Robert W. Matecki

Mr. Robert W. Matecki, 84, formerly of Salamanca, NY died Saturday, July 27, 2019 at the Jennie B. Richmond Nursing Home in Springville, NY following a long illness.

Born January 19, 1935 in Salamanca, NY, he was the son of the late Harry and Florence Malanowski Matecki. He was married to the former Sandra Kowalski, who predeceased him on September 2, 2016. Previously, he was married to the former Phyllis Scoby, who predeceased him in 1972.

Mr. Matecki was a graduate of Salamanca High School Class of 1953 and attended Bryant & Stratton College, where he earned his Associates Degree.

He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in Germany.

Mr. Matecki owned and operated the former City Carpet Furniture Company in Salamanca for over 25 years. He was also a professional floor covering installer for the Local Union 66 in Olean, NY.

He was a member of the Lakewood Rod & Gun Club and enjoyed bow-hunting and crossword puzzles.

Surviving are: two sons, Michael (Tracy) Rolfe, Cattaraugus, NY, Robert (Cindy) Matecki, Jametsown, NY; a daughter, Denise (Gary) Newark, Salamanca, NY; three granddaughters, Colleen (Ethan) Green, Cattaraugus, NY, Brittany Rolfe, Salamanca, NY, Tiffany Rolfe, Cattaraugus, NY; three great-grandsons, Ethan John Green III, Logan James Green, Ryan William Rolfe; several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by a brother, Thomas Matecki.

There will be no visitation. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the O’Rourke & O’Rourke Inc Funeral Home, 25 River Street, Salamanca, NY.

A private graveside service will be held at Crawford Cemetery, Salamanca, NY.

E-condolences can be sent to orourke.orourkefh@gmail.com or posted to facebook.com/onofh.