Steven J. Risch, 75, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away peacefully, Thursday evening, March 7, 2024 at Serenity House in Oregon. Steve was born April 16, 1948 in Elmhurst, IL, the son of Charles and Shirley Risch. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1967-1971. Steve married Myra Suprenant on September 25, 1982 in Rockford. He was employed as a millwright at Chrysler. Steve enjoyed fishing with his wife, watching football with a cold Pabst Blue Ribbon. He loved playing scratch off lottery tickets. Steve and his family loved boating on the river. He was a true animal lover who spoiled them very much. Steve also enjoyed a good seafood dinner when he was out east visiting Bethany. He was a loving and caring man who will be greatly missed.
Steve is survived by his wife, Myra; children, Dale Suprenant and Amber (Suprenant) Hulsey; grandson, Lucas Suprenant; several nephews and a great-niece. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Bethany Risch and brother Michael (Kathy) Risch.
A visitation will be held from 1:00-2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 14, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Rd, Machesney Park, IL 61115 with a funeral service to begin at 2:00 p.m. Entombment in Sunset Memorial Gardens.