Steven Michael Kaufman, 73, of Ogden, Utah, passed away on May 6, 2025, after a valiant 30-year battle with cardiomyopathy.

Steve was born on July 2, 1951 to Terri and Gordon Kaufman in Spokane, Washington. The Kaufmans permanently moved to Ogden in 1963. Steve’s parents were very active in the Jewish community. Steve was always very proud of his Jewish heritage.

Steve attended Mount Ogden Junior High, where he met countless lifelong friends, many with whom he formed and played in rock and roll bands over the next 60 years. Steve later attended Ogden High School, where he excelled academically and dominated the state debate scene with his debate partner. He attended the University of Utah on a full ride scholarship and graduated in June 1973 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Speech.

Also in June 1973, Steve married the love of his life, Connie Hoopes. Steve and Connie made their first home in Ogden, Utah. Steve took a year off from his studies while he played four nights a week in his band “Still Rain”. In 1974, Steve and Connie moved to Spokane, Washington, where Steve attended Gonzaga Law School. After graduating, he was admitted to the Utah State Bar in 1977. In 1979, Steve co-founded and maintained a successful law firm in downtown Ogden for over 40 years. Steve was very proud to have served as the Weber County Bar President and Utah State Bar President, among his many other professional achievements and accolades.

Steve and his bandmates continued to live their rock star dreams entertaining local crowds. Steve played bass guitar, sang in, and was the front man for a rock-n-roll band known for many years as “Outrageous.” Steve’s band opened for several major acts at Lagoon.

Steve had a passion for Harley Davidson motorcycles. Steve greatly enjoyed riding with his friends. He was equally enthusiastic about wearing Harley gear.

Steve’s greatest passion was his family. Steve and Connie had two children, Kris and Shana. Steve took his family all over the world on exotic and educational vacations. The family made countless wonderful memories together.

As adults, Steve ensured his children’s professional success, inviting Kris to join his law firm, now known as Kaufman, Nichols & Kaufman, and helping Shana to establish her local restaurant, Hearth on 25th. Kris and Shana have both cherished the opportunity to live and work alongside their Dad, and are both forever indebted to him.

Steve had the gift of gab. He was everyone’s friend. He will be sorely missed.

Steve was predeceased by his father Gordon, mother Terri, and brother Mark. Steve is survived by his wife Connie, his son Kris (Meagan), and his daughter Shana (A.J.). Steve is also survived by his four grandchildren, Dylan, Jayden, Venissa, and Hugo.

Family and friends may attend a viewing Friday, May 16, 2025 from 6-8pm at Leavitt’s Mortuary located at 836 36th St., Ogden, UT 84403. A funeral and celebration of life will be held at Leavitt’s Mortuary on Saturday, May 17th, at 11am, with a viewing from 9:45-10:45 am.

Condolences may be shared with the family at www.leavittsmortuary.com.