Krist Roker was born on August 16, 1986, to Daniel Roker and the late Marie Josephine Matthews Roker in New York, NY. He was educated in the New York Public schools. Krist was an avid video gamer and was a car enthusiast.

He was preceded in death by his mother Marie Josephine Matthews Roker.

Left to cherish his fond and loving memories are son, Laikailah Roker of Spartanburg, SC; daughter Legenie Roker of Spartanburg, SC; brothers, Carl Roker of Conover, NC, Alin Roker of Spartanburg, SC and Dominque Roker of New York, NY; sister, Dania Roker of Smyrna, GA and Rachel Roker of New York, NY; aunt, Margaret Roker of New York, NY; uncle, Bob Eugene of New York, NY; adopted family special friend, Roynette Armstrong and host of other relatives and friends.

On the evening of July 2, 2024, Krist's brief but impactful life came to a close. He will forever be cherished by his family and friends