Steven Henry Shaha passed away September 9, 2017 after an accident at home. BornOctober 20, 1953 to James Henry Shaha and Katherine Hine, he lived a vibrant and energetic life. He grew up in the military and had a great love for our country. Steve served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Argentina and served his Savior faithfully his entire life. Passionate about education, he earned multiple degrees and was a master teacher. He worked as an outcomes analyst in healthcare and education and published and presented hundreds of papers all over the world.
Steve loved and livedpassionatelyfor his family. He married Stacy Ellsworth on August 28, 1978 in the Mesa Arizona Temple. They have three children and seven grandchildren. He spent his life improving the lives of everyone around him and was a friend to all. He loved traveling, riding horses, and working with Stacy.
Survived by his wife Stacy and children: Jacob (Melinda), Jimmy (Erin) and Abby (Cameron), his grandchildren Hannah, Ian, Alex, Kate, Claire, Lizzy and Chloe, his mother and siblings.
Funeral services will be onFriday, September 15th at 11 a.m.at1450 East Raddon Drive in Sandy, UT with a viewing from10:00-10:40 a.m.An additional viewing will beheldThursdayevening,September 14thfrom6:30-8:00 p.m.at1272 E. Walden Lanein Draper, UT. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Steven Henry Shaha Donations account at Zion's Bank. All proceeds will be given as fast offerings to the Sandy Spanish Speaking Galena Branch where he and Stacy were serving as missionaries.
I had the pleasure of meeting Dr Shaha early in my medical career where he was discussing the wonders of decision support tools. He left a lifelong impression on me. He was very inspirational and made me hunger to work more in digital health.
It was with great sadness that on seeking him outline to invite him as a guest speaker that I learned of his passing. But I also learned more about the rich life he lived, and the significant impact he has had on countless people around the world. I give thanks for his life and the short time I got to share with him.
My condolences to his family, friends and loved ones.
Rest in Peace Dr Shaha
