Steven Harvey Fink
May 13, 1946 - August 17, 2017
Steven Fink died peacefully in his sleep at home in Lagunitas, the early morning of August 17th at the age of 71.
Shortly before undergoing knee surgery, he told his brother Jesse not to worry about him. “Whatever happens, I’m good,” he said. “I’ve had a great ride!”
Steve emanated a magical sparkle. He was smart, creative and boundless, a whirling force of energy and unforgettable to anyone he encountered. His generosity and kindness were the cornerstones of his being. If you were a friend of Steve’s, you were his friend till the end.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY to Jack and Rose Fink, Steve carried his “Brooklyn Bravado” with him throughout his lifetime. In his 20’s, seeking adventure, he left for India and journeyed there for four years. He returned home an enlightened, peace loving soul man.
1975 took him to San Francisco, where he reconnected with his childhood pal Mike Sachar.
Together they created Double Rainbow Gourmet Ice Cream and built a remarkable business that earned sweet success.
In the 80’s, he left the city to settle under the great Redwoods of Western Marin, the place he loved most. There he married and raised his family.
Steve loved pilates and good movies. He loved talking on the telephone, always upbeat and optimistic.
He dispensed advice, told stories and spouted fantastic “Steve-isms.”
His weekly highlight was Friday lunch with his buddies.
At home he created stone totems and took up painting. Using metallic paints and glitter, he created beautiful sculptures and placed them all around his majestic property.
“List to a tale of Love in Acadie, home of the happy” H.W. Longfellow Steve is survived by his brothers, Richard Fink, Jesse Fink (Roberta) and Sister, Chana Finkelstein. His children, Avelina Rah (Tariq). Ram Paul Silbey (Kristi) and Luke Silbey. His grandchildren, Aliyah and Safiya, Mason and Elliana. As well as his nieces and nephews, Matisse Enzer, Maia Enzer, Max Fink and AnnieRose Fink.
A memorial celebration of his life will be held on September 10th. For more information please see his Facebook page.
The family requests that donations in his memory be made to the charity of your choosing. Or by giving a “hand” or a gift to someone you love, as Steve would often do.
Peace Out! Love Out!