Matthew Ercolino

Matthew Ercolino age 53 passed away on February 1, 2023. Matt was the beloved son of the late Jennie and Angelo Ercolino. He was the loving brother of Joyce Archinow, her husband Steven, Stephen Ercolino, his wife Karen and Gail Ercolino. He will also be sadly missed by his niece Allison Archinow, nephews Michael Ercolino, Eric Archinow, Alexander Ercolino, other relatives and his entire SPIN (Special People in Northeast) Family.

Matt attended Torresdale Elementary School and graduated from George Washington High School in Philadelphia in 1991. He earned a certificate in Industrial Production and Maintenance from the Alvin Swenson Skills Center. He was a member of St. Luke's Bishop Hoffman Reformed Episcopal Church, and spent many summers attending SPIN camps where he took part in all the activities.

Matt enjoyed a variety of music, loved watching TV shows and movies, and spent many afternoons going to museums to learn about dinosaurs. Visiting the zoo and the aquarium were one of his favorite things to do. He loved to attend WWF Wrestling matches and vacationing at the seashore, where he'd ride the roller coasters and hang out on the boardwalk. Matt was an avid collector of DVDs and comic books, and knew all of the characters. He also enjoyed bowling and swimming. Matt had a true love of food and especially looked forward to holiday dinners with his family.

A member of the SPIN community for years, Matt touched the hearts of many. He was a man who knew what he wanted, shared his love widely and was taken from us too soon. He was a great friend and all those who knew Matt will surely miss him. The family would like to acknowledge the continued support Matt received from SPIN, Quality Progressions and from all of his care teams and staff over the years.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet his family Thursday, February 9, 2023, from 9:30 to 11:00 AM at Lambie Funeral Home in Philadelphia, 8000 Rowland Avenue (at Rhawn Street). His memorial service will follow Thursday at 11:00 AM. After the service Matthew will be laid to rest in Forest Hills Cemetery with his parents. A memorial luncheon for family and invited guests will be held at 1:00 PM at Randi's Restaurant, 1619 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, 19115.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Matt's name to Special People in Northeast (SPIN)
10501 Drummond Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154 would be appreciated. www.spininc.org