Steven J. Gist, 68, of Kokomo, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2019 at his residence. He was born on April 11, 1951 to the late J.C. Gist and Virginia L. (Foster) Gist in Tipton County. He was married to Vicki Gist, and she preceded him in death in 2015.
Steven was the owner and operator of Hilltop Lounge for over 30 years and he retired in 2007. He also graduated from IUPUI, Indianapolis, with a bachelor's degree in business. Steve loved fishing and was an avid Cubs and NASCAR fan. Most of all, he loved his family.
Steven is survived by his son, Stephen (Victoria) Gist; four daughters, Tiffany (Dave) Rosselot, Tabitha (Kent) Glassburn, Angie (Ed) Young, and Kim (Rob) Rouse; 10 grandchildren, Dalton (Ellie), Kaden, Sarah, Jacob, Sammie, "Little Tiff", Gregory, Andrew, Tyler, and Kinsey; four great-grandchildren; and sister, Karen Murf.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Vicki; his parents; brother, Tommy Gist; and sister, Teresa Smith.
The family will hold private services at a later date.
