Zachary Allen Risley Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Zachary Allen Risley (Atwood, Illinois), born in Decatur, Illinois, who passed away on April 5, 2026, at the age of 38, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Zachary departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Zachary. Though Zachary may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his father Jerry Risley; and his grandparents, Frank, Anita Andres, Bill and Flossie Risley.
He is survived by: his daughter Teddie Alleyne Risley; the parent of his child Stevi Brinkley; his mother Pamela Harper; and his father-in-law Greg Clark.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to his daughter: Teddie Alleyne Risley c/o Hilligoss Shrader Funeral Home, PO Box 574, Atwood, IL 61913 To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Zachary Allen Risley, please visit our flower store.
