We bid farewell to Steven Michael Wright of Macomb, Illinois, born in Peoria, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 20, 2024 at the age of 34. Steven Michael touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his grandparents, Gordon, Joan Wright, Warren and Sara Hickman; his aunts, Tara Richmond and Susan Evans (Suzie); his uncle Opie Coffey; and also Jean.

He is survived by : his parents, Thomas Wright and Laurie Wright (Hickman); his siblings, Kassie Balestrieri (Nick), Kristal Miller, Whitney Dean (Matt), Makinzi Wright, Cali Miller, Connor Miller, Warren Dean, Sierra Dean and Oliver Dean; and his close friend Little Buddy (LB). He is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Visitation was held on Friday, April 26th 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Preston-Hanley Funeral Home & Crematory (500 N 4th St, Pekin, IL 61554). A memorial service was held on Saturday, April 27th 2024 at 10:30 AM at the St. Anthony Catholic Church (2525 S Skyway Rd, Peoria, IL 61607). A celebration of life was held on Saturday, April 27th 2024 at 12:00 PM at the Pekin Moose Lodge (2605 Broadway St, Pekin, IL 61554).

Memorial contributions may be given to Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes