Steven Robert Ylitalo, 66, of Sacramento passed away on October 23, 2017. Steve was born on September 13, 1951 in South Dakota. As a child his family moved to Northern California. Steve is a U.S.ArmyVeteran with one tour of duty in theVietnam War. He was a Construction Forman for 30 years. He loved music/playing the guitar, cooking and gold mining but most of all he loved his family. Steve is survived by his wife Beverley of 34 years; daughters Stephanie (Justin) and Sarah (Eric); sisters Debby (Art), Debbie (Bob), Rhonda (Mark), Kathy (James); and brothers Perry and Dale (Dianne). He also leaves behind three grandchildren, four nieces and seven nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary, father Robert and younger brother Monty. Steve will be inurned on November 9, 2017, 12:30 pm at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery Dixon in CA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mercy Foundation, athttps://www.supportmercyfoundation.org/donate. If you will be attending the service please go tohttps://www.Sierraviewfuneralchapel.netfor further information.