Steven Marc Katz

1952 - 2021

Steven Marc Katz, 68, of Las Vegas, passed away on January 28, 2021. Born October 31, 1952 in Culver City, CA to the late Sol and Ann Katz. Steve attended John H. Francis Polytechnic High School. As an Audio Engineer at A&M Records working with artists like George Harrison, Joni Mitchell, The Carpenters, Carole King, The Who, Herb Alpert, Lani Hall, Quincy Jones, Stephen Bishop, Tom Petty, and more. His nickname was Steve "Deacon Dolby" Katz. Co-Owner of ACDC/Audio Cassette Duplicator Co. he went on to open his own business, Armadillo Digital Audio. In 2001, he founded The Armadillo Digital Motorcycle Ride for Autism raising funds for research and therapies for those on the autism spectrum in honor of his son, who was diagnosed with autism in 2000. One of his greatest joys in life was being a father to his two children. He instilled in both of them a great love and appreciation for music which will continually flow through their personal and professional lives. Steve is survived by his two children, Shaina and Jordan, both of Los Angeles. Contributions in Steve's memory may be directed to Autism Speaks, autismspeaks.org. An online memorial service will be held on Saturday February 27, 2021 at 6pm. If you would like to pay your respects, please email katzfamily1952@gmail.com to receive the link to join.