliquippa passed away March 6, 2017 surrounded by the love of her children. She was born October 20, 1940, in Aliquippa and was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Kantancik) Olach. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a beloved daughter, Lorraine Matesic, a son-in-law: Milton “Butch” Rheem and a niece, Trysha (Tuffie) Roberts. Josephine was a member of St. Titus Church and the Confraternity of Christian Mothers. Her passion was her family and she loved spending time with them. Surviving are her children: Michael Ann Rheem, Sharon Maurer, John and Kristy Matesic, all of Aliquippa. Five grandchildren: Sharilyn, Derrick, Darryl, Addison, Abigail and a great granddaughter: Presley. Two sisters and two brothers-in-law: MaryAnn and John Tuffie, Helen and Vince Trombetta. Two nieces: Lisa and Becky, three nephews: Terry, Vince and Chris and numerous great nieces and great nephews. Visitation will be Thursday 4-8 p.m. in the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home Inc. 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa 724-375-0496. Departing prayers will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Friday in the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 a.m. at St. Titus Church with Father Howard Campbell officiating. Entombment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully asks that donations be made in memory of their mom to the Leukemia or lymphoma Society, St. Jude Children’s Hospital or a charity of one’s choice.

Josephine (Olach) Matesic

October 20, 1940 - March 6, 2017