Matthew Magnone, Sr.
September 10, 1925 ~ February 6, 2017
Matthew Magnone, Sr., 91, of Weirton passed away Monday February 6, 2017, at Acuity Specialty Care, Weirton.
Born in Holliday's Cove, WV, on September 10, 1925, Matthew was the son of the late Frank and Rose Gillette Magnone (Trione). He was also preceded in death by his step father, Anthony Trione; his wife, Dolores J. Tairiol Magnone on October 4, 2000; and his two sisters, Wanda Bengier and Theresa Snape.
Matthew, a real estate developer and insurance and travel executive was owner of the former J.S. Tairiol Company in Weirton which is still in operation today as Assure America. He was also the president of Tairiol Enterprises, where he remained active for over 60 years.
Mr. Magnone fought in World War II as a rifleman and flame thrower in the United States Marine Corps Infantry battalion. He was cited for his meritorious conduct, courage, loyalty and devotion to duty serving as an example to his comrades in the performance of his duties during the operations against the enemy at SAIPAN, TINTAN, IHEYA and OKINAWA from May of 1944 to September of 1945.
After the war, Matthew returned to Weirton and eventually met his wife on a blind date and the couple was married in 1955, and soon after started their family.
He will always be remembered as a humble kind hearted man who always found the good in other people. A devoted catholic, he quietly helped people along their way.
Mr. Magnone was a member of Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, Holy Name Society, and the Knights of Columbus 3734.
He will be missed by his loving family which include his two sons, Joseph M. Magnone (Cynthia) and Matthew A. Magnone (Lori) and his daughter, Veronica Smitsky (Michael) all of Weirton, WV; his five grandchildren, Kristen Campbell (Jason), Alicia Smitsky, Amanda Amborn (Sean), Sarah and Landon Magnone; his two great grandchildren, Peyton Campbell and Madeline Cullinan.
Visitation will be 2-4 & 6-8 PM Wednesday at the Greco Hertnick Funeral Home 3219 Main Street Weirton.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 AM Thursday, at Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, Weirton, WV
Rev. Fr. Dennis Schuelkens, Jr. will preside.
Entombment will follow at Saint Paul's Mausoleum with military honors conducted by the United States Marine Corp, and the American Legion Post 10 Honor Guard.
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How blessed our family was to have Delores and Matt as neighbors. I will fondly remember Matt for being soft spoken, kind and having a warm smile.
Matt, So sorry for your loss, prayers for you and your family.
My thoughts are with all of his family and friends. I had the pleasure of knowing him and working with him for several years. Mr Magnone was so very pleasant each day and had true class. May you rest in peace. With deepest sympathy.
Matt & Family,
Our condolences to you all during this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Bill and Paulette Galiotos
My condolences to the family. I knew Mr Magnone when the office was across from the bus station because he employed my grandmother, Cora Moore; for many years. She always spoke highly of your family.
Joey, Matt, and Veronica your dad was a great guy. He was like a dad to us all on Kathleen Way. I have wonderful memories of him. You know you all are in my prayers. God Bless
I am so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. I remember him being a pillar of the community …even as a child. And also seeing him the neighborhood we all grew up in. Your families will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Matt & V & families, Your dad was a great guy. Always a smile on his face & a cheerful disposition. I’ll miss him in his CR-V driving past me in the neighborhood. He was always so helpful to me at the office concerning the business. Prayers are with you for peace & strength. God bless!
Matt and family, my deepest sympathy. May the happy memories help you through this difficult time. Prayers to all of you. God bless
Joe and the family, Our deepest and heartfelt tears for you and the family. He sits with the angels at the feet of our God. “Long live Poppo” We love you guys. We are so very sorry. Don & Linda
Uncle mat u will be missed
You will be greatly missed Matt rest in peace
Matt and Family, Our condolences to you all during this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Bill and Paulette Galiotos
Joey, Matt, and Veronica, I am heartbroken to hear the news about your father’s passing. He always had a smile and warm hello when I saw him. God bless you with comfort and peace. (I am leaving on a business trip and will not be able to pay my respects in person, please forgive me.)
Veronica I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My heart has been with you since I heard. May he rest peacefully and your family find comfort.
To Matt and you family.. Please except my condolences to your family I’m so sorry for the loss of your father..may god be with you all at such a sad time in your life and may you all find peace with the wonderful memories with your father God bless and may he rest in peace
Joey and family,you have my deepest sympathy and prayers in your time of sorrow.
joe, so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joey, We are so sorry to hear of your dads passing. We always enjoyed seeing your dad. Thoughts and prayers for all of you.
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of Matthew Magnone, give you peace, comfort and strength… Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.. My thoughts and prayers to the family of …. US Marine WW II Veteran, Matthew Magnone, is “A True American Hero” God Bless† † Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
May God Bless All of the Family, Matt was a super person, he always had time to say “Hello”!! May the family keep strong until you all meet in our Fathers house
Mr. Magnone was a wonderful man and always seemed to be smiling. He would always have some words of wisdom to share and I enjoyed working with him. My deepest sympathy to Joey, Matt and family.
Joey and family, our deepest sympathy to you all. We know how dearly you love “Poppo” and are saddened to hear of his passing. May special memories bring you peace, comfort and strength now and forever. We will always remember his kindness and welcoming smile; we wish we could be there in person to pay our respects. Our love, our hearts and our prayers are with you and we are here for you. God Bless you, and may “Poppo” rest in peace.
Matthew I extend my condolences, unfortunately I had surgery on Tuesday the 7th and assuredly will be hospitalized through the week. I shall pray for you.
Mr. Magnone, an American hero, a life well lived. May your memory be eternal.
Matt, Joe and Veronica and family members, you have my deepest sympathy on the loss your father, a true hero who courageously fought for our country. I have know him for many years and he was a gentlemen. He was a most humble man and one of the nicest individuals I have know. I am sorry I am out of town and could not attend his funeral God Bless
Joey and Cindy, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. May you have many great memories of your times together and and may he Rest In Peace. I thank him for his service . Love ya,