Steven Robert Wainright age 57 of Grand Rapids, died Sunday, October 9, 2022 at his home. Steven was born October 4, 1965 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Robert and Janet (Misner) Wainright. He served his country in the Army National Guard during the Persian Gulf War and was employed at Weller Truck Parts for over 25 years. He was an outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting. He was a loving husband, father and papa. Surviving are his wife of 28 years, Julie; children, Christopher (Katie) Garthe, Brent (Melissa) Wainright, Brittain Wainright; 12 grandchildren; brother, Philip (Gloria) Wainright; sisters, Ilene (Kevin) Shell, Beverly Richards; brother-in-law, Jerry Warner; in-laws, Jerry (Karen) Garthe, Connie Garthe, Mike Garthe, Jerry (Sue) Garthe, Stephanie (Bill) Koehl. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Ruth Warner. The family will greet friends Saturday, October 15 from 10:00 am until time of service at 11:00 am at the Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs. Pastors Philip Wainright and Gary Giddings officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Lacks Cancer Center, 250 Cherry St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.