Matthew A. "Matt" Salin

Matthew A. "Matt" Salin obituary, Chicago Heights, IL

Matthew A. "Matt" Salin

Matthew Salin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home on Jan. 17, 2026.
Matthew A. "Matt" Salin. Age 73, passed away peacefully in his home on January 12th, 2026 after his battle with cancer. Longtime Homewood and Chicago Heights resident, formerly of Chicago's Roseland Neighborhood, Matt was so proud of his Roseland upbringing and Italian roots. Matt Graduated from St Anthony Grammar School and St Willibrord High School. Matt grew up around the family-owned Roseland Auto Parts business, which opened in 1966, along with his brothers and helped operate it for many years until its closing in 2005. Matt then partnered with his late brother, Armand in forming the wholesale auto parts business M & A Supply in East Hazel Crest where he continued to work until his passing. Matt loved to host summer barbeques, a good bonfire, and enjoyed delicious meals and drinks surrounded by family and friends. Although Matt refused to retire, in recent years he took more time off to travel. Father of Matthew A. Salin Jr, Ryan (Gina) Salin and the late Michelle Salin. Grandfather of Jase, Misha, and Rowan Salin. Son of the late Antoinette nee Rago and Armand Salin. Brother of Arlene, Steven (Norma) and Thomas (Susan) Salin, Debra Mucha, the late Nancy, Armand and John Salin. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Friend of many. Longtime devoted companion, friend and former husband of Adrienne Salin nee Piejko. Memorial visitation at Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home, 530 West 14th Street (US Rt 30, 3 blks E of Western Ave), Chicago Heights on Saturday February 7, 2026 from 1:00 pm until time of Memorial Services 4:00 pm. Interment private. Info 708-481-9230.

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Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home

530 W. 14th Street Lincoln Hwy. (Rt. 30), Chicago Heights, IL 60411

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