It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Steven F. Belotti, who entered eternal rest on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Steve was born on August 15, 1961, to the late Frank and Elisabetta (Giuliano) Belotti. A kind and generous soul, Steve touched the lives of many and will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.

Steve proudly called Kenosha, Wisconsin, his home, where he built a life filled with cherished memories alongside family and friends.

On April 22, 1989, Steve was united in marriage to Mary Alderson, with whom he shared a loving and devoted partnership.

He was employed by the Kenosha News for many years, serving as District Manager in circulation for 25 years and later as Customer Care Manager for 17 years, until his retirement in 2022.

Steve was a true sports fanatic who cheered passionately for his beloved Wisconsin teams: the Packers, Badgers, and Bucks. An athlete himself, he loved playing basketball, volleyball, softball, and flag football, competing on all of the Kenosha News teams, as well as on a coed volleyball team with Mary. His number one passion, however, was golf. Steve was passionate not only about playing the game but about mastering the art of it. He approached golf with dedication and enthusiasm, constantly studying videos and collecting tips from others to perfect his swing and deepen his understanding of the craft. He enjoyed countless outings with his son Alex and friends on the course, and passed on his love of golf to Alex from a young age... even when Alex was more interested in collecting balls along the edge of the course than learning the game, a devotion that eventually took hold in high school.

Fishing became another treasured pursuit, with trips that began years ago in Mercer, Wisconsin, before the family settled at their favorite house on Lake Delavan. Steve sparked such enthusiasm in Mary that she became even more passionate about fishing than he was, eagerly anticipating each new outing. The days and evenings on the lake fishing, laughing, and enjoying each other's company are among their most cherished memories.

A creative wizard in the kitchen and a master griller outdoors, Steve carried on his father's traditions with pride. He gathered with family for sausage making "the old Italian way," crafting soppressata and capicola sausage using cherished recipes passed down through generations. Steve also had a green thumb, proudly taking over his father's vegetable garden and tending his own garden at home with care.

Steve poured himself completely into everything he did, always researching and perfecting his approach to whatever he pursued. He was unwaveringly supportive of everyone else's pursuits, attending sporting events, games, and family gatherings with enthusiasm. He had a gift for making everyone feel welcome and comfortable, approaching all with genuine care.

Family was the center of Steve's life. He worked tirelessly to provide love, guidance, and support, and his family will forever cherish the laughter, warmth, and kindness he brought into their lives. Steve was a man who embodied what it means to be respected and compassionate, touching others with his generous spirit and witty sense of humor. His wisdom guided many, yet he remained humble in all things. Through life's challenges, he proved resilient and faithful, never wavering in his devotion to those he loved. Steve's loving presence will be deeply missed, but his legacy of kindness and unwavering dedication will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Steve was a loving husband to Mary Belotti and a proud father to his son, Alexander. He is further survived by his brothers, Vincent (Joanne) Belotti and Anthony (Therese) Belotti; nieces and nephews Angela, Frank (Tristian), Dominick (Alyssa), Jason, and Justin Belotti; great nieces and nephews, Armin, Orrick, Amelia, Abigail, Alycia, and Aviana; and many loving cousins, brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Elisabetta Belotti, and his father- and mother-in-law, Julian and Patricia Alderson.