Matthew Ekas Obituary
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
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Glenn McAfee
November 7, 2025
Pattie, Steve, and all of Matt's family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Take comfort in knowing that Matt left behind a lot of memories of good times and laughter. I will always remember Matt and some wild kayak trips down the river, to and from Camp. Matt would usually bring along a box of wine, which would quickly get soggy and turn into a bag of wine. He loved demonstrating how to drink like a Viking, aiming the flow while holding the bag high overhead, before passing it around. We would be purple by the time the bag was dry!
Matt was a true outdoorsman and was always willing to pass along his knowledge of woods and waters. He was passionate about hunting and fishing. I'm going to try to attach a picture of Matt holding a 50" Rockfish he reeled in on my boat while fishing on the Chesapeake Bay. We had some great adventures, which I'll remember fondly.
Glenn McAfee and family
Kim Mann
November 4, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. Matt is such a big part of my memories at Pitt-Bradford. My heart breaks knowing he is no longer with us.
Sandy & Tim Ekas
November 2, 2025
So sorry to hear this information.
Kerry and Becky Bacha
October 30, 2025
It saddens us deeply to hear of Matts passing. We would like to extend our condolences to Patty and Steve and all of Matts friends and family. Quite often when Matt would be walking Charlie or any of the family dogs past our bakery he would stop and engage in friendly conversation. It was always our great pleasure to visit with him as he sure loved his animals. His legacy became what we become to know as Rixford. Fond memories will forever be remembered of his kind spirit. God bless during this difficult time. Kerry and Becky Bacha
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Jayme Christine Johnson
October 29, 2025
Im so very sorry for your loss..I remember watching a beautiful meteor shower with Matt in the hot tub at his Mom and Steve's house. Matt was always kind and caring. He had a gentle soul. Love you Pattie and Steve, Jayme Johnson
Brandy McKee Sheneman
October 28, 2025
I remember Matt's laughter. He brought fun and joy to the Class of '95. Love and prayers.
Penney Renninger
October 28, 2025
Pattie and Steve, We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know we are here if you need anything! Sending love and prayers, Randy and Penney Renninger
Randy and Kathy Scott
October 28, 2025
We are so sorry Jon, Patty & Steve. Our hearts go out to you. Praying for comfort to surround you.
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Art and Sue Ewings
October 28, 2025
Patti and Steve, we are so sorry for your loss!! Hopefully with time you will find comfort in all your pictures and memories! Art and Sue
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