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Dustin James "Dusty" O'Leary

1989 - 2012

Dustin James "Dusty" O'Leary obituary, 1989-2012, Reedsville, WI

BORN

1989

DIED

2012

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Dustin O'Leary Obituary

Dustin J. "Dusty" O'Leary, age 22, of 3209 N. Cty. J, Reedsville, died early Sunday morning, Jan. 29, 2012 as the result of a tragic automobile accident, West of Collins in Manitowoc County.

Dustin was born Feb. 18, 1989 in Manitowoc, son of Tim and Cathy (Holst) O'Leary. He attended St. Mary's Elementary School in Reedsville, Reedsville Public Middle School, and graduated from Reedsville High School with the class of 2007. During his high school years, Dusty got involved in the Manitowoc County Youth Apprenticeship Program which enabled him to learn the job skills that made him a very talented welder. He was immediately hired by Manitowoc Cranes after graduation and continued to work there until his lay-off in the fall of 2011. He was currently employed as a welder at Miller's of St. Nazianz.

Dusty grew up in the outdoors which he loved. His joy was to ride along in the trucks & tractors of his uncles farm, until he was old enough to work on his own. As soon as he was old enough to go in the woods with Dad, he became an avid hunter which he and his dad still shared together, along with his brothers and many friends. He was a member of the Reedsville Sportsman's Club; and continued his love of the farm by working for Hamp Haven Farms as they needed him. He truly enjoyed his time in the tractors.

Dusty is survived by his parents: Tim O'Leary of Reedsville; and Cathy O'Leary & significant other, Rick Leist of Collins; best friend & side kick, his brother Donald O'Leary & special friend, Kristin of Reedsville; brother, Christopher of Collins; and his youngest - step brother and godson, Alex Leist. He is further survived by his grandmothers: Lois Holst, Manitowoc; Gertrude O'Leary, Reedsville; and his special friend, Tara Preston of Cato. Also surviving are his aunts and uncles: Mike and Debbie O'Leary, and Bill and Kathie O'Leary, all of Reedsville, Steve and Jeanne O'Leary, and Mary Sheehy, all of Grimms, Kathy and Wayne Knor, Wayside, Dan and Theresa O'Leary, Wausau, Patty and Tony Brey, Francis Creek, Brad and Marissa Holst, Two Rivers; Dusty's cousins include: Ryan O'Leary, Jenny (Seth) Schneider, Erica (Shaun) Stelzer, Jason (Becky) O'Leary, Brenda (Dan) Peterson, Gordy Sheehy & friend Becky, Tony Sheehy & friend Taryn, Kim (Jason) Kiesow; Jeremy, Paula, Nick, and Kevin Knor; Danielle Camp; Joshua, Tony, Patrick, and Jordan Brey; Mercedes Holst, and baby Holst, due in May. He is also survived by special family members, John and Geri Leist, Clarks Mills, Mike (Kim) Leist, Cato, Sue Leist, Valders, Judy (Wade) Martzahl, Hortonville, Mary (Sam) Doud, Tennesse, Joe (Cheryl) Leist, Kentucky; Dusty's special companion, his pet "LUNA"; other relatives, and many close friends.

He was preceded in death by grandfathers, Michael Holst and Donald O'Leary; his great grandparents; and an uncle, Roger "Herman" Sheehy.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 3, 2012 at Holy Family Parish, 1100 W. Ryan St., Brillion. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Timothy Brandt, with burial to follow in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Maple Grove.

Friends may call at Holy Family Parish in Brillion, from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday evening, where a prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m., led by Rita Herley. Visitation will continue Friday morning after 9 a.m. until 10:15 a.m.

Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 - 18th St., Two Rivers, (ph: 920-793-1756) is assisting the O'Leary family with funeral arrangements.

We Love You Dusty!! We were so proud of you.... you will be greatly missed.

Dusty's family would like to express a special thank you to the Manitowoc County Sheriffs Dept. & State Patrol; the Collins Fire Dept. & First Responders; Theda Star Rescue; and the Manitowoc County Coroners Office for all the compassion & care extended to our boys, Trevor & Dustin.

Published by Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter on Jan. 31, 2012.
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a former manty resident sends her condolences to the family &friends of james oleary may god bless you all with love knowing one day soon you will see him again.

February 24, 2012

We miss you so much. My heart aches..

February 23, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to the o'leary family, we are so sorry for your loss

samantha kramer

February 21, 2012

dusty will be missed greatly by many. may my sympathy be with you all during this very hard time. just always remember dusty as he wanted you to remember him. RIP Dustin O'leary you wont be forgotten.

David Skattebo

February 3, 2012

Deepest sympathy to the family. Remember, Love means you're never apart. Always here for the O'leary family.

