Kristina Matyi

Kristina “Tina” Matyi age 56 of North Huntingdon passed away on Tuesday August 1, 2023 in her home. Tina was born on December 12, 1966 the daughter of Carol Fantini Matyi, of Penn Township, and the late Richard John Matyi. In addition to her father, Tina was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Joseph and Anna Fantini, of LaBelle, PA; and paternal grandparents, John and Helen Matyi, of Richeyville, PA, her brother John Matyi and her very special friend Michael Williams. In addition to her mother, Tina is survived by her brother Greg Matyi; her sister-in-law, Amber Matyi; nieces, Arden Matyi and Rachel Bielic (Matthew), numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and other extended family and friends. Tina was a graduate of Penn-Trafford H.S. class of ’84, and received her Bachelors in Education and Master’s degree in counseling from The California University of Pennsylvania. She started her career in education working 11 years with Head Start in Wall, PA. Presently employed by the Intermediate Unit 1, Coal Center, PA. Serving St. John the Evangelist Regional Catholic School of Uniontown, PA, ConnArea Elementary School, Connellsville, PA and the Verna Montessori School, Mt. Pleasant, PA. Tina was always ready to help anyone in their need. Tina loved Steeler tailgating, monthly scrabble nights with the girls, making perogies and pumpkin rolls for the holidays and the yearly family vacation to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. She will be remembered for her “big smile” and “hearty” laugh; and always being ready for a good time-attending many concerts throughout her younger years. Tina was a member of St. Agnes R.C. Church, North Huntingdon, PA, PSEA, and NEA. Family and friends will be received on Sunday from 5-7 PM and Monday from 2-4 & 6-8 PM in the John M. Dobrinick Funeral Home Inc., 702 7th St. (State Rt. 130), Trafford, 412-372-3111.   Parting prayers will be on Tuesday at 9 AM followed by a funeral Mass at 10 AM in St. Agnes Church, N. Huntingdon, with Fr. Daniel Ulishney as celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Barbara Cemetery, Penn Township. 

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