Steve "Gooch" DeMaiolo

He was born to Rocco and Catherine (Donato) DeMaiolo on May 21, 1932 in Youngstown, Ohio and graduated from Hubbard High School in 1951. He is a member of the school's Athletic Hall of Fame for his football and baseball accomplishments.

His work career was a reflection of his nature of self reliance, creativity and exceptional work ethic. He designed and built a golf course, was a home builder and residential developer. He was a landscape designer, contractor and nurseryman. He was a regular fixture at the area nursery sale venues. He founded DeMaiolo Marine Construction at Roaming Rock Shores in Ohio over fifty years ago. That legacy business continues under his son, Michael. He taught his sons and grandchildren to take a chance--especially on yourself.

He was a skilled horse racing handicapper, fisherman, card player and great storyteller. Yet foremost, he was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. He had an indomitable spirit and leaves a trove of memories of a long life well lived. He will be sorely missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by his wife and high school sweetheart, Betty (Hetrick) and his two sons; Dr. Steven (Lisa) and Michael (Michelle). He is also survived by five grandchildren; Nick, Steven, Alicia, Marcus and Megan and seven great grandchildren; Nico, Leo, Angelo, Roman, Marco, Nora and Milo. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Anthony and Dominic.

Thank you to all the friends, family, doctors and nursing staff who cared for him.

We are truly grateful.