Steven Lee Jochens

I was a good friend of Steve's in junior high and high school in Nampa, Idaho. We did a one week stock (horses/mules) trail ride with the US Forest Service trail crew into the Sawtooth Mountains of Idaho when we were just 14 years old.

Steve was always an adventurous and very intelligent person. It did not surprise me that he ended up living/working and exploring the Alaska landscape.

God bless you Steve and God bless your family. Curt Hogge, Billings, Montana

I am so sorry for your loss. May God's promise comfort and sustain you during this difficult time. John 6:40

I well remember when Steve suggested he and I climb mount Sanford. He knew I was a rock climber, not a mountaineer. Still we would have climbed that mountain if I had found a way to pay my share of the cost. Steve and I worked together on the Kuskulana River Bridge. Steve, Toby and I spent many days together on that challenging project. The last time I saw Steve was in Anchorage when he was taking the P.E. examination. I clearly remember when he said " If we are going to make the climb...

During this time of great sorrow and pain, know that you are not alone. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this time of loss. As you remember your beloved one, may our Father, the God of peace, give you comfort and peace in every way today, tomorrow, and always. Please accept my sincere condolences. 2 Thessalonians 3:16

To the family of Steven Lee Jochens:

My condolence for the loss of your loved one. (Jeremiah 29:11) reminds us that God's true thoughts are of peace for us, not pain. May reflection on his goodness comfort you during this most difficult time.