Steven Riggio

Steven “Steve” Riggio, age 68, of Fort Myers, Fl, formerly of Barrington, IL passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2022.

The Riggio family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of Steve.

He was born on March 7, 1954 in Chicago, IL to Joe and Rosalyn Riggio. Steve graduated from Schaumburg High School in Schaumburg, IL in 1972 before attending Western Illinois University the following fall. A passionate gymnast in his formative years, he turned his love of balance, immense resilience and unrelenting courage into building Riggio/Boron Ltd., a highly successful and prominent leader in caulking and façade restoration in and around Chicago.

Over the span of his successful career, Steve’s contributions include President of Chicago’s Chapter of the Association of Subcontractors and Affiliates (ASA) as well as an Executive Member of the Chicago Committee on High Rise Buildings (CCHRB). Steve’s participation and constant commitment to such organizations was a testament to his resolve to uphold the integrity, history and growth and its historical architecture.

Steve’s positive impact and dedication to the community reached even further than the Chicago skyline. As an involved member and supporter of The National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame, Steve was dedicated to celebrating the heritage and representation of youth in sports. He also found great joy as a member of the McGraw Club at the Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation in Dundee, IL where he founded and hosted the annual Ice Fishing Derby. An avid gamesman with great interest in fishing and hunting, Steve never missed an opportunity to combine his love for the outdoors with spending time with what he often referred to as his greatest accomplishment, his children. This was never more apparent than when he, an annual competitor at The OZ Invitational Fishing tournament in Islamorada, FL, broke the glass ceiling of the historically male-dominated tournament by being the first to compete alongside his daughters, a tradition that has irrevocably changed the tournament for the better.

Steve’s primary purpose and greatest source of joy was spending quality time with his children, grandchildren, and loved ones. Whether it was snowmobiling in the UP, boating on the Fox River, or simply gathering around him while he played the guitar, his love was infectious. He was passionate about cooking and entertaining and embraced any opportunity to celebrate the milestones and accomplishments of those he held so dear. Known affectionately as “Daddio” by not only his beloved daughters but many of their close friends, Steve’s charisma and commanding personality will forever be missed. While his absence is incredibly evident, in his wake is a legacy of unrelenting fervor and spirit, to which we are eternally grateful.

Steve is survived by his mother, Rosalyn Riggio (Donatello) of Chapel Hill, NC; his children, Stephanie Riggio and Crystal (Mark) Marino; grandchildren, Breanna Ross, Bryce Marino, Nate Marino, Sebastian Marino, Stevie Marino; his great-grandkid, Genevieve; his siblings, Jeff (Yearha) Riggio of Chapel Hill NC, Rich (Maria) Riggio of Chapel Hill, NC, and his 5 nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Joe Riggio; and his daughter, Melissa Riggio-Danek.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 6, 2022 from 2-9 p.m. at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 149 W Main St. (Lake-Cook Rd) Barrington, IL. The funeral service will be held at the funeral home the following morning on Saturday May 7, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Barrington.