Josiah L. Steinman, 24, of New Haven, departed this life on June 18, 2024. He was born on September 27, 1999, in New Haven, CT, the beloved son of John D. Steinman (Amanda Moreno) and Lamonica Y. Lockwood Adams (Kendell).

Josiah was employed at KMK Insulation, Inc. as a Mechanical Insulator, where he applied his skills diligently and contributed to his community through his work. He was a member of New Flame Restoration Church.

One of Josiah’s greatest passions was coaching AAU basketball at the Boys and Girls Club in New Haven. His commitment to mentoring and supporting young athletes reflected his generous spirit and love for his community.

In addition to his parents, he leaves to cherish loving memories, his siblings, Joslyn Ashley Lockwood, John D. Steinman, Jr., Jayden Katherine-Joi Steinman, Jada Grace Brooke Turner, Oliver Steinman-Bellamy, Mason Steinman-Bellamy and Caleb Cayden Rogers; his grandparents, Katherine Lockwood, John David Bellamy and Paulette Bellamy; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by grandparents, Lawrence Edward Lockwood, Jr. and Betty McDaniel.

Josiah will be deeply missed by his family, friends, colleagues, and all who knew him.

A celebration of Josiah’s life will be held Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Ebenezer Chapel, 50 Dwight St., New Haven. A viewing will be held at the church from 10:00-11:00 a.m. The burial will be in Beaverdale Memorial Park.