Jim Avery
I first met Steve when I started working for Sun Microsystems late in my career. Steve was not just a co-worker but over the course of the few short years we worked together, he became one of the nicest friends I have ever had. Steve and I were close in age and both of us had very diverse and interesting careers. Through many conversations I came to know him as a kind and generous person with an amazing range of interests and talents. An inlaid pocket knife that Steve gave me has been a reminded our friendship over the years. His calls and well wishes on my birthday each year and his recognition of my military service will be missed.

