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Obituaries

Medici stays ‘In Touch’ with Ohio Arts Council

“In Touch” is the latest exhibition brought to Medici Museum of Art through its relationship with the Ohio Arts Council. Curated by Megan Young, the exhibition features the work of 13 Ohio-based artists. “It’s in response to emerging from the pandemic and being in unison with one ...

Joseph R. Maderitz 1936-2024

YOUNGSTOWN — Joseph “Joe” Ronald Maderitz, 88, of Youngstown and of Mesa, Arizona, passed away peacefully, Thursday, April 4, 2024. He was born Jan. 1, 1936, in Girard. Joe was a kind and quiet man who was loved by all that knew him. He enjoyed spending the winters in Mesa with his ...

Steve H. Roth 1928-2024

YOUNGSTOWN — Steve H. Roth, 96, passed away peacefully, Thursday, May 9, 2024. Steve was born April 20, 1928, in Youngstown, a son of Stephen and Maria Olenick Roth. He attended Campbell Memorial High School. In later years, he took a business course at the New Castle School of Business. ...

Susan E. Sackela 1953-2024

AUSTINTOWN — Susan E. Sackela, born Jan. 19, 1953, in Youngstown, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. Susan was a proud graduate of Boardman High School. She was a loving and devoted individual who dedicated her life to caring for her family and raising ...

Phyllis T. Witherow 1937-2024

NORTH LIMA — Phyllis Theresa Witherow, 86, passed away Tuesday morning, May 7, 2024, at Aventura at Assumption Village Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family. Born July 7, 1937, in Youngstown, Phyllis was the beloved daughter of Michael and Theresa Navy Esposito. Phyllis graduated ...

John C. Steele 1957-2024

BROOKFIELD — John C. Steele, 66, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at Sharon Regional Medical Center. John was born Nov. 23, 1957, in Youngstown, a son of Carl A. and Novella D. Chapman Steele. He was a truck driver for various companies for many years. John was a veteran of the ...