Steven Wayne Harkleroad

Friday, Feb. 19, 2016

Steven Wayne Harkleroad passed away on Feb. 10, 2016 surrounded by his family and friends. Steven was born in Pekin, Ill. on Oct. 12, 1969, son of James and the late Sharon Harkleroad. He attended Pekin High School, Class of 1988. He was a wonderful brother to Robert Harkleroad and a devoted son to his parents. He was an extraordinary son-in-law to Helen Alberti, whom he considered his second mother.

In 1990, Steven moved to Salt Lake City, where he worked for Robert Taylor and Sons for 15 years as a service technician. He owned Car Wash Services and was most recently employed at Alta Paints and Coatings. He married his high school sweetheart and soulmate, Sheila Alberti. They celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary on Sept. 17, 2015. Steven was the most caring, kind and thoughtful husband to his wife and “the best dad ever,” according to his son Chase, whom he loved more than life itself. He was an extremely gifted mechanic, avid snowmobiler, BMX biker, motorcycle rider, and outdoor enthusiast. His motto was “No throttle, no thanks.”

He passed on so many of his wonderful gifts and talents to his son, for which Chase is so grateful. 

The family extends their sincere gratitude to the medical staff in the Emergency Department and the Medical Intensive Care Unit at the University of Utah Hospital.

In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to https://www.gofundme.com/36vd8a9g.