Steve Abaroa grew up in San Diego, California. He served his mission in the Indiana, Indianapolis mission before attending BYU where he met the love of his life, DeeDee. He taught high school English, Journalism and Theater in Gilbert, AZ for 37 years and is the proud papa of four boys. He currently serves in two of his favorite callings: the Gospel Doctrine teacher and one of the artistic directors of the Mesa Temple Easter Pageant. His and DeeDee’s love language is traveling. They’ve logged many many miles and memories both pre and post retirement.