I only got to know Steve at the end of his life. Like many, I was touched by his generousity of spirit and sincere quest of life's meaning. Some of his final thoughts and interactions can be found on music-electronics-forum.com in the "Yldouright's Soap Box" thread and his own forum, theblueguitar.com. Peace be with your soul brother.

Although we never met face to face, Steve and I corresponded since the late 1990's via email and postings in various music related internet newsgroups. Steve made the world a better place. His practical and useful advise as well as his sense of humor will be deeply missed.
Rock on Steve.

I'm using 1 of Steve's manuals to modify a rare amp he studied, and wanted to know more about this generous fella. I'm sad to learn he's passed away, but wanted to thank him & his family. He shared a how-to for fellow builders, full of teachings & safety. His doc represents the largest online knowledge of this amp. His sharing of knowledge is fine example of kindness & belief in community.