In memory of

Steve "Papa" Allen Litzky

Ione, CA

March 10, 1954 - April 25, 2023

Mar 10, 1954 - Apr 25, 2023

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In memory of

Steve "Papa" Allen Litzky

Passed

April 25, 2023
Born

March 10, 1954
Resided

Ione, CA

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Steve's love of animals was a core part of his identity. His early life was spent building aquariums and learning about oceanography. As an adult he loved to ride and train with horses. Steve ensured his children and grandchildren shared this love by regularly taking them to the zoo.

To honor Steve we are sponsoring an animal on the Conservation Carousel at the Sacramento Zoo. These funds will support the Sacramento Zoo operations, education and conservation. We are sponsoring the Sea Horse to honor Steve's love of the ocean and his cowboy ways. Contribute

Steven Allen Litzky, beloved father and grandfather, passed away at home in Ione, CA on April 25, 2023. Steve was 69 years old. Steve is survived by his dog Pearl; children Alexis, Katherine, and Rosalind; and his grandchildren Levi, Solomon, Harper, Sonya, and Nora.

Born to Marilyn Proskauer Litzky and David Litzky in Brooklyn, NY on March 10, 1954, Steve grew up with his older brother Richard in Roslyn Heights, NY. Steve’s passion for the …

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