Judy Matranga

Judy Matranga, age 75, passed away on January 22, 2025 in San Francisco. Judy was the beloved, devoted wife of her surviving husband Joseph of 52 years and loving mother of four children. She leaves behind 11 grandchildren, 11 surviving siblings, numerous nieces and nephews, and a large community of friends. 

Judy is survived by her spouse Joe, and four children: Geoffrey Matranga (Kim), Carolyn Brady (Shawn), Ben Matranga (Daniela), and Frank Matranga (Heather). She also leaves 11 cherished grandchildren: Siena, Miles, and Russell Matranga; Josephine, Charles and Rosalia Brady; Sophia and Daniel Matranga; and, William, Benjamin and Mary Matranga. 

Judy was born on July 27, 1949 in Hays, Kansas to her late parents, Alfred A. and Thecla C. Haas. She was 1 of 14 children. Siblings include Nathan Haas (Barbara), Father Julian Haas, OFM, Cap., the late Norbert Haas (Jane), Alfreda Schmidt (the late Milton), the late Mary Haas, Thomas Haas (Therese), Lorraine Berland (Doug), Rich Haas (Leona), Maurice Haas (Debbie), John Haas (Sharon), Fredd Haas (Linda), Joyce Lang (Tom), and Donna Nathanson. 

Judy grew up in rural Antonino, Kansas. She graduated from Marian High School in Hays, Kansas in 1967 and attended Fort Hays State University studying Graphic Arts. In 1972 she entered Volunteers In Service To America "VISTA" (now known as AmeriCorp), where she met Joe. They were both stationed in Leon, Iowa, beginning a life long friendship and eventual romance. Joe and Judy were married on May 19, 1973 in Antonino, Kansas. 

Upon moving to San Francisco, Judy continued to bring creativity to her public service career with the City & County of San Francisco's Purchasing and Police departments, and City College of San Francisco. Her artistic talents would follow Judy throughout her career. She earned her Bachelor's degree from San Francisco State University and lived in Sacramento for four years where she managed Golden Era Handicrafts for the City of Sacramento's Council on Aging. Returning to the City, her career progressed with the San Francisco Public Health Department, retiring after 20 years as a Senior Contract Analyst. 

Judy was very active in public service and always available at St John the Evangelist school and parish for more than 40 years. Her time included 2 years as PTG President, chair of numerous auctions, festivals, carnivals, celebrations, and memorials. She was a Lector and Eucharistic Minister for four decades, and Co-Parent of the Year in 1999. Judy volunteered at Immaculate Conception Church for over 2 decades serving at countless Spaghetti Luncheons and Italian Catholic Federation events. 

The family offers a special thanks to the caregivers and medical staff who provided hospice care in her final days. Heartfelt appreciation is also extended to her sister Donna, nephew Alex, and the many visitors who spent hours comforting her and providing her companionship.

 A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on February 6, 2025 at 11:00 am at Immaculate Conception Chapel, 3255 Folsom Street in San Francisco. 

Donations can be made in her name to a charity of your choice.

Memories and words of comfort may be shared on Judy's tribute page at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com