Matthew Jon Ekas
Matthew Jon Ekas, 48 of Rixford, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at his residence.
Born January 1, 1977, in Bradford, he was the son of Jon Richard Ekas and Pattie (Frederick) Newton, who survive.
Matt was a 1995 graduate of Otto Eldred High School and received his bachelor’s degree in computer science from the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford in 1999.
During high school he played football and was on the track team. He played organized baseball, both youth and senior league in Eldred. He enjoyed riding four wheelers, hunting, fishing, camping, kayaking, and spending time outdoors. He loved walking his dog Charlie.
After graduating from college, he worked for Adelphia Cable and later Times Warner Cable as a Technical Support Specialist.
Surviving is his father, Jon Richard Ekas of Bradford, his mother and step father, Pattie and Steven Newton of Rixford, his maternal grandmother Colyn Frederick, of Bradford, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Kenneth Frederick, paternal grandparents Richard V. and Virginia Ekas.
Friends will be invited to attend a Celebration of Life at a later date to be announced.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Memorial contributions if desired may be made to the McKean County SPCA PO Box 113 Bradford, PA 16701
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
All Condolences -
Pattie and Steve, I am so sorry for your loss. Matt was such an amazing man and friend, and I feel so fortunate that our paths crossed. His laid-back personality and simple outlook on life were truly welcoming and contagious. I will always cherish the memories we shared — they were some of the best I’ve ever had. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless.
— Eric Davis
Dear Patty and Steve, I don’t have enough words to tell you how very sorry I am for your sorrow. I know how much Matt meant to you. My heart breaks for all of you. I send my love and deepest sympathy to you. ??
Vicki
— Vicki Palazzetti
I''m so sorry for your loss. I remember many a Monday night, being at the "squeak" house watching RAW. I will be thinking of you.
— Joseph Sherry
Patty and Steve, I am so sorry for your loss. We had so many memories and fun times with "squeak" at the Gold Eagle Hotel. He was always smiling and joking. He will be missed.
— Stacy and Chris Claycomb
Dear Patty and Steve, I don’t have enough words to tell you how very sorry I am for your sorrow. I know how much Matt meant to you. My heart breaks for all of you. I send my love and deepest sympathy to you. ??
Vicki
— Vicki Palazzetti
Terrible to hear, had so many great memories in college and after, part of the best group of friends there ever was.
— Ted Phalon
Pattie and Steve, I am so sorry for your loss. Matt was such an amazing man and friend, and I feel so fortunate that our paths crossed. His laid-back personality and simple outlook on life were truly welcoming and contagious. I will always cherish the memories we shared — they were some of the best I’ve ever had. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless.
— Eric Davis
So very sorry. Thoughts and prayers with his family. Some of my best school memories include him.
— Melissa Jacoby Brewer
Matt was my very first friend and one of my best friends through our youth. One of my favorite memories is when we were probably 6, or 7 years old and he had a kids snowmobile. He took me out riding and it flipped on top of us. I cried so bad because I thought we were going to be in so much trouble. Matt never worried though he said it would all be okay. We had 18+ great years being just steps away. I could write all day about the memories. I am sending love to Patty, Steve. and Jon. Thank you for giving me all the time I got to spend with Matt. He definitely made my life better. Prayers go out to all the family.
— Farrah Anderson Taylor
Patty and Steve I''m so very sorry for your loss. I''ve known Matt since kindergarten and his personality was one of a kind. He always had us laughing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
— Heather DeGolier Monti
Patty and Steve,
My deepest condolences to you and your entire family. Having seen Matt a few times when you delivered tickets, he seemed so nice. My heartfelt sympathy to all of you.
— Judy Larson
Pattie and Steve, my condolences and prayers are going out to you during this most difficult time.
— Sharon Covert
Pattie, Jon and Steve. I am so sorry for your loss. I will hold those memories close to my heart that Matt and I formed as children the Looker Mt days. He was so loved. Prayers and hugs my friends.
— Billie Jo Graves
Oh Matty. All of my favorite Childhood memories include you. And they generally ended with me injured. Baseball Bad to the head, fish hook through my thumb, falling off my wobbly wheeled bike after Steve ran over it. We built dams in the creek, tubed down the Tin Can... you taught me how to play Foos Ball & Darts. Our childhood friendship was filled with adventures & imagination. Ill always remember you & wild days we spent experiencing the woods, hills & waters of Rixford. You''ll be missed, but remembered my friend.
— Mary
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time
— Millard and Kelley
Our deepest condolences as you go through this difficult time.
— Fred and Vera Cloud
He was such an important part of my life. My best friend. I cherish so many memories with him. Nothing but love for him and his family. May yiu all find peace. I miss you, brother.
— Sean Fox
Pattie and Steve, we are so very sorry for your loss. Praying for you.
Deena and Joe
— Deena and Joe Godding