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Steven Hatton Obituary
Sept. 15, 1992 - Jan. 28, 2013
Resident of Davis, CA
With great sadness, we announce the death of our beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend Steven Garrett Hatton. Steven suffered the past year from depression and had been struggling to find his path in life. He lost the battle in Davis, CA on 1/28/2013 at the age of 20.
Steve was a math whiz and loved his physics classes and online computer gaming. He grew up in West San Jose and attended Magic Years Preschool, John Muir Elementary, Miller Middle, and Lynbrook High School, Class of 2010. He finished 2 years at UC Davis. Steve was active in AYSO64 youth soccer, Cupertino Hoops basketball, and little league baseball (Cupertino American). In high school, he participated in Men's Volleyball and was a proud Funky Monkey of the Lynbrook Robotics Club. He also enjoyed bowling and golf.
While nowhere near complete, we would like to acknowledge a few special people who were a positive influence on Steven's too-short life - the Magic Years family, especially Nelly, Mariella, and Alba, his baseball coach, mentor, and friend Craig Morton, his basketball and soccer coaches, Robin Young and Mark Arrouzet, his longtime friends Nick Soltero and Evan Short, his high school buddies - Tony Ho, Matt Hong, Leonard Peng, Lawrence Lee, Toshi Tachibana, and Kevin Gan, and his college roommate Kevin Zhang.
Steven is survived by his parents Christopher and Brenda Hatton, sisters Rebecca and Laura Hatton of San Jose, grandmothers Valerie Hatton of Los Altos and Joyce Busch of Monroe City, Missouri, uncles Curt Hatton of San Jose, Trent Busch (Ronda) of Muscatine, Iowa, Robert Hatton (Carol) of Monterey, CA, aunts Lere Busch of Monroe City, Missouri and Mona Stolz (Rick) of Orangevale, CA. Cousins include Sandrina Stolz and Larayne Claussen of Orangevale, Aimee Busch of Manhattan, Kansas, Carrie Lupton (Greg) of Davenport, Iowa, Nick (Jess) Busch and Carl Busch of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Mark Busch of Tarzana, CA. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers Jack Hatton (2004) and Albert Busch (2012).
Private services have been held. Online remembrances can be left on his facebook page HawaiiFiveOh13. "Book 'em, Danno".
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Craig Morton
January 30, 2023
I cannot believe it's been 10 years since we lost Steve. I miss him so much. I miss his perpetual smile (especially the toothy grin he would shoot me all the time) his wonderful, friendly personality that never left, even during the "teen" years. I miss the great times at the Tank, going to see the Sharks with Evan. I am grateful to have known his family, especially Chris who set such a great example of how a father should coach his son. Coaching Steve was a wonderful privilage, being his friend was a blessing. I told him once that if I was ever had my own son, I would want him to be just like hjim. I meant that them and I mean it now. How I miss you buddy. I will never forget you.
Craig
Craig Morton
February 3, 2021
Miss ya, Buddy. Every day.
Joan Lin
February 2, 2021
Miss you, Steve.
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Joan Lin
January 31, 2019
Dear Steve,
Do you remember you are the one teach Michael and me how tasty of tri tip sandwiches in Stephen Schott Stadium? After that experience, we follow your instructions to order tri tip sandwiches every year we go there.
Remember you in our hearts, always!
Sincerely,
- Michael and Joan Lin
Forever 20
Brenda Hatton
January 30, 2019
Craig Morton
January 24, 2019
Miss you, buddy!
Aimee
November 21, 2018
Happy Thanksgiving, Steve. Always thinking of you. I'm so glad we had full on fun Every time we got together. I'd do anything to go back to the kids table with you right now. Please watch over us and let us feel peace and comfort as the holidays can be difficult. See you soon, dear cousin.
January 28, 2018
Love, Mom
January 30, 2017
I really miss my buddy Steve. He was a gift that everyone who knew him received. I can't believe it's been 4 years. My heart is with the Hatton family and all who were blessed just knowing him.
September 15, 2016
Love, Mom
stolz family
September 15, 2016
Thinking of Steve and all his family and friends today, Steve's 24th birthday. Miss you and love you! Mona, Rick, and Sandrina Stolz
January 28, 2016
Love, Mom
Mona Stolz
January 27, 2016
Thinking of Steve and the entire Hatton family.
Joan Lin
January 27, 2016
Miss you, Steven.
January 26, 2016
When someone you love dies, you never get over it. You just slowly learn how to go on without them, but always keeping them tucked safely in your heart.
My thoughts are with the Hatton family.
I miss my buddy.
September 15, 2015
I'm remembering Steve and his entire family on Steve's 23rd birthday. I scrolled through this site and it warms me to read great thoughts and wishes from everyone and to see the family photos. Steve was a great newphew and wonderful human being. Thinking of you buddy!! Love, Aunt Mona and family
July 8, 2015
The last time Steve and I played miniature golf he finally tied me. He had gotten so much better and are matches were really getting competitive. It was one of the few things I could beat him at. I think of, and miss him more every time I drive past Golfland in Sunnyvale. It's the littel things that mean so much to us.
