William W. Riston, Jr.

February 16, 1955 - January 6, 2021

William W. Riston, Jr., age 65, of Tamms, Illinois, formerly of Cairo, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at 5:06 a.m. Bill was born on February 16, 1955 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, a son of William Warren and Lodean (Vines) Riston, Sr. He married Susan Flanary on December 2, 1978 and she survives of Tamms. Bill worked as a truck load operator for Bunge Corporation in Cairo for over forty-five years. He enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife of forty-two years, Susan Riston of Tamms; his children, William Keith Riston, Renee (Richard) Deal and John Paul (Courtney) Riston, all of Tamms; five grandchildren, Joshua Hague, Chelsea Riston, Dylan Riston, William John Riston and Cody Riston; four brothers and sisters, Tom (Bonnie) Riston, Pat Ford, Marie Butler and Paul Riston, all of Tamms; and numerous nieces, nephews, other extended family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, John Riston. Per Bill’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded and no services are being held. Crain Funeral Home in Tamms is assisting the family with the arrangements.