James Stephen Favorite

James Stephen Favorite passed away peacefully on February 10th, 2026 after a life lived fully, generously and with a heart that touched everyone he met.

A kind, loving, and brilliant man, James (called Stephen by most of his friends) was known for his adventurous spirit and the wisdom he shared through countless stories, experiences, and acts of compassion. He embraced life with both arms and never hesitated to find joy in the everyday and magic in the mundane. Original poetry and song flowed from him spontaneously, as well as quotes from his most beloved and revered text, the Bhagavad Gita.

He was a loving, kind, and devoted father, grandfather, and friend—fiercely loyal and full of humor, insight, and golden-hearted generosity. His love for life was matched only by the depth of his presence with those he loved.

He is preceded in death by his beloved son, Rio Ulvaeus and is survived by his partner in life Linda Ulvaeus, his daughter Dawn Doyle, and six adoring grandchildren: Dustin, Nevaeh, Leo, Alexander, Adriana, and Andrew.

He will be missed beyond words and remembered always in laughter, warmth, and the stories he gifted to all who knew him.