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Steven Mintz Obituary
Jun 3, 1983 - Nov 13, 2012
Resident of San Diego
Beloved son of Ken and Linda Mintz, grandson of Beverly Mintz and Rosie Chin, brother of Becky Mintz, and devoted uncle of Logan and Callie Mintz-Hernandez. Steve attended Cupertino schools: Regnart Elementary, JF Kennedy Middle School and Monta Vista High School. Steve earned a Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering, completed all requirements for a Master's degree, was working on his PhD thesis at the University of California at San Diego, where he was respected and is missed by faculty and fellow students. As an undergraduate president of the UCSD ASCE student chapter, Steve was credited with energizing UCSD participation in the annual ASCE design competitions. Steve was licensed as a Professional Engineer, and he worked professionally at Rutherford Chekene and at Autodesk in San Francisco.
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Anna Nguyen
January 23, 2013
My deepest sympathy and best regards to Steve's dear friends and family. Steve was such a positive presence in my life.
Ciera S
November 29, 2012
My deepest sympathy for Steve's family. Such an untimely passing and incredible loss. From our undergraduate years, I will always remember his big heart, his patience in helping -and eagerness to help- others, and his sense of humor.
Tricia and Steve Tani
November 29, 2012
Such a shock to all of us who knew Steven.
Leonard V.
November 29, 2012
Deepest condolences to Steve's family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
David Gwie
November 29, 2012
Thoughts and prayers to the Mintz family. I enjoyed working with Steven and discussing ideas with him while he was at R+C and later consulting at AutoDesk.
Tara Hutchinson
November 28, 2012
Steve was a dedicated, bright young engineer. He will be profoundly missed. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
Jose Restrepo
November 27, 2012
Steve was a special and bright student and engineer. We will miss him greatly at UC San Diego. Our prayers with his family and friends.
John H
November 27, 2012
What happened to Steven, ooo sooo sorry to hear, bless his loved ones.
Debra Bomar
November 27, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Mintz family. Steven is sorely missed here at UCSD and the Structural Engineering Department staff, faculty and students.
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