Steven Edward Sokolowski

Although we knew each other since the 7th grade, it wasn't until the last ten years that we actually became friends.  Weird that it would take all those years to find someone as meaningful as you became in my life.  I will remember the concerts which were almost a religious experience with you, your love of live music.  Like Roland says, Film Noir in the desert just won't be the same without you.  I will especially miss all those breakfasts at Keedys in Palm Desert after driving the backroads from Escondido, down in the valley to meet with you my friend.  Your humor was always right on even though we both were going through some down times.  We talked about health and similar family histories when it came to some serious conditions.  But all through the past year, you barely let on, the stage of your illness, and all I can say is you were tough as nails, and courageous.  I miss you more than you'll ever know.