ALBANY – Matthew J. Huba, 48, of Albany, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, April 12, 2022. Matthew was born in Albany, and lived in Albany and Rotterdam all his life. He was a graduate of Albany High School, and was employed as a landscaper, and by the U.S. Post Office, and most recently by Ultra PET in Albany. Matthew was a great fan of professional sports, especially the NFL, and he also enjoyed coaching Pop Warner Football and Little League Baseball.
Matthew is survived by his son Zachary Huba of Rotterdam; Zachary’s mother Danielle VanVranken; his daughter Alissa Tommasone (Nicholas) of Glenville; his parents Linda Shoemaker Huba and Richard A. Huba of Albany; his brothers Peter Huba of Latham and his former wife Josie Huba, Walter Huba of Rotterdam, and Mark Huba of Albany; his nieces and nephews Kayla, Karleigh, and Brandon Huba, Shane O’Brien, Tyler Huba, and Maelena Huba; and by many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Wednesday morning at 11:00 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Wednesday morning prior to the service from 9 to 11 a.m. After the service, relatives and friends are invited to a gathering at the Elks Club, 25 South Allen St, Albany, NY 12208 from 12 to 4 p.m. to continue celebrating Matthew’s life. To leave a message of condolence for the family or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com .
Peter huba
To my brother who was always my superstar growing up, even though I was your elder!! I cherished our time together and know life brought some unknown struggles, you will always be loved and missed!!! May God bless your eternal soul and peace ❤️
Dan Wasserbach
Pete and Family.
My condolences on Matt’s passing.. I had a chance through my friendship with Bob Feldstein to spend some time with Matt years ago.. I remember going to a Yankee game and watching sports on TV and the great conversations, Matt knew his sports!!
My prayers and love to all of you.
George Sokaris
To Peta and the Huba family,
My sincerest condolences on the untimely passing of Matt. There are no words that can console you but hopefully good memories of him will help you through this difficult time.
Dan Levin
Huba Family
I am so sorry for you loss. I am grateful to have been able to call a friend for nearly 40 years. He was always kind and loyal to all.
Kirsten only met him a couple time at your house Pete, but she immediately sensed the goodness he possessed.
Our love thoughts, and prayers to you entire family.
Mal Martin
To the Huba Family,
My heart was filled with sorrow when I heard about Matt’s passing. So many special memories of my youth in Albany involved Matt and the Huba family. I was again blessed to have Zach as a student and have more time with the Huba family. Wherever Matt may be I hope he is in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Mel Egnor
My condolences to Danielle. Alissa , Zach and the Huba family. Matt was a very kind person that made everyone feel important in his presence . He will be greatly missed.
Praying for his family as they grieve their tremendous loss.
Bob Feldstein
I’m heartbroken over the loss of Matt. He was always so good to me, and more importantly, to my Mom. He was always willing to help and asked nothing in return. I value the time we spend together and am proud to call him my friend.
I saw greatness in him, I still do
RIP Matty Hubs
Beverly Huba McCasland
May Matthew rest in peace. He is in the hands of God now. My sincere prayers are with his entire family.
Dan MacColl
My deepest condolences to Pete, Mark and Walter and Matt’s family. I love you guys and I loved, Matt. The best years of my life were with Matt growing up in Albany, playing ball at the courts. I will never forget him. He had a heart of gold and was kind to everyone around him. To Matt’s mom, Linda, thank you for being such an amazing person. You were a second mom to me.
Tobi
Dear Linda & Richard,
There are NO words for the loss of a child!
Sending loving thoughts to surround you both & your family.
Tobi & Ray
Mark and Deb D
We are very sad to hear about Matt’s passing. He was a GREAT guy with a big heart. We have fond memories of him from the Pop warner football days when Zach and Nick played together. Prayers to all of you and may Matt rest easy. Mark, Deb and Nick D.
Angel Lopez
Sending my condolences to the entire Huba family. Mr. & Mrs. Huba,Pete,Walter,Mark and all the children. Through my friendship Mark and Walt I came to know you Matt. Always a straight shooter and stand up guy. You will truly be missed. Rest In Peace Matty!!!!
Deanne VanVranken
To the Huba family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Matt was a good guy, always kind and a part of our family. He will be missed always.
Prayers to the family
Audrey Ennis
My deepest sympathy for the loss of such a good soul. Matt will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
Deborah Denicola
We were very sad to hear of Matt’s passing. Matt was a great guy with a huge heart. We have fun memories from back in the pop warner days. We are thinking and praying for all of you for strength and may Matt rest easy. Mark, Deb, and Nick D