Dusty Atkinson Obituary

Danielle, Nick and Amanda:



It's been years but we remember all the fun we had coaching and laughing and eating pizza with your Dad and you kids...Dusty was one of the funniest generous men we have ever known and we will miss him...Keep your memories of him close....you three kids were the most important things in his life....our prayers are with you...The Evans, Jim, Mary, Amy, Stacy and Jacob

I fondly remember the times when you hung out with my kids (the Swenson boys) while you were all enjoying - and struggling with - your teen years. One memory that stands out is when you flipped your car and it rested upside down on the sidewalk in front of my office at 5th and Holly. When I went out you were standing there laughing, and we both laughed at such a funny sight - was it a VW Bug? I never saw you without a twinkle in your eye, a smile on your face, and your crazy hair! Wherever you are, keep them laughing! My thoughts to Danielle and kids.

To Dusty and all of his loved ones.

I'm sorry that I did not get to say goodbye to you, my old friend. I have a lot of great memories of the time we spent together as kids, and as friends. I'm sorry the last dozen or so years we did not get to see each other. There doesn't seem to be enough time. You and your family will always be in my thoughts and in my prayers. And every time I talk with my son, Dusty, I will fondly think of you, my friend. He has grown to be a fine young man, just like his namesake. And I know that we will meet again. So I will say goodbye for now.

Your friend, always,

(((((Dani, Nick , & Amanda)))))

What fun times we had as our families grew up together: soccer, y-ball, football, parties at your house, building the playground at Roosevelt...

Love,

Don, Shari,

Jeffrey, Jason & Jordan Lloyd

DANIELLE,

MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO PLEASE LET ME KNOW. I KNOW THERE ARE NO WORDS THAT CAN HELP THE SORROW BUT YOUR DAD WAS A GOOD MAN. HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALOT OF PEOPLE.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Dusty always made you laugh and picked you up when feeling down. He will be greatly missed.

Dear Danielle,(and Nick and Amanda)



Although I didn't know your father, I know how much he meant to you. You are such a beautiful caring woman - I'm sending prayers around your aching heart and hope that you will find comfort. If you need anything, please don't hesitate to call. With much fondness - Heather

I'll never forget his story of wanting to wear Levis, which his mom thought weren't good enough for school. She got him Sears' Toughskins. So everyday before school he went behind the bushes and changed before school. His mom told everyone that Toughskins never wear out!! Miss you, man.

To my cousins~ I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a loved one is never easy especially when it is a parent that we hold near and dear to our hearts. My memories of your dad involve lots of laughter and love. Hold that in your heart he is now in heaven with my dad. I love you!

Danielle, Nick & Amanda:

Cling tight to the many memories you have of your Dad. I only met him on a couple of occasions but the love he had for the three of you was evident. I pray that somehow you find peace during this very sad time in your life.

Dusty was the most genuine and real person I've ever met. He loved life and loved making people laugh. His life was one that should make his children proud. He will be missed greatly.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Our family has many, many fond and funny memories of Dusty; ones that we will cherish. We love his stories; and his love of music, books, movies, and the GreenBay Packers have been passed on to our own family. He will forever be cracking us up and we will miss his smile.

What a talented guy! Dusty was one of a kind. He is sure to be missed by all who knew him.

To Dustys'loved ones:

Dusty viewed life as an adventure,a journey,to the deepest valleys and the highest heights.He believed that each day was worth living to the fullest.I know that he is greatly missed by everyone.

Please allow me to join you in celebrating his life,and blessing Dusty as he moves from this life into his next adventure.

And,Dusty,thank you for sharing your light and life with us.

God Bless you on your way.

Your cousin,