Jo Naylor
June 5, 2015
In most every picture of him and every memory Steve was smiling. And God smiled on him and took him home. Steve shall be missed always.
January 29, 2015
Love, Aunt Mona, Uncle Rick, and Sandrina
January 28, 2015
Love, Mom
January 28, 2015
Thinking of my buddy Steve. My heart is heavy today. Steve was a blessing to all who knew him and I miss him terribly. May his family and friends continue to find comfort in thier memories of a truly wonderful young man.
September 17, 2014
Me too. I really miss my buddy, but that can't compare to how much his dear family does. I think of him nearly every day. My thoughts are with you all.
Aunt Mona
September 16, 2014
Lighting a candle is a beautiful tribute for Steve. Thinking of you and the entire Hatton family.
September 15, 2014
Love, Mom
January 29, 2014
January 29, 2014
January 29, 2014
January 28, 2014
As the sad anniversary of Steve's passing comes and goes, I am reminded of how blessed those of us who knew him were. For me, my friend Steve was a constant source of joy. His smiling face and sweet personality brightened even the darkest of days. I miss the baseball teams, the Sharks games and movies with him and Evan.
I miss Steve terribly but find comfort that he is no longer suffering, and the promised hope that "God will wipe every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more. Neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore."
My heart goes out to those he was closest to, his immediate and extended family. May you find peace and comfort. Thank you for the privilege of his friendship.
Brenda, Chris, Rebecca and Laura: You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Craig
Volleyball Senior Night 2010
Brenda Hatton
January 28, 2014
never without bear-bear
Brenda Hatton
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Brenda Hatton
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Eddie, Evan, and Steve
Brenda Hatton
January 28, 2014
with cousin Sandrina
Brenda Hatton
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with cousin Aimee
Brenda Hatton
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Rose Bowl Jan. 1, 2000
Brenda Hatton
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Brenda Hatton
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Brenda Hatton
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Brenda Hatton
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With Grandparents Jack and Valerie
Brenda Hatton
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Brenda Hatton
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Minor Braves
Brenda Hatton
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Brenda Hatton
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Brenda Hatton
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Brenda Hatton
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with Nelly at Magic Years
Brenda Hatton
January 28, 2014
Fishing with dad in Missouri
Brenda Hatton
January 28, 2014
with Alba at Magic Years
Brenda Hatton
January 28, 2014
January 10, 2014
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December 4, 2013
What're you two up to?
December 4, 2013
I sure miss you, kid.
December 4, 2013
December 4, 2013
October 23, 2013
October 23, 2013
Opening Day 2008
September 23, 2013
September 23, 2013
September 17, 2013
September 17, 2013
Steve and Kipper
September 17, 2013
Aunt Mona
September 15, 2013
Steve,
I think of you every day and especially today, your 21st birthday, I wanted to tell you and your family how much we love you and miss you terribly. We recently had a small family reunion in Tahoe, and played a "pitch" card tournament since that is once of the things Grandma Busch loves best. I will always think of you when I'm playing cards....your analytical thinking of what to play, and how to beat your opponents what fun to witness! I'm reflecting today on what you might have done for your 21st birthday....would you have wanted to get a drink at a bar which most 21 year olds do, or would you have wanted to play video games with your friends, or have cake and ice cream with your family or maybe all three? I salute you today, Steve. Happy Birthday!
Striking a Pose
September 10, 2013
September 10, 2013
Cup o' Steve
August 28, 2013
The Ace Goalkeeper
August 28, 2013
August 15, 2013
August 15, 2013
Navi, Evan and Steve 2011
July 31, 2013
July 31, 2013
Appendix Boy 2008
July 19, 2013
A gift from Italy from my buddy in 2006
July 19, 2013
The ace scorekeeper at work
July 11, 2013
Last Sharks game together
July 11, 2013
Ross Pierce
July 8, 2013
Dear Chris, Brenda, Curt, Valerie, and the rest of the Hatton clan. I was greatly saddened and surprised at the most untimely tragic news of Steve. He was involved in so many activities and seemed to enjoy life so much the times I met him that it is especially difficult to believe his shining face is no longer with us except in spirit. His passing reminds us how precious and fragile life can be. My heartfelt condolences to all who knew and loved him.
In the Salad Bowl
July 3, 2013
July 3, 2013
June 27, 2013
Ace!
June 27, 2013
June 20, 2013
June 20, 2013
First day of school 2008
June 14, 2013
All Star Weekeknd 2007
June 14, 2013
The Pretzel
June 7, 2013
King of the Hill
June 7, 2013
May 30, 2013
Look what we found
May 30, 2013
Waitinig for the Tank to open
May 28, 2013
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