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Stephen Dobson Obituary
February 8, 1962 - March 5, 2023
Sacramento, California - Stephen John Dobson was born February 8, 1962, and died unexpectedly on March 5, 2023, after suffering a stroke. Steve was the much-beloved owner of Park Place Landscaping. His many talents were in high demand throughout Sacramento and the surrounding communities. He was a generous and kind person who enjoyed working outdoors, loved animals and invariably came to know his customers and their pets as extended family. Steve was a strong man with natural athletic ability. He loved the ocean, and his big brother Tom taught him to scuba dive in his youth. From there, he excelled in abalone free diving, spearfishing, cycling, and hot yoga. Known as 'Yoga Steve" to his many friends, he led classes at Purple Moon Hot Yoga until COVID closed the studio.
Stephen was born in Rancho Cordova to USAF Major Dale Dobson and Mary Phyllis (Miller) Dobson, who pre-deceased him. He is survived by his longtime love, Virginia Rich, of Carmichael, and his siblings Thomas Dobson (Jill), of Titusville, FL, Deborah Dobson Kåge (Jonas), of Boda Kyrkby, Sweden, and Melinda (Dobson) Mejia (Robert), of Bakersfield, CA. Steve leaves also his beloved nephew Adam Mejia, and adored nieces Amelia (Mejia) Gonzales (Ismael), and Isabelle Kåge (Jonathan O'Conner). Steve's absence is mourned by pups Lucas Blue and Xena Marie, and we take joy knowing he is playing in heaven with Cowboy, Scout, Minus, Minga, Mycollie, Winston, Zoe, Gray Davis, Casper, Budbear and J-Baby.
A celebration of life for Steve will be held Sunday, July 16, 2023, in Rancho Cordova. Please contact a family member for details if you care to attend in casual attire to honor a most casually elegant man who shall not be forgotten. Namaste, Yoga Steve.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Dobson
Joan Henehan
July 3, 2025
Thinking of Virginia, for whom the reality of Steven´s absence will never fade. Love is never lost.
v
July 1, 2025
I was thinking of you as I took a walk and right then, a bright heads-up penny caught my eye. I put it with some of your ashes I keep near me always. There were lots of dragonfly visits over the weekend, and I just know it's you visiting poolside. The pups are ok and taking care of me as best they can. I will always love you and you'll always be with me.
V
February 14, 2025
It´s the second Valentine´s Day without you and a sunny cold day. We are missing you every moment. An owl sent strong messages a few nights ago, waking me with a smile thinking of you. I will always love you and you will always be with me. Rabbit
John Cannon
January 20, 2025
Virginia, I just heard this terrible news. I am so sorry.
Virginia
December 19, 2024
My second Christmas without you has me missing you so - I look for you in every morning sunrise, cloud, birds and sunset. I will always love you and you will always be with me.
Rabbit
V
June 16, 2024
Our 20th Anniversary approaches and you are missed every moment. Wishing for one more look into your sea green eyes, to hear your voice and hold your hand. I will always love you and you will always be with me.
v
May 1, 2024
Missing you so much my darling Big Bear- Lucas and Xena Marie comfort me and miss you also so much. We look for you in skies above and everywhere else your spirit may be. Loving you always and forever.
V
March 4, 2024
I look for you in clouds and nature every day and in the moon every night. I know the owl flying over me in the morning was your spirit, and I felt your love and protection. I will always love you and you will always be with me.
V
February 14, 2024
Your birthday and this first Valentine's Day without you have been painful. We miss you so much my darling. I will always love you, and you will always be with me.
Kitty Avila
December 29, 2023
One of Stephen's many drop by visits while working a local job, alway a treat.
Kitty Avila
December 28, 2023
My heart is broken just now finding out about the loss of Stephen. He was a dear friend to me for many years. After I moved to Texas nearly 20 years ago without fail I would still get a Happy Birthday or holiday greeting, or an occasional chat by phone.
Virginia, my heart breaks for you. You were his true love and I know he is watching out for you from above.
To his siblings and family, he was like no other, a brother, an uncle, like no other.
I am so sorry for this loss.
Virginia
September 23, 2023
Virginia
September 21, 2023
Missing you so much my darling. It's been 200 days without you. You are everywhere and will never be forgotten. Loving you always, V
Terry Dorais
July 16, 2023
I remember meeting Steve when he started landscaping with us at Don Leek Landscaping, after school while still in high school. What a great guy.
Terry Dorais
July 16, 2023
Isabelle Kåge
July 15, 2023
Love you Uncle Steve. I tried to make it to your celebration but the weather and flights were not with me, to my great despair. Miss you Your Bellestar
Teresa Mejia
July 13, 2023
The words won´t come and I will assume it´s because it´s so very hard to lose a family member and Steve was part of the Mejia family in every sense. We shared parents, siblings and children together. Holidays, graduations and most recently a beautiful wedding for us all to be together here in Bakersfield one more time. On behalf of the Mejia´s we send to you, our Dobson family, our deepest sympathies on the loss of our Brother Steve. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord and may perpetual light shine upon him. We love you Steve
Joan
July 12, 2023
I have known Steve for about 40 years. He was so kind, he landscaped a couple of my places. I will miss him dearly. It was always so fun watching him get so happy diving and playing in basketball leagues and tournaments. Camping was so fun when he met us at the Ocean. He loved animals so much. My prayers go out to his family, his longtime girlfriend and his pups. Miss you Steve.
Love Joan Jacino
Cheryl Root
July 11, 2023
I went to High School with Steve. Was able to spend time with him after high school as well. He was always fun to be around. We shared a love of dogs. He will be missed.
Joan Henehan
July 10, 2023
Our hearts ache for Steve´s love Virginia, as she struggles with this sudden and immeasurable loss. Theirs were joyous times that we trust will bring comfort and peace through the grief.
Amelia
July 10, 2023
Always your Stinkfoot Love you Uncle Steve
Kristin Seely
July 10, 2023
My condolences. I remember being a little kid and seeing Stephen up in Bucks lake along with his sisters. My father James Rowe was his second cousin.
Charlie Nelson
July 9, 2023
We´ve known Steve for over 32 years. He landscaped two of our homes, front and back, and did a beautiful job on both. We became friends and yes, we knew his dogs, and he knew ours. He was dedicated to his work, but he had a goofy side as well that we also appreciated.
Steve, we are so sad you are gone. We miss you already. Thank you for everything.
Charlie and Candis
Linsey Sandberg
July 8, 2023
Steve was always so happy, funny and easy to talk to. The neighborhood will not be the same without him.
The Sanbergs
Zoe
July 7, 2023
My most sincerest condolences for the loss of Steve. He will always be remembered as a kind and caring soul.
Virginia Rich
July 7, 2023
I will always love you, and you will always be with me. Your adoring Pika rabbit.
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July 8, 2023
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