Robert Steven Frick was born on November 18, 1945 in Lebanon, Oregon to Robert and Nadine Frick. Steve passed on January 30, 2025 at the age of 79. He was a resident of Orick.

Steve’s family lived in Oregon and Canada before settling in Big Lagoon in 1958. He graduated from McKinleyville High School in 1964.

Steve realized his dream of owning a trucking company, when he purchased his first truck around 1970. Steve dedicated his life to the trucking industry, which started when he began driving an off highway truck at the age of 16. Steve started working for Blankenship Trucking upon Harry’s death in 1972. He ran the trucking company until 2017, when he sold it to his son Byron.

Steve married Patricia Ross (d. 2020) in 1988 and brought along Kristy, Linda (d. 2023) and Shane to the family.

Outside of work, Steve enjoyed time spent with family, particularly with his wife Pat on many unforgettable trips to Hawaii, Nascar and drag races. Steve was a storyteller and loved talking trucks. Steve’s humor, generosity and laughter will be missed by all who knew him.

Steve is survived by his sons Kenny (Samantha) and Byron (Kimberly) of Orick; grandchildren Magen, Zack and Mackenzie; great-grandchildren Jaxon, Travis, Paige, Blair and Louella; brothers David (Lydia) of Arcata and Mike (Patti) of Eureka; nieces Jennifer Hooven (daughter of Dave and Lydia), Staci Frick and nephew Jason Frick (daughter and son of Mike and Patti).

On Sunday, February 9 , from 2 to 4 p.m., we will have a casual open house — 89 Hufford Rd, Orick.

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