Joseph J. Matlyak, age 67 of Easton, died Thursday, January 25, 2007 in his home. Born in Bridgeport to the late Joseph and Anna Kopchyak Matlyak he has resided in Easton all of his life. Joseph was a retired farmer with the Center Farm Dairy. He was a lifetime member of the National Riffle Association and had a great love for Blue Grass Music. Survivors include a brother Edward Matlyak of Easton; two sisters Alice Ramillard of Easton and Doris Matthews of Fairfax, VA and several nieces and nephews. A brother Thomas and a sister Nancy predeceased him. Requiem Funeral Services will take place on Monday, January 29, 2007 at 11:30 am in the Adzima Funeral Home 50 Paradise Green Place Stratford with the V. Rev. David Cochran officiating. Interment will be in Lawncroft Cemetery Fairfield. Friends may call on Sunday from 1-3 pm. Panachida services will be at 2:30 pm.