Stephen Loomis

When I was a young teen in the 80s I took three trips on the Royal Polaris, Steve would let me sit in the wheelhouse and watch the operation on the boat. It's those memories that caused me to search for him tonight. So sad to hear he passed.

I met Steve in the early 60s in Newport Beach and had a wonderful friendship with him. I have the fondest memories of him. We touched base again about 15 years ago and reminisced. I will never forget him.

I just saw this and wanted to send my condolences from my late husband John Rowe, who also worked for Frank LoPreste. John spoke fondly of Steve often. I´m so sorry for your loss.

Dear Thea and Brooke, We read, with sadness, the obituary for Steve. Jay and I, and our son, Jason, all liked and admired Steve and we thought that calling him "legendary" was a most fitting description. His expertise and knowledge on the Royal Polaris was beyond comparison. Jason really enjoyed working with him on the boat. I´m sure that it is very difficult for you, Thea, and your children to have to say goodbye to your husband and father. For you, Brooke, your brother has always been a...

I met Steve in the fourth grade at La Jolla Elementary. I had an interest in fishing, and realizing that Steve had more of an interest in fishing than I did, I attached myself to him immediately. I also became aware that he was quite knowledgeable about how to fish off the beach even at the age of nine. He was with me when I caught my first two pound Opaleye just off the north end of Windansea Beach where he and his family only lived a block away. I could go on and on with many stories...

So hard to lose a loved one! My condolences to the family. He will be missed!