Peter & Forest Dvorak

February 3, 2012

Rick and Cathy, O'Leary and Leist families --
I am so sorry, for the loss of your son Dustin.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Jody (Linsmeier) Erdman

February 3, 2012

Our Prayers and thougths to the O'Leary and Leist Family.
Liz and Rick Kurey Family

February 2, 2012

My prayers go out to the O'Leary family.

Campana

February 2, 2012

Dusty, I will never forget you. You have forever changed me with your continued kindness and caring heart. You helped me become a better person and you truly are a saint. I wish I could still give you a call when I need your advice. I miss you Dusty. We all have been so blessed to have you in any sort of way in our life. I know you are going to be the busiest angel up there watching over all of us. We love you Dusty and will never forget the greatest heart that has walked this earth.

Kara Pankratz

February 2, 2012

TO the parents Dusty and his wonderful brothers:
My sincerest sympathies to you all! My parents received this poem from a family friend when they lost their son and I lost my brother. I want to share it with you all in hopes that you might find some comfort in it. The author is unknown. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Don, hang in there, it won't be easy, I, like you lost my best friend, my brother just like you. It has just been ten years and I still have a hard time with it. Hugs to you! Here is the poem. God Bless You All!!!!
To all parents
I'll lend to u for a little time, a child of mine he said,for u to love while he lives and mourn for when he's dead.
It may be 6or 7 yrs, or 22 or 3, but will u til I call him back, take care of him for me?
You'll have his.Lovely memories ad solace for your grief,_
I can not promise he will stay, sinse all from earth return, but there are lessens taught down there I want this child to learn.
I looked the world over, in search of teachers true, and from the throngs that crowd lifes lanes, I have selected you.
Now will you give him all you love, nor think the labor vain, nor hate me when I come to call, to take him home again.
I fancy that I heard them say , "lord thy will be done", for all the joy the child shall bring, the risk of grief shall run.
We'll shelter him with tenderness, well love him while We may. And for the happiness we've known, forever grateful stay.
But shall the angels call for him much sooner then We planned,We'll brave the bitter grief that comes and TRY to understand..

Victoria Siebert (Ashley Wiltman's mom)

February 2, 2012

Reading these memorials to Dusty he had an impact on so many people, it should make you very proud... Speak often of him Remember he is walking with you every step of the way. RIP Dusty!

Pam & Tom

February 2, 2012

Dusty... forever you are in my heart. I forever will remember you. You were the kindest person I have ever known. You taught me how to be a better person. I wish you were still here so I could still give you a call when I need advice. I miss you Dusty but I know you are going to one of the busiest guardian angels there guiding all of us down here. We love you forever Dusty.

Kara Pankratz

February 2, 2012

Tim, Cathy, and Family,
I wish I could find words to comfort you in this time of sorrow. Please know, everyone, has our greatest sympathy.

Aaron & Tanya McKenna

February 2, 2012

Our prays go out to the O'leary. Family

Dennis and Kathy Ruttner

February 1, 2012

Are prayers are with the O'leary Family

Dennis and Kathy Ruttner

February 1, 2012

To Tim and the entire O'Leary family. We will keep you in our prayers.

Joe & Isabelle Shavlik

February 1, 2012

Our sincere condolences go out to Dusty's entire family.
Mike, Kristy, Kyle, & Kelley Schmidt

February 1, 2012

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the O'Leary family in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Reggie and Denise Brandes

February 1, 2012

I love you buddy!!!! you were a saint. all you needed were the wings and now you have them. Please watch over all of us and keep us safe. You have the biggest heart i know and I will miss you greatly. Hope your brothers turn out to be just like you. I'll take care of you brother for you.

Love You Dusty!

Kristen Rambo

February 1, 2012

U will b missed by all!! You were a great friend and a great person!!! Hunting and spearing will never be the same!!!! Lots of good memories!!! Take care bud!!!!!

Jeremy & Katie

February 1, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to Tim and the O'Leary family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.

Chris & Lori Rabideau

February 1, 2012

you will always be family to me..Dusty the my last memory of you hear on this earth was the big ol goofy smile you always wore as you goodbye to me and your fam...i still can't believe your gone...your are guardian angel forever and ever now i bet you have the biggest and bestes angel wings of them all tony and i love you Dusty..we will always miss you...Rest in peace and will one day see you again in paradise with your camo hat on and a fishing pole in your hand ready to say hello ..miss you bud

marissa pieschel

February 1, 2012

Our very deep sympathy to the O'Leary family. Dusty was such a wonderful friend to Trevor and has left a special impression on all those that knew him.
Sincerely Don & Marianne Gibbons, (Trevor's grandparents)

January 31, 2012

Dusty Was A Great Friend, and A Great Classmate! He Was always smiling in the halls at school and When out and about!. He will be truly missed by everyone. He has touched a lot of our Hearts. We Will Miss U Bud. May U Rest In Peace.

Jerica Ledvina

January 31, 2012

My deepest condolences to family and friends.
You are in my prayers.

