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Steve Ewert Obituary
Steve Ewert journeyed above the timberline on January 4th, 2020. Steve dedicated his 69 years to living in, singing about, and deeply loving the wilds of California -- from the hot and dusty San Joaquin, to red and rusty foothill roads, foggy Pacific mornings, and his beloved mountains of light.
He introduced countless friends and family members to those wild and windy places, and his loved ones will forever go to find him there.
When asked what message he wanted to leave with the world, Steve echoed a song written with his friend and songwriting soulmate, Carl Zimmerman. Steve sang this song for fifty years, and is likely singing it still:
"And now each step takes me higher
Into the mountains of light
Where the winter snow melts
And the rapids run white
May I cross over smiling
And just fade away
May earth be our heaven
Or we'll have hell to pay"
Steve's spirit lives on in the many people he touched through music, teaching, landscaping, and his endless ramblings as a renaissance man.
In honor of Steve, donations can be made to the Sierra Club, the Sunrise Movement, Democracy Now, and anyone else striving to help earth be our heaven.
A memorial will be held in the Spring, location TBD.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Ewert
Ray Miller
December 9, 2023
We gather today in your honor. Your calming zen-like presence and your angelic voice will always be remembered. Peace.
Linnie
July 13, 2020
I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER WHEN HE KINDLY SET UP SPEAKERS AND AN AUDIO SYSTEM FOR OUR TINY BACK YARD WEDDING SO MY BROTHER AND SISTER IN LAW WERE ABLE TO PLAY AND SING...AND THEN THE BEST PART I S HE SANG A BEAUTIFUL LOVE SONG TO ME AS I WAS NERVOUSLY AWAITING MY MARRIAGE TO MICHAEL CAINE...I DIDN'T KNOW HIM WELL BUT EACH ENCOUNTER LEFT ME TOUCHED BY WHAT A THOUGHTFUL CARING PERSON HE WAS....
Kathleen Slattery
February 17, 2020
What a fitting sentiment! I'm grateful for the many years Steve shared his wit, wisdom and environmentally friendly ways with all of us at Gardens & Gables. A true friend and mentor with an idelible spirit that even still puts a smile on my face. Many happy trails to you.
February 15, 2020
Dear Family, I just found out about Stephen. I was his best child hood friend. I'm so sorry for your lost & mine. I have so many stories of us growing up together. Please forgive me I had no idea, or I would have been there. Love & Peace to you & your family. He will always be in my heart. Steven Podesta
Elizabeth Rosefield
February 10, 2020
I will always cherish my memory of this dear man. I only knew. Him briefly.
And the few times in my life that we shared were heart touching. but our mothers were mutual best friends. He added a shinning light to the world of nature and we had a lot in common in our love for the Mother Earth. A wonderful spirit. Bless you on you journey, dear friend.
Mark Gilmore
February 10, 2020
I saw Steve with the band around 18 months ago in Napa. They were all awesome but the tall guy with the smile was great to watch. Rest Easy
Karen Jones
February 9, 2020
sorry to hear of steve's passing - may he fly high
Linda Brendler
February 9, 2020
I will always cherish playing music with you and sharing special moments. Long will you live in our hearts.
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