An older man wearing a dark shirt and cap smiles while seated at a restaurant table with a burger and fries in takeout containers, warm lights and a street view visible through the window behind him.
A longtime Mendocino resident, Steve Muchowski was known for his creativity, curiosity, and love of cooking. (Val Muchowski via Bay City News)

Stephen Joseph Muchowski, 87, passed away on October 15, 2025, surrounded by his family.

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