Steven Warren Youkey of Fortuna passed away at the age of 75 on Friday, April 19, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

Steve was born in Scotia to A.W. and Aline Youkey on September 21, 1948. He attended Rio Dell Grammar School and Fortuna High School where he met his high school sweetheart, Carol Addington. He graduated Fortuna High School in 1966.

Steve started working for Pacific Lumber Company at the age of 17 delivering mail. He then transferred to the print shop where he worked for 48 years and became a well-known pressman throughout the county and was recognized nationally by the 3M Company for outstanding pressman achievements. Steve created an atmosphere within the Scotia print shop that became a place that people associated with him and his love for the community. He later became owner of the print shop and retired at the age of 66.

Steve married the love of his life, Carol on May 10, 1969 at the First Baptist Church in Campton Heights. Their love and dedicated to each other was an inspiration. Steve and Carol built a beautiful life together. They welcomed their son, Brian Warren in September 1971 and daughter Heather Lynn in June 1974. Steve loved attending his children’s and grandchildren’s events as spending time with his family was his number one priority.

Steve was an active member of his community belonging to the Rio Dell and Scotia Volunteer Fire Department and coached his children in youth baseball.

He belonged to the Redwood Empire Golf Club where he enjoyed golfing and playing cards with his friends. He also enjoyed his 1967 Chevelle 396 SS that he bought brand new at the age of 18. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping with his friends and family and going on donut runs with his grandchildren. Steve will be known for being an avid dog lover and enjoyed daily walks with his dog, Abbey.

Steve is preceded in death by his parents A.W. and Aline Youkey, childhood friend Rodney Johnson and many other dear friends.

Steve is survived by his wife of 54 years, Carol Youkey, Son, Brian Youkey and Daughter-in-Law, Keri, grandchildren, Brayden, Haylee and Madison, Daughter, Heather and Son-in-Law Ryan Davy, granddaughters Payton and Taylor, sister Frances Henry and her husband William Henry Jr., along with countless friends and family.

Steve lived life to the fullest. He always greeted people with a smile and brought laughter to everyone he met.

Steve’s Celebration of Life will be held Friday, April 26 at 4 p.m. at the Fortuna Veterans Memorial building. In lieu of flowers, please consider sending a donation to Hospice.

The family of Steve wishes to acknowledge Dr. Stephanie Dittmer and staff, Visiting Angels and Hospice and the community who surrounded his family with love and support.

Steve radiated Jesus through his actions and is now at peace in heaven. Psalm 23:6.

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