Riste Balevski age 68 passed away Monday, December 27, 2021 at Mount Carmel East Hospital from a longtime illness.  He was a longtime supporter of the Columbus Crew.  Loved Ohio State Buckeyes, fishing, playing and watching soccer.  He loved his Macedonian music.  He never met a stranger and was liked by all and greeted everyone with a smile.  Survived by wife of 43 years, Verka Balevska; children Kristina and Kosta Balevski; parents, Aleksandar and Vera Balevski; loved by many uncles, aunts, and cousins; cherished by many friends.  Preceded in death by Petko and Katerina Petkovski.  Friends may call Monday 5-7 PM EVANS FUNERAL HOME 4171 E. Livingston Ave.  Funeral service Tuesday 11:00 AM St. Mary Macedonian Orthodox Cathedral 400 S Waggoner Rd. Rev. Radovan Cekovski officiating. Interment Glen Rest Cemetery. www.evansfuneralhome.net