William “Billy” Viviano

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William “Billy” Viviano, 57, of Prairie Du Rocher, IL, born September 11, 1966, in Belleville, IL, died Monday, February 26, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his loved ones.

Billy enjoyed riding street bikes with friends, dirt bike racing, and watching motorcross and supercross. He loved camping, having a fire going in the fireplace, and spoiling his four-legged kids (dogs) Cosmo and Bandit. Billy was a lifetime member of the Belleville Enduro Team (B.E.T.) and the American Motorcyclist Association (A.M.A).

He was preceded in death by his parents, William V. and June L., nee Liske, Viviano; a brother, Garry Viviano; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Patricia and Vernon Kueker.

He is survived by his loving wife, Diane, nee Kueker, Viviano; a son, Briley Viviano of Mount Olive, IL; two step-children, Sara (Michael) Straub of High Ridge, MO; and Jason (Kayla) Buch of Ellis Grove, IL; three step-grandchildren, Anna Straub, Blair Buch and Paige Buch; a brother, Glenn (Robin) Viviano of Cary, NC; four sisters, Deborah (Jeffrey) Bowman of Fairview Heights, IL, Patricia (Scott) Duncan of Lohman, MO, Susan (Bradley) Kifer of Lake Ozark, MO, and Donna (Daniel) Stroot of St. Peters, MO; six sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Carol (Mike) Wiscombe of Percy, IL, Kevin (Carolyn) Kueker of Red Bud, IL, Mike (Jana) Kueker of Red Bud, IL, Susie (Barry) Mehring of Red Bud, IL, Randy (Stella) Kueker of Waterloo, IL, and Julie (Jay) Imming of Ruma, IL; ten nieces and nephews, Richard (Tammy) Viviano, Heather Erwin (Trenton), Madison Viviano (Wes), Joshua (Shannon) Viviano, Michael Weissert (Erin), Christopher Weissert, Ashley (Nathan) Valdez, Jeremy (Samantha) Stroot, Chelsey Stroot (Jake), and Cameron (Brienna) Kifer; many great-nieces, great-nephews, step nieces, and step nephews; long time racing friend, Paul Young of Belleville, IL; and many other dear cousins and friends.

Memorials may be made to the college fund for Briley Viviano. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.

Visitation:  Friends may visit from 11 to 1 p.m. Friday, March 1, 2024, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL.

Funeral:  Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, March 1, 2024, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL.

Burial will be at Green Mount Catholic Cemetery, Belleville, IL. A celebration of life will follow.

 

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19 Comments on William “Billy” Viviano

Debbie cornejo said : Guest Report Mar 02, 2024 at 9:26 AM

So sorry about losing Billy. I did not know about it until last night. I wanted to send my condolences to his family and friends. I am a boeing co worker of his and he was a great great guy.

  • Ferguson
  • Mo
Dan Fahey said : Guest Report Mar 01, 2024 at 6:09 PM

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • Evansville
  • IL
Michelle Ozee-Young said : Guest Report Mar 01, 2024 at 7:07 AM

Bill I will miss you you have been Pauls best friend and a uncle and mentor to my boys Trent Young and Trevor Young and a very great friend of mine. Diane im so sorry for your loss and praying for you and the family.

  • Highland
  • IL
Frannie Durbin said : Guest Report Feb 29, 2024 at 9:36 AM

I'm so sorry Diane! You are all in my thoughts and prayers.... If you need anything, I'm here for you! Love you!

  • PRAIRIE DU ROCHER
  • Illinois
Debra Bahr said : Guest Report Feb 28, 2024 at 10:32 AM

So sorry for your loss

  • Swansea
  • Illinois
Joice Schmitt & Andrew Hoff said : Guest Report Feb 28, 2024 at 10:24 AM

Dear Debbie, and family, Words cannot express how sorrowful Andy and I are for your loss. May his :-) and his wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. Our deepest condolences.

  • Belleville
  • Illinois
Deanna Atkins said : Guest Report Feb 28, 2024 at 10:14 AM

Diane I'm so sorry to hear this, you and your family are in my prayers

  • Prairie du rocher
  • Illinois
Dale and Natalie LaRose said : Guest Report Feb 28, 2024 at 9:58 AM

Diane, We are so very sorry for your loss, you have our deepest condolences, prayers to you and your family. God bless you and watch over you through this difficult time.

  • Walsh
  • Illinios
Wayne Brainard said : Guest Report Feb 28, 2024 at 8:18 AM

Diane and Family I new Billy for almost a year but it felt like forever . We talked about motorcycles often He was a great guy . Sending healing prayers to all of us who knew Billy . Rest easy my friend .

  • Creve Coeur
  • Il
Norma And Bobby Deadmond said : Guest Report Feb 28, 2024 at 4:40 AM

Diane , we are so sorry to hear tonight about Billy passing . Our heart aches. He was such a good friend. We had so much fun back when his mom had a house on the lake in the Ozarks and we rode our boat in the water to hr house and we all had dinner there.. So glad billy and you came to VFW about 3 weeks ago and seen us. We will pray that God gives you and your family peace and comfort during this very sad time,

  • Ofallon
  • IL
Michael Uhl said : Guest Report Feb 27, 2024 at 8:23 PM

So sorry for your family's loss Diane.

  • Prairie Du Rocher
  • Illinois
Nancy Blackard said : Guest Report Feb 27, 2024 at 8:00 PM

So very sorry to hear of Billy's passing. May he Rest in Peace Eternally! Prayers to your entire family. HUGS

  • Belleville
  • Il
Debbie L Walden said : Guest Report Feb 27, 2024 at 7:46 PM

Deepest sympathy to you and your family. May the wonderful "Biily" memories serve as a source of comfort in the coming days. Fly high Billy...you will always have a special place in my heart

  • Belleville
  • IL
Mary winter Blaies said : Guest Report Feb 27, 2024 at 7:42 PM

Debbie and family, accept my family’s sympathy.. Sorry to hear this news .

  • belleville
  • il
Peggy Smith (Young) said : Guest Report Feb 27, 2024 at 6:52 PM

Rest in Peace Billy and my heartfelt condolences to the Viviano family.

  • Wimberley
  • TX
Sheryl and Louis Rehmer said : Guest Report Feb 27, 2024 at 6:20 PM

We are so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

  • Red Bud
  • IL
Lori Hentis said : Guest Report Feb 27, 2024 at 5:45 PM

Diane and family, We are so very sorry for the loss of your husband. Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Hold tight to your sweet memories! Lori & John Hentis

  • Red Bud
  • Illinois
Jane Bowlby said : Guest Report Feb 27, 2024 at 5:27 PM

I am so sorry to hear this. Prayers to the family

  • Sparta
  • Illinois
Karla Schlesinger said : Guest Report Feb 27, 2024 at 4:59 PM

So sorry Diane! It’s so hard! I’m Here if you need anything. He was always so good and nice to me and Ryan! Wish I could take your pain away!

  • Pr du Rocher
  • Illinois d

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