Steven Drypolcher

1984 - 2017

Steve Drypolcher

Jan 31, 1984 - Jan 23, 2017

Steven Dale Drypolcher, 32, died January 23, 2017 unexpectedly in his home. He was born January 31, 1984 in San Francisco, CA, the son of William and Trudy Drypolcher, brother to Joe Drypolcher, brother-in-law to Jourdain Degarmo, and owner of his dog, Disco. A San Francisco native, Steven graduated from Lowell High School in 2002 where he founded the Computer Club. In 2006, he graduated from University of Southern California Film School where he was honored by being selected to direct the Senior Film Project.

After college, Steven was a Producer, Director, Cinematographer, or Writer of over 30 works of art including feature-length films, short films, screenplays, and music videos, and started two production companies in Los Angeles where he lived until 2015. He then returned to San Francisco where he began to explore a new medium in the form of a podcast to discuss a variety of topics.

Steve was intelligent--he meticulously researched topics and attempted to see all perspectives before forming his own opinion about the matter. World issues affecting humanity deeply concerned him and he was constantly researching the ways he could make a difference. This left no shortage of ammunition for his sharp wit and humor in any conversation he might have. He had a penchant for making people laugh and possessed a contagious chuckle. His loyalty to those he loved was unquestionable. He was generous and loving with those he cared about and would leverage his library of gadgets to fill any digital gaps he identified in those people's lives. He was a mentor to young students, he made life easier for a lot of people, and he changed lives. Steve was always true to himself. He was an explorer, a detective, an adventurer, a scientist, a believer in the unknown, a humble teacher, and a visionary. His friends and family will carry that energy and enthusiasm and spirit forward for him and do our damndest to live life in a way that would have made him proud. Steve wanted to drop an education bomb because he believed that being informed and learning to think critically would help us live in harmony. In that spirit, it is asked that donations in remembrance of Steve be made to Meritus College Fund, at www.meritus.org, for college scholarships.

There will be a Celebration of Steve's Life on Sunday, February 19 at the Golden Gate Yacht Club from 2 to 4 PM at 1 Yacht Road in San Francisco.