Obituary for Judith Matsko
Judith Ann Bowers Matsko, 82, of Indiana passed away on Friday, August 11, 2023, in Indiana. Born in
Indiana on July 14, 1941, she was a daughter of the late Theodore R. and LaRue (Foster) Bowers. She
was a wonderful and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend.
Judy lived in Indiana for 40 years where she worked over 10 years in college housing. In her younger
years, Judy was very involved with Girl Scouts, Indiana Majorette Drill Team and Junior Women’s Civic
Club.
Judy married Bill Matsko in 1982 and lived in many different cities: Meridian, MS, Richardson, TX,
Wexford, PA, Southlake, TX, New Hope, PA and Phoenix, AZ before returning to Indiana. She sold real
estate in Dallas and then went on to managing commercial and residential real estate. While living in
Texas, Judy and Bill owned a candy store called The Chocolatier.
In Wexford, Judy volunteered at Sewickley Hospital and worked at Talbots. When she and Bill moved
back to Indiana, Judy volunteered at IRMC and spent Wednesdays in the summer with her “swim team”
friends at Sandy Fritz’s. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church.
Judy loved attending activities and events for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed
shopping, going to camp, traveling and was an avid sports fan. When Judy and Bill lived in Texas, they
held season tickets for the Dallas Mavericks, Cowboys, and Texas A & M Aggies football.
Judy was a person with excellent taste who enjoyed decorating her homes and entertaining friends and
family. Judy belonged to several card clubs and Bunco groups and remained in touch with the many
friends she made over the years. One of Judy’s favorite things was yearly vacations to the beach with
her family.
In addition to her husband Bill, Judy is remembered by her children: Tammie Mack Brunetta (Tony),
Indiana, PA, and Brian Mack (Kathy Mears), Marion Center, PA. Grandchildren: Heather Brunetta
Redinger (Todd) and their children Taylor and Mackenzie, Indiana, PA; Benjamin Brunetta (Becca) and
their son Tripp, Greenville, PA; Jeffrey Mack (Jenna), Pittsburgh, PA; Kayla Mack Beatty (Andy) and their
children Carter, Scarlett and Harper, Johnstown, PA. She is also remembered by her brother: Ted Bowers
(Connie), Bolivar, PA; sister-in-law, Mary Jo Bodenschatz, Johnstown; former husband, Chuck Mack
(Peach), Indiana; along with her nieces, nephews, cousins, and many cherished friends, especially Ilene
Liscik and her husband, Buzz.
Along with her parents, Judy was preceded in death by her sister, Janice Bowers and her in-laws, Mike
and Leona Matsko. The family would like to thank all of those who visited or sent heartfelt thoughts to
Judy during the last months of her life. They would also like to thank the staff and caregivers at The
Communities at Indian Haven for the love and excellent care that she received and to Hospice 365 for
their compassion and comfort to Judy and her family. A special thank you to Pastor Steve Bond of Hope
Lutheran Church for all of his visits and providing Judy and family with support, encouragement, and
prayers. We will forever be grateful.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 15 th from 10:00 AM until noon, the time of her service at the
Rairigh-Bence Funeral Home & Crematory, Indiana. Pastor Steve Bond officiating. Entombment will be
held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Judy’s name to The Indiana County Parkinson’s Support
Group- c/o Denise Packer PO Box 128 Clymer, PA 15728.
Online condolences may be offered at rbfh.net .
Indiana on July 14, 1941, she was a daughter of the late Theodore R. and LaRue (Foster) Bowers. She
was a wonderful and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend.
Judy lived in Indiana for 40 years where she worked over 10 years in college housing. In her younger
years, Judy was very involved with Girl Scouts, Indiana Majorette Drill Team and Junior Women’s Civic
Club.
Judy married Bill Matsko in 1982 and lived in many different cities: Meridian, MS, Richardson, TX,
Wexford, PA, Southlake, TX, New Hope, PA and Phoenix, AZ before returning to Indiana. She sold real
estate in Dallas and then went on to managing commercial and residential real estate. While living in
Texas, Judy and Bill owned a candy store called The Chocolatier.
In Wexford, Judy volunteered at Sewickley Hospital and worked at Talbots. When she and Bill moved
back to Indiana, Judy volunteered at IRMC and spent Wednesdays in the summer with her “swim team”
friends at Sandy Fritz’s. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church.
Judy loved attending activities and events for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed
shopping, going to camp, traveling and was an avid sports fan. When Judy and Bill lived in Texas, they
held season tickets for the Dallas Mavericks, Cowboys, and Texas A & M Aggies football.
Judy was a person with excellent taste who enjoyed decorating her homes and entertaining friends and
family. Judy belonged to several card clubs and Bunco groups and remained in touch with the many
friends she made over the years. One of Judy’s favorite things was yearly vacations to the beach with
her family.
In addition to her husband Bill, Judy is remembered by her children: Tammie Mack Brunetta (Tony),
Indiana, PA, and Brian Mack (Kathy Mears), Marion Center, PA. Grandchildren: Heather Brunetta
Redinger (Todd) and their children Taylor and Mackenzie, Indiana, PA; Benjamin Brunetta (Becca) and
their son Tripp, Greenville, PA; Jeffrey Mack (Jenna), Pittsburgh, PA; Kayla Mack Beatty (Andy) and their
children Carter, Scarlett and Harper, Johnstown, PA. She is also remembered by her brother: Ted Bowers
(Connie), Bolivar, PA; sister-in-law, Mary Jo Bodenschatz, Johnstown; former husband, Chuck Mack
(Peach), Indiana; along with her nieces, nephews, cousins, and many cherished friends, especially Ilene
Liscik and her husband, Buzz.
Along with her parents, Judy was preceded in death by her sister, Janice Bowers and her in-laws, Mike
and Leona Matsko. The family would like to thank all of those who visited or sent heartfelt thoughts to
Judy during the last months of her life. They would also like to thank the staff and caregivers at The
Communities at Indian Haven for the love and excellent care that she received and to Hospice 365 for
their compassion and comfort to Judy and her family. A special thank you to Pastor Steve Bond of Hope
Lutheran Church for all of his visits and providing Judy and family with support, encouragement, and
prayers. We will forever be grateful.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 15 th from 10:00 AM until noon, the time of her service at the
Rairigh-Bence Funeral Home & Crematory, Indiana. Pastor Steve Bond officiating. Entombment will be
held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Judy’s name to The Indiana County Parkinson’s Support
Group- c/o Denise Packer PO Box 128 Clymer, PA 15728.
Online condolences may be offered at rbfh.net .