Matthew T. Rinaldo
(91 years old)
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Matthew T. Rinaldo (Westfield, New Jersey), whose life came to an end on August 29, 2025 at the age of 91, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Matthew T. Rinaldo to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Anthony D. Rinaldo Sr. and Emilie Rinaldo (Haasis); his brother Charles W. Rinaldo; and his adoptive son Richard P. Rinaldo. He is survived by: his wife Sherry J. Rinaldo; his son Todd A. Rinaldo; his daughter-in-law Erika L. Rinaldo; his grandsons, Todd Anthony Jr. and Beau Matthew; his children, Christina A. Rinaldo-Gagliano, Joanne Douglas, Lorrie Simsen, Matthew Rinaldo, Susan Higgins and Michael A. Rinaldo; his stepdaughter Lori Blend; his brother Anthony D. Rinaldo Jr.; Joseph Gagliano, Isabella Noelle, Juliana Charlotte and Olivia Jean. He is also survived by children and grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Friday, September 5th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Higgins and Bonner Echo Lake Funeral Home (582 Springfield Ave, Westfield, NJ 07090). A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, September 6th 2025 at 10:30 AM at the St. Genevieve's Church (200 Monmouth Rd, Elizabeth, NJ 07208).
In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Matthew's life may consider a donation to Semper Fi & America's Fund, which supports wounded veterans and their families, or the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, which serves veterans and first responders.