Anthony “Tony” Matrazzo

Anthony “Tony” Matrazzo of Beaver Falls, PA passed away on October 10, 2026.  Born in Braddock, PA, the son of the late Charles and Laura Matrazzo, he attended Braddock High School and played football under Coach Chuck Klausing, and was a proud member of the 1958 undefeated team and part of the school’s 58 game undefeated streak.  After graduating high school he attended college at Colgate on a football scholarship and received a BA major in Mathematics.  In 1963 he enlisted in the United States Coast Guard and graduated from Officer Candidate School with rank of Lieutenant Junior Grade.  He was selected to be the Assistant to the Commanding Officer stationed in Miami Beach where he toured the district mainland United States.  After the Coast Guard, he worked for General Electric in Ohio and California as a Systems Analyst.  Upon taking an early retirement from GE, he began his journey back to the Pittsburgh area.  Along the way he enjoyed golfing at some of the most prestigious golf courses in the states and loved attending major golf tournaments.  Tony had a passion for walking.  He would follow the Tristate Men’s PGA tour along with the ladies tour.  His hobbies included listening to music, playing bridge, and golf.   He is survived by his longtime companion of 37 years, Chrissy Fertal, brothers Larry (Stephanie) Matrazzo and Chuck (Beth) Matrazzo, sister Debbie Donofrio, and a host of nieces and nephews who all loved him dearly. Per his wishes there will be no viewing.  Funeral arrangements are being handled by Huntsman Funeral Home in Rochester, PA.