Stephen was born in Santa Rosa California on December 28, 1978. But he grew up on the beautiful island of Maui,Hawai’i. He passed away in a huge surprise in Saratoga Springs Utah early morning on the 23 of September 2023 in a car accident. His parents are Mavis and John Lacio. Stephen is survived by his mother and siblings- Janel Lacio Whittier, John J. Lacio, Martin & May Lacio, Jonathan Lacio, Melodee & Peni Koka, and by his loving nephews and nieces. Stephen loved to cook so much that he would cook delicious meals at home after long hours of working at the restaurants. Stephen loved spending time with his nephews and nieces. His nephew and niece would sleepover so they could watch ghost adventures with their amazing uncle. He also loved to go fishing and he would take his family on little fishing trips all over on Maui.
Stephens' service is on September 30, 2023 @ 12:30 at the Church of Latter Day Saints Harbor Bay Chapel 168 Way Side Saratoga Springs.
Independent Funeral Services will be transferring Stephen back to Maui, Hawai’i and will be buried at the Makawao cemetery next to his father John Lacio.
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