Dustin Lee Johnson

Dustin Lee Johnson

Dustin Johnson Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Aug. 12, 2008.
JOHNSON, Dustin Lee, 18, of Quinton, passed away on August 10, 2008. He was born in Richmond on October 17, 1989. Dustin has been a lifelong resident of Quinton and had attended New Kent High School. He worked with his father at M.L. Johnson & Sons as a carpenter. Dustin loved adventure and enjoyed motorcycles, wakeboarding, jet skiing and being with his friends. He will be dearly missed by all. Survivors include his parents, Michael and Dana of Quinton; sister, Heather Craft and husband, Rick, of Quinton; brother, Cody Wayne of Quinton; grandparents, C.L. and Rita Johnson of Sandston; grandmother, Gina Trimmer and husband, Ted, of Sandston; grandfather, Wayne Michael Valentino of Saluda; niece, Hailey; and nephew, Brad Craft, both of Quinton; numerous family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his uncle, Wayne Johnson. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, August 13, at the Nelsen Funeral Home, Laburnum Chapel. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. the following day at the funeral home. Burial will immediately follow at Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105.


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August 22, 2008

FAYE SIIMPSON posted to the memorial.

August 18, 2008

jazzmin foster posted to the memorial.

August 14, 2008

julie johnson posted to the memorial.

FAYE SIIMPSON

August 22, 2008

DANA & MIKE I'M SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THIS , MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL, TAKE CARE OF YOUR FAMILY& YOURSELF, IF YOU WHAT TO TALK TO ME CALL ME 814-6867.
FAYE, ANGIE , SHELLY SIMPSON

jazzmin foster

August 18, 2008

i am so sorry to hear about your loss. my family and i send our condolences. dustin was an unbelivably amazing guy, and made an impression on many lives. he was constantly making me smile, everytime i saw him. he will forever be missed.
-michael, lori and jazzmin foster.

julie johnson

August 14, 2008

A Message Home

I was welcomed home today
my uncle Wayne took my hand ,
I asked how do you know me and a smile came to his face .
his smile was warm like sunshine and this is what he said , I got a message from your dad ,it was sent to me with love , please let dustin know we miss him and wish we could hold him tight but he's with you now brother so we know he will be alright !
I tried to send a message as it shot across the darkened sky and I will send another for the end is not my Goodbye

GG Fowler

August 14, 2008

To Dana Mike & Family & Gina & Ted Trimmer....I am so sorry for your loss and just to know that God has again one of his Precious children Home w/ him is so much comfort. God Bless you all and Gina, do not hesitate to call on me as all of you go thru this sorrow and emptiness that in time will get a little easier. In Love and Prayers. Dustin may not be here w/ us but he is in spirit and in always a Mothers & Fathers Love.

Jessica Richardson-Minton

August 13, 2008

Heather and Family.......

I am so sorry for your loss.... I just want you to know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers........

Beverly & Bob McKay

August 13, 2008

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

Charlene.Bubba & Bernard Silva

August 13, 2008

Mike,Dana and Codey. I am so sorry for your lose. Wene my son Bernard came home and told me I was in shock. I couldnt beleive it. I keep saying are you sure.I can't nor do I want two amagine the pain and sorrow you and your family is going though. To the entier family we are deeply saddened. Our hearts and preyers go out to you. If you need anything i as many others will be their. God be with yall. Dustins watching over all of you.

Keithan, Ashley & Logan Morris

August 13, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with Dustin's family and friends during this time of deepest sorrow.

"Unable are the loved to die. For love is immortality."

Lauryn Spencer

August 13, 2008

I had the pleasure to know Dustin. I had the pleasure to see him smile, and hear him laugh. Oh dear sweet Dustin, you woul have never guess the number of people wholoved you unconditionally.
i have with me in my head a list of memories of you. a memory such as waking up late in the summer and having our marshmallow fights. :] The way you looked at Casey was something I have never seen before. You weren't just lucky to love her, she was lucky that you did. we used to tease on how you would be my Uncle Dustin. But really, you already were.

i love you bubba<3

Peggy

August 13, 2008

Mike, Dana and Family
We send you our deepest sympathy. May God give you comfort and peace doing this difficult. Our prayers are with you.

The Putze Family
Peggy, Raymond and Edward

Wendy Flannagan Flournoy

August 13, 2008

I did not have the pleasure of meeting Dustin personally, but he was friends with my son and always highly spoken of. My heart felt condolences to you and your family in this great time of sorrow.

Aunt Frances Keen

August 13, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Celine and Blair Howard

August 13, 2008

Mike, Dana and Family,

My heart ached when I heard the news of Dustin' s passing - there is no way that we can't understand what you are feeling at this time nor are there words we can say to make the pain go away.

I can offer this - whenever I saw Dustin, he was a kind, smiling and happy person - I could see that he truly loved and admired his parents and the company of his family. Though he may have been taken from you too soon - I am sure that his time spent on this earth was filled with joy and purpose. May the memories of that gentle young man help you forward in your time of loss.

You are in our thoughts,

Dawn Parmenter Ferguson

August 13, 2008

My deepest sympathy to the entire family during this tragic loss of Dustin. Those who live in our hearts, never die. Give thanks for the time you were given with him and keep his memories treasured forever.

Garth Howard

August 13, 2008

Mike, Dana & Family,
Catherine and I were very saddened to learn the news of Dustin's passing. May the memories of your son and the lives he touched give you the strength to battle on. We only have the memories...keep them close to you always. God Speed Dustin, Rest In Peace...

Catherine and Garth

Wayne, Tina Phaup

August 13, 2008

Mike,Dana,and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories and love bring you comfort at this difficult time in your life. Our loved ones never really leave us, they live forever in our hearts and minds. God Bless you all and our thoughts are with you.... Please let us know if there is anything at all we can help you with...

