Ralph M. Matteo (1932-2023)

R​alph M. Matteo, 90, of Hershey, passed away on May 12, 2023 at Columbia Cottage.

He was born September 29, 1932 in Brooklyn, NY, son of the late Daniel and Mary (Sanseverino) Matteo.

Mr. Matteo was a retiree of Old Dominion Trucking. He was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, former President of Parish Council, member of Knights of Columbus Hershey and Scout Master. He was also former President of Lakeland, NJ Traffic Club. He enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Ralph is survived by sons, Daniel J. (Anna) Matteo and Brian M. (Melissa) Matteo; daughter, Mary A. (Tony) Basti; 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Helen (Caffrey) Matteo; and siblings, Robert Matteo, Marian Gambale and Josephine DeSimone.

A viewing will be held on Tuesday, May 16th, from 5-7PM in the Hoover Funeral Home, 88 Lucy Ave., Hershey. A viewing will also be held on Wednesday, May 17th in St. Joan Of Arc Catholic Church, 359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey from 10:30-11AM, Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11AM. Interment will follow in the Hershey Cemetery.