Stephen Scott Bertoch passed away September 29th, 2025 after 18 years of battling Alzheimer's disease, surrounded by his loving family in Provo, Utah. Steve devoted himself to the gospel. His committed legacy to serve and love others blessed the lives of all who knew him.

Steve was born in Pocatello, Idaho to Vivian (Bert) and Gladys Bertoch on July 23rd,1949. He grew up there with his two brothers Jack and Mike, and sister Joanne. In Steve's early years of life it was much spent in sports, fishing and hunting. He grew a passion for golf and serving his Heavenly Father. In the year of 1968 he left to serve a mission in Scotland. A mission that brought much joy to him even in later years of his life.

In 1974 Steve graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelors of science in social work. He would then later attend University of Utah to complete his masters in social work. Although a degree in social work became a much rewarding accomplishment and blessing, Steve considered meeting his loving wife Sandy at a BYU dance his most greatest blessing next to his relationship with his Heavenly Father.

They were married in the Oakland, California LDS temple on June 17th, 1972. He referred to this as a sacred day. They were blessed with 4 children through adoption. Steve remained an ever devoted husband, father and then grandfather. Although being blessed with great grandchildren after the progression of his disease, he found joy in the love he shared for them with his wife that always helped him to remember.

Steve spent his life fulfilling his purpose here on earth by doing the Lord's work in all aspects of his life; through his profession with Lamanite Placement, LDS Family Services and his personal life with family and friends. He shared his love of the Savior and serving others.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Dignity Home Health and Hospice for their loving care and support.

Steve is survived by his wife, Sandra, their 4 children: Melissa, Daniel, David, and Jared, 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents Vivian (Bert) and Gladys Bertoch and siblings Jack and Mike Bertoch.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 28th, 2025 at 10:30am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints: 2530 Boone Rd SE, Salem, OR.