Stein Eriksen Jr

Stein Eriksen, Jr. August 18, 1967 - April 11, 2012

Stein Eriksen, Jr., 44, Passed away on April 11th, 2012. He was living in Benicia, CA at the time, but was in Park City spending time with his daughter, Finn, at the time of his death.

Stein Jr. was by all accounts an accomplished man. His passion for food and great skill as a chef was beautiful to watch, by all accounts, he was poetry in motion. Stein Jr. won many awards over the years for his creativity and expertise. One of his greatest accomplishments was Corporate Executive Chef for Costco. At the height of his career, he prepared beautiful meals for rock stars, including Aerosmith and the Rolling Stones, as well as prominent men such as Lee Iacocca and Jimmy Carter. You would often find those people he was cooking for, drawn into his kitchen just to be in his presence. His charisma would fill a room on its own. He was was an impressive athlete, and to watch him ski down a mountain was to see the likeness of his father, full of grace and style.

Stein Jr. lived in Washington State, Florida, Alaska & California. He moved to Benicia, CA in 2005 with his wife Michelle. Beyond his professional achievements, his true love in life were his beautiful children, Finn & Lars. He is survived by his wife Michelle Hansen Eriksen, his daughter Finn & son Lars. Mother Garvene Hales Eriksen, of Boulder,CO, his father Stein and his wife Francoise Eriksen, of Park City, UT, brothers Churchill, Taylor & Bjorn. Sisters Ava, Anja & Julianna . Many hearts were touched and lives enhanced by Stein Jr. He leaves behind large group friends, who will keep his memory alive with the many stories of the wonderful times spent together.

A private service was held with immediate family at St. Mary's Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers please send donations to The Norwegian Outdoor Exploration Center, PO Box 4036, Park City, UT. 84060 or an account has been set up in his name at Zions National Bank.