Obituary for Marianne H. Matrisciano (Killian)
Marianne H. Matrisciano, nee Killian, 88, a resident of The Villa St. Elizabeth in Wyomissing, PA, passed away peacefully at the residence of her daughter surrounded by family on Thursday, September 14, 2023. She will be greatly loved and missed by her entire family and friends of which she had many.
Born in Landingville, Schuylkill Co, PA, she was the daughter of the late Mark E. and Olive M. (Kimmel) Killian. Marianne was a 1953 graduate of Schuylkill Haven High School, where she was fondly known as “Metz”. After High School she bravely joined the U. S. Air Force and served our country during the Korean War between 1953 - 1956. After her service Marianne moved to New York where she lived until 1974. She then returned home to what she referred to as the beautiful rolling hills and greenery of Pennsylvania. Marianne worked as a secretary for Theodore Roosevelt, IV, as well as several other high-level executives at Lehman Brothers on Wall Street. After moving back to PA, she was a legal secretary for Williamson, Friedburg and Jones; a customer service representative for Pottsville Bleach and Dye; and retired from Fritz Moving Company as an administrative assistant. Marianne was a member of St. Ignatius Loyola Roman Catholic Church, West Lawn. While spending time in Florida, she would attend St. Katharine Drexel Church in Cape Coral.
Marianne was a smart, strong-willed, independent, loving, caring and compassionate mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many. She will always be remembered for her beautiful smile, optimism, and her love of family. She was happiest when she was surrounded by her family. Marianne was a very giving person, a great cook, and loved to eat ice cream. She loved yard sales, flea markets, and finding treasures to resell. Marianne was a master of crossword puzzles and brain teasers. She enjoyed attending the Women Veterans of Berks County and the monthly Schuylkill Haven class of 1953 luncheons.
Marianne is survived by her children: Laura J. Matrisciano-Voith, wife of David H. Voith, Centre Twp.; and John Lucio Matrisciano, significant other of Jennifer Cunningham, Cape Coral, FL; five grandchildren: Vinessa A. Ferraro; Renee M. Ferraro; Vance M. Matrisciano, husband of Jeany; Gina Marie (Matrisciano), wife of Nicholas Gallagher; and Nicole Elaine Matrisciano; and six great-grandchildren: Logan Kunkle; Sophia Dearholt; Cecelia Dearholt; Elijah Alcantara; Brendan Gallagher and Colin Gallagher. She is also survived by her siblings: Karen Bilinski, wife of Robert, Lafayette Hill; and Edward Killian, husband of Janice, Lebanon, PA. Marianne was predeceased by her grandson whom she adored: Vincent A. Ferraro; and a sister: Dottie Kramer, wife of Merle, Schuylkill Haven. She will be missed by her beloved cat Stella. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation to either St. Jude's Children's Hospital, or Keystone Military Families Home – Keystone Military Families
A viewing will be held at Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., 233 Peach Street, Leesport on Tuesday, September 19th between 3:00 and 5:00 pm followed by services beginning at 5:00 pm. Burial will be at the Leesport Cemetery on Wednesday, September 20th at 10:00 am followed by a light brunch, location TBD. All are welcome to join us for a celebration of life after the Burial on Wednesday. For online condolences, please visit, www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.
Born in Landingville, Schuylkill Co, PA, she was the daughter of the late Mark E. and Olive M. (Kimmel) Killian. Marianne was a 1953 graduate of Schuylkill Haven High School, where she was fondly known as “Metz”. After High School she bravely joined the U. S. Air Force and served our country during the Korean War between 1953 - 1956. After her service Marianne moved to New York where she lived until 1974. She then returned home to what she referred to as the beautiful rolling hills and greenery of Pennsylvania. Marianne worked as a secretary for Theodore Roosevelt, IV, as well as several other high-level executives at Lehman Brothers on Wall Street. After moving back to PA, she was a legal secretary for Williamson, Friedburg and Jones; a customer service representative for Pottsville Bleach and Dye; and retired from Fritz Moving Company as an administrative assistant. Marianne was a member of St. Ignatius Loyola Roman Catholic Church, West Lawn. While spending time in Florida, she would attend St. Katharine Drexel Church in Cape Coral.
Marianne was a smart, strong-willed, independent, loving, caring and compassionate mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many. She will always be remembered for her beautiful smile, optimism, and her love of family. She was happiest when she was surrounded by her family. Marianne was a very giving person, a great cook, and loved to eat ice cream. She loved yard sales, flea markets, and finding treasures to resell. Marianne was a master of crossword puzzles and brain teasers. She enjoyed attending the Women Veterans of Berks County and the monthly Schuylkill Haven class of 1953 luncheons.
Marianne is survived by her children: Laura J. Matrisciano-Voith, wife of David H. Voith, Centre Twp.; and John Lucio Matrisciano, significant other of Jennifer Cunningham, Cape Coral, FL; five grandchildren: Vinessa A. Ferraro; Renee M. Ferraro; Vance M. Matrisciano, husband of Jeany; Gina Marie (Matrisciano), wife of Nicholas Gallagher; and Nicole Elaine Matrisciano; and six great-grandchildren: Logan Kunkle; Sophia Dearholt; Cecelia Dearholt; Elijah Alcantara; Brendan Gallagher and Colin Gallagher. She is also survived by her siblings: Karen Bilinski, wife of Robert, Lafayette Hill; and Edward Killian, husband of Janice, Lebanon, PA. Marianne was predeceased by her grandson whom she adored: Vincent A. Ferraro; and a sister: Dottie Kramer, wife of Merle, Schuylkill Haven. She will be missed by her beloved cat Stella. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation to either St. Jude's Children's Hospital, or Keystone Military Families Home – Keystone Military Families
A viewing will be held at Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., 233 Peach Street, Leesport on Tuesday, September 19th between 3:00 and 5:00 pm followed by services beginning at 5:00 pm. Burial will be at the Leesport Cemetery on Wednesday, September 20th at 10:00 am followed by a light brunch, location TBD. All are welcome to join us for a celebration of life after the Burial on Wednesday. For online condolences, please visit, www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.