Steve Lang

January 31, 2012

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Kim Haas-Mangin

January 31, 2012

Dusty u will be greatly nissed thoughts and prayers for the family and friends

adam baroun

January 31, 2012

Dusty, you are truly missed and loved by so many. You were a wonderful person to be around and I'm so blessed I got to know you. R.I.P

Jessica Fenlon

January 31, 2012

Dusty, you are truly missed and loved by so many. You were a wonderful person to be around and I'm so blessed I got to know you!. R.I.P

Jessica Fenlon

January 31, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the O'leary family, we may not have known Dusty personally but I know he knew our boys,through Jen and Seth. Take Care and may you always have a guardian angel looking down upon you.

Wayne,Sharon,Nathan,Ryan,& Kevin Wenzel

January 31, 2012

Dusty, you were one of the greatest, most heartfelt guys i have ever know. Wish i could have gotten to know you better. You are greatly missed already and will never be forgotten. Love you cuz!

Elizabeth Winkel (Sheehy)

January 31, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Mindy Voeltz

January 31, 2012

How sad I am to learn of Dusty's death, Gertie, and all others who are grieving. . .family and friends. . .even though we have not seen one another for years, I share your sorrow, and fondly remember you and my cousin, Donald, Dusty's grandfather. . .May your faith sustain you during these trying days. . .ALL WILL BE WELL. . .

Allan Jirikovec

January 31, 2012

Dusty was the greatest cousin i have ever had. we were pretty much inseperable. You were loved by everyone. we are all going to miss you. LOVE YOU CUZ.

DANIELLE CAMP

January 31, 2012

Our condolences to the O'Leary family and especially to Grandmother Gertrude. You are in my prayers. Don O'Hearn Dana Point, Ca

January 31, 2012

Dusty you will be missed very much. I know i didn't know him very well, but I did see him in the halls of school, and that smile is one that no one will forget. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family in this time of loss.

Elizabeth Krause

January 31, 2012

I do not know him or the family. Sounded like a very nice young man. You have my deepest sympathy for your loss. No parents should have to lose a child. You all are in my prayers.

Richard Altergott

January 31, 2012

My deepest sympathy to your family. I met Dusty a few times he was a great friend to my grandchildren, Todd, Tabby and Thomas and always so nice to me. May God bless you in this trying time.

Valerie Schisel

January 31, 2012

Our hearts and prayers go out to Dusty's family...he was a very very special young man and will be truly missed by all who were blessed to know him.... Bruce and Penny Wiegand (Valders, WI)

January 31, 2012

Dusty, you were truly a special person and were very loved.. You will be deeply missed. Until I see you gain.. Love, Jill (BOnk) Aerts

Jill Aerts

January 31, 2012

My deepest sympathy goes to the entire O'Leary family. My thoughts and prayers will be with you during this extremely difficult time.

Theresa Schuh

January 31, 2012

Dusty was loved and cherished by many. He will live on in our hearts and memories. Never forgotten. He always smiled and enjoyed life.

Gregg Jordan

January 31, 2012

His huge smile will still be seen & even tho his words of advise may not be voiced, they will heard. Such a great young man who touched so may lives & made us smile time after time. He is missed already.

Susie & Trevor Leist

January 31, 2012

Our sympathies to Dusty's family and friends. May God comfort you in this difficult time.
Carl & Alice Schneider (Seth's Dad & Mom)
Plymouth WI

January 31, 2012

Words cannot even begin to express how sad I am for your loss. I am thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. May all your memories bring you peace and in knowing he is your guardian angel who will forever be with you. *Kirsten Deering

January 31, 2012

Our deepest condolences for the loss of your Dusty. I only met him once but knew that he was a dear friend of Trevor's (my nephew). May God bless you. Richard and Amy Underwood

Amy Underwood

January 31, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you family and friends. Jack'Dawn and famly

January 31, 2012

My thoughts and prayers to the O'Leary family at this difficult time.

Shelly Lampereur

January 31, 2012

Very sorry to hear of dusty's passing. He will be watching over all of you and know that he is at peace in heaven.

Carrie Bratz

January 31, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends, he will be watching you from up above and keeping you safe, Gods Blessings.

Gary and Dori Reidy and family

January 31, 2012

My heart goes out to the O'Leary family, I will keep you in my prayers.

Michelle Ruether

January 31, 2012

Cathy~words can not express the sadness I feel for you and your family. Dustin now has eternal peace, comfort and joy in the arms of our Savior. Prayers for comfort for you and your family.

Kay

Kay Larson

January 31, 2012

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

Darryl&Barb Vogel

January 31, 2012

My thoughts and prayers to family and friends.

January 31, 2012

God bless each any every one of you as you go through this difficult time! Dusty will always be remembered in our thoughts!!!!!

Mary Stadler

January 31, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Victoria Fenlon

January 31, 2012

Thoughts and Prayers to the family and friends.

Cookie Hickman

January 31, 2012

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