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1945
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2024
Steven Ettles Obituary
He was born on December 30, 1945, in Boise, ID, to Mary and George Ettles, who adored him and considered him their pride and joy.
Steve dedicated over 37 years to serving Sutter County as a teacher and coach, including coaching baseball at Yuba City High School and Faith Christian High School.
He was also a skilled pilot, an avid woodworker, and a meticulous caretaker of his home and yard. Above all, he loved sports, especially cheering on the San Francisco Giants.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sally Ettles; his sister, Kathy DeWitt in Atlanta, GA; his nephew, Wesley S. DeWitt; his niece, Kathryn DeWitt; his sister-in-law, Jolene Stout in Corning, CA; and his niece, Lovette Fox in Red Bluff, CA.
Steve was preceded in death by his father, George A. Ettles; his mother, Mary A. Ettles; his brother, Michael A. Ettles; and his grandmothers, Jo W. Ettles and Genevieve Anderson.
Flowers or donations in Steve's memory may be sent to Legacy Baptist Church of Yuba City, CA, 1980 S. Walton Avenue, Yuba City, CA 95993, or to a charitable organization of your choice.
A devoted and faithful follower of Jesus Christ, Steve left a positive and lasting impact on everyone he met. He will be deeply missed.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Monday, December 30, 2024, at 12:30 PM at Legacy Baptist Church, 1980 S. Walton Avenue, Yuba City, CA, 95993. There will be a private gathering following the service.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steven Ettles
Bob Lee
December 27, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with Sally and their loving family. Steve was an engaging educator with a passion for student learning. He was a skilled athlete who provided me many fond memories playing softball together. Steve will be truly missed by all those who had the opportunity to know and work with him. May God's peace be with him. Sincerely, Bob
G Singh
December 17, 2024
Mr. Ettles was my homeroom teacher in 6th grade and P/E teacher in 7th and 8th grade at Barry School. He was always cool and laid back, but at the same time encouraging. He had a great sense of humor and was a person you could joke around with. He was respected by all. I'll never forget he would always pass out Tootsie Roll candies every Friday on our way out the door and say "Get outta here" My condolences to his family.
David Duckett
December 16, 2024
Our Deepest condolences and sympathy on Steve's passing. The Dave Duckett Family.
Dennis Bunting
December 16, 2024
Sally: Steve was without question the best male athlete in our RBUHS 1964 class. His natural abilities and unselfish nature still resonate. I will never forget how fluid and graceful he moved, regardless of the athletic event, but especially football and basketball. The tributes from his former students and friends confirm his true character and hopefully provide some comfort to you. Denny
Rollen Casselberry
December 15, 2024
Mrs. Ettles, I was a small in stature sophomore at Ychs in 1972 and an unproven baseball player when I tried out for the JV baseball team in I think Coach Ettles first year there! I ended up making the team as coach´s utility infielder! He kept me on the team to fill in at 2nd base for the games that either Junior Garcia pitched or Kenny Gooch pitched! Coach gave me my sense of worth with his coaching style and knowledge of the game of baseball and I credit him for my long lasting fondness of the game! After not making the Varsity team as a junior Coach selected me as his starting second baseman my senior year as his first year coaching the Varsity team in 1974! I have and always will know your husband, my Coach, as a wonderful man and model! God bless you Mrs. Ettles! Rollen Casselberry
Lynn Morrell Swendiman
December 13, 2024
Sally, I am so sorry to hear about Steve´s passing. I have such vivid memories of your lovely relationship starting in high school. Even though I have not seen you in years you both have been in my thoughts through out that time. May the Holy Spirit wrap you in love and caring for now and always. Fondly, Lynn
Taylor Schattner
December 12, 2024
Mr. Ettles was an amazing influence on my life. I was a very small human but always wanted to impress him because he believed in me. He called me Mighty Mouse and I´ve taken that on through many years of my life. I loved him as a teacher and his "small" words meant more than anything. My thoughts are with you all who have been touched by such an amazing person.
Andrea Ickes-Dunbar
December 9, 2024
Steve was a valued member of the Barry School upper grade teaching staff (dubbed "BUGS") for all of my years teaching there. He was friendly, cheerful, calm and dependable, a great snow-trip co-leader, loved by colleagues and students. He took me on an unforgettable plane ride over the Buttes, and unfailingly brought "Sally Cookies" to our annual year-end student excursion to the Forebay. My heartfelt condolences to you, Sally.
Sarah Pryor
December 9, 2024
Steve volunteered at C.A.N. Christian Assistance Network for many years. My maiden name was Ettl. When I got my first phone I was listed as S. Ettl. 50 years ago I used to get his phone calls and I would explain I did not know Steve and did not have his phone number. But after getting to know him the last several years I found him to be a kind gentleman that I would be proud to call my friend.
Tanya Brooking
December 7, 2024
Steve and Sally were the most wonderful friends to my parents and to all of our family. Steve loved Jesus and others well and will be greatly missed. Our hearts are heavy for Sally.
Greg Lundblad
December 7, 2024
I was there at Lincoln School in his first year of teaching when our team won the city flag football championship. Followed him the next year to Yuba City High. He was a terrific man, teacher and coach.
Lisa Lowery
December 7, 2024
Mr. Ettles was such a wonderful person, teacher, coach, and mentor for so many who knew him. My memories are of a Christian man who set examples for those around him. I am so sorry for the families loss.
Reggie Dickey
December 7, 2024
I'm sorry for your loss Sally...I remember coach Ettles from pe in high-school and from grace Baptist church...the memories of both of you opening your home to the church youth group will always be great memories...take care
Margo Gunderson
December 7, 2024
You are in my prayers Sally. God Bless, Margo
Ana Miles
December 7, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss, Sally.
He was a prayer warrior, always there to pray for
my two sons. He will me missed. May the Lord comfort
you.
SRS
December 7, 2024
Steve's temporary earthly journey is done; his eternal heavenly journey
begun.
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