Steven Rist Obituary

The world bids farewell to Steven Rist (Wood River, Illinois), departing on November 5, 2025 at the age of 58. Steven leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Steven Rist to show support.

Though Steven may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Steven touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Donald E. Rist and Sandra Kae Rist (Barbre); and his sister Darcie Atkins. He is survived by: his brother-in-law Tim Atkins of Bloomington; and his niece Mickaela Atkins of Bloomington.