William J. Matyas

William J. Matyas obituary, Niles, OH

William J. Matyas

William Matyas Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wm. Nicholas Funeral Home & Cremation Services, LLC on Feb. 6, 2026.
William J. Matyas, 72, of Austintown, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, January 27 at his home.
He was born September 6, 1953, in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of the late William and Mary E. (Lindsay) Matyas.
He was a 1971 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School. He worked as a machinist for over 40 years. William enjoyed fishing and deer hunting.
He is survived by his two children; five grandchildren; sisters, Debbie (James) Hunter and Patty Matyas; and brother, George (Dixie) Matyas.
William was preceded in death by his parents.
In accordance with his wishes, no funeral services will be held at this time. Anyone wishing to express their sympathy can do so by making a contribution to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in William's memory.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Lane Funeral Home Austintown Chapel, 5797 Mahoning Avenue, Austintown, Ohio.
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