Margie Arditi 1928-2021

She was born Aug. 21, 1928, in Youngstown, the daughter of Felix and Carmello Tedesco. She grew up on Superior Street, on the Northside of Youngstown, where, as a young girl, she operated her parents’ convenience store, known in Brier Hill as the “penny candy store.”

Margie was a graduate of The Rayen School, in 1947, and finished her credits ahead of her class; she was an honor roll student.

She was married to her next-door neighbor, Donald Arditi, on Jan. 6, 1951, until he passed at the age of 72 on Jan. 1, 2000.

Margie was a long-time member of St. Charles Church in Boardman, where she participated in the garden and card clubs. She faithfully attended church; and when she couldn’t she watched the Catholic services on TV and received Communion in her home. She retired from Boardman Schools as a cafeteria worker. She held managerial positions at Grants and the Mother to Be Shop in the mall.

She leaves behind her four children, Marilyn (Arditi) Burns, Denise (Arditi) Featsent and twins, Don Arditi and Bonnie Arditi, all residents of the Mahoning Valley; grandchildren, Jason Burns, Heather (Gary) Johnson and Tom Featsent Jr., residing in the Carolinas. She also leaves behind several nieces, nephews and godchildren with whom she had a special bond. They were very dedicated and loyal to her through the years. She was particularly close to her niece and nephew, Richard and Marie Cataline, whom the family would like to send their sincere gratitude to for creating many meaningful memories for her.

In addition to her parents and spouse, Don Arditi, Margie was preceded in death by sisters, Phyllis Tedesco Cataline and Rose Tedesco; brother, Frankie Tedesco; and grandson, Christopher Burns.

Margie will be remembered by all for her bright and warm smile. She was known to reach out and grab the hands of people walking by just to talk with them. She will be remembered for her love of children and her loving relationship with her great-grand-dog, Peanut.

“We will remember her for the crafts that she took the time to make for all family weddings, graduations, etc. She took pride in being a self-made seamstress and made so many clothes, coats, curtains, etc. for family members. Our family tradition was Sunday dinner at 2 and you could expect a call if you were late. She could always be found in the kitchen cooking and baking for her family. She might have gotten a nod from Martha Stewart for her meatballs.”

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting monetary contributions, in memory of Margie, to St. Charles Church, 7345 Westview Drive, Boardman, OH 44512; Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott Road, Poland, OH 44514; or to Glenbeigh Hospital and Outpatient Center, 2863 OH-45, Rock Creek, OH 44084.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov.16, 2021, at St. Charles Borromeo Church in Boardman, with the Rev. Philip Rogers presiding.

Friends may call from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021, prior to Mass, at the church.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the professional care of the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Ave., Boardman.

The family respectfully requests that masks be worn to calling hours and Mass.

Condolences may be sent to the family via text, telephone or sympathy card or by visiting the Book of Memories at www.rossifunerals.com.

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