Wayne,Tina Phaup

Jim Bowen

August 12, 2008

I only met Dustin a couple of times and thought he was a good young man. May god help you get through this great tragedy.

Heather Hammill Hammill

August 12, 2008

Mike, Dana, Cody, Heather, & family~
Our hearts go out to you in this time of sorrow. As you make your way through this difficult time know that we are thinking of you and honoring Dustin's memory. Many prayers to you and your family.
Heather, Beth, Cliff and Jimmy Hammill

MeChelle and Brian Johnson

August 12, 2008

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

August 12, 2008

Mike, Dana and Cody,
All we have to do is look out our door and see the love for you three and Dustin. Your yard continues to be full of people who want so much to comfort you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, too. Stay strong for each other.
Dudley and Beverley

Doris Shifflett

August 12, 2008

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

BETTYR DELUKE

August 12, 2008

Gina, Rita and Families,
So sorry to hear of your loss. know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love and Prayers,
Betty Rickman DeLuke

Megan Edwards

August 12, 2008

To The Johnsons.
-I went to school with Dustin and I am truly saddened by your loss. I will be praying for you and your family. He is in Gods hands; there is no better place to be.

Jeff, Jennifer and Victoria Nelson

August 12, 2008

Mr. & Mrs. Johnson and family, We were first introduced to Dustin thru or daughter Victoria and Casey Strickland. We always found him such a joy to speak with as he was perhaps the most polite young man we have ever met. We are still in shock at what we learned Sunday morning. It breaks our heart to know that this has happened to such a wonderful young man. We are so deeply sorry for your loss. We will Greatly miss Dustin and his smile. God Bless you all in your time of need.

Lakie felty

August 12, 2008

I only meet Dustin a couple of times and i am truly sorry for your loss and i can not imagine your loss and we all no he is in a better place now and I just send out my respect for Dustin and his family we all love and miss u Dustin
Lakie Felty

Wayne Osborne

August 12, 2008

Dana, I was so sorry to hear about Dustin. I can't imagine your pain but I do know that God will get you through it if you trust Him. My prayer for you and your family is that the Presence of God, be with you all during this tragic time. Prov. 3:4-6
In deepest sympathy,
your old classmate and friend,
Wayne Osborne

Floyd & Dale Strickland

August 12, 2008

Dustin was a wonderful young man and was like a son to us. He has been part of our lives for almost two years and his relationship with our daughter, Casey, brought us alot of joy. He was very, very kind- hearted, generous, and loving.
He loved to have fun and liked to laugh and have a good time.
Our condolences to his parents and family - may God bless you and help ease the pain and sorrow you are feeling. The hurt in everyone's heart is tremendous right now and may it be erased with time and good memories. He was our favorite and we will always miss him. Last week we were together again every day which is very special to us.
We loved him very much.

Floyd(Jay) & Dale Strickland

The Tolley's

August 12, 2008

Mike & Dana,
Words can not express how sorry we are for your loss. Please know that Bill and I are always here for you.

Catherine Maxey Rawley

August 12, 2008

I wish to express my sympathy to all of the Johnson family at this time. My children grew up with Michael, Timmy and Steven and my son and Timmy were always together during their childhood years. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Blake Cannada

August 12, 2008

May God bless you in this time of sorrow and may he comfort your pains Johnson family. (R.I.P Dustin)

David Rains

August 12, 2008

My Heart goes out to Dustins family. Dustin was always kind to me everytime i saw him. No mound of dirt will ever fill the hole he left in our hearts. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

Mitzi Wyatt-Jenkins

August 12, 2008

Dana & family,
You are in our deepest thoughts and prayers.
Joe, Mitzi & Joe Jenkins (your neighbors)

Heather Burkett

August 12, 2008

Michael and Dana,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss If there is anything I can do to help please let me know. Aunt Dana Please know that my mom is up there too and she will take care of Dustin they will both be watching over all of us. with all my Love

August 12, 2008

We were sorry to hear of such a loss of life at such a young age. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Vicki (DeShazo), Rusty, Sarah and Justin Bostic

Gina Peterson

August 12, 2008

Mike & Dana,
We're so sorry for your loss. We're just a few minutes away on St. Peters Lane if you need anything!! We love you & will be thinking about you always.
Gina, Teddy, Emi & Benton

Cynthia Lewis

August 12, 2008

To Dustin's Family -
We are so sorry about what has happened. Our hearts go out to you. Our son, Brandon, and Dustin played baseball together when they were little. He always had such a bright smile. As the days and weeks pass, may the comfort, love, and support of family and friends see you through the difficult times.
The Lewis Family
Craig, Cynthia, Britney and Brandon

Heather Maxey-Redford

August 12, 2008

I grew up with a bunch of the Johnsons and i never got to meet Dustin but im sure he was just as sweet and nice as the rest of them.
I pray that everyone will find peace of this one day.God always takes the best first!

Ruby Hammill

August 12, 2008

Mike, Dana & family,
We are so sorry for the loss of Dustin. We can't image the pain and sorrow you are feeling. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Al, Scatcey & Al Jr. Hammill

Earl & Marie Witt

August 12, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Tammy Slughter Rose

August 12, 2008

Buddy & Rita,
We are so sorry to hear of your families loss our families thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. God bless.

The Slaughter Family

Judy Hamilton

August 12, 2008

Dana I don't know if you even remember me but we were friends for a long time when you lived at the end of A.P Hill and I use to come over your house almost ever day, I am so sadden to hear of your lost and I know that there is nothing I can do or say to make you feel better, I just lost my dad this past May so I know your heart ways heavy right now, sometimes we just don't understand why God choose's the young but I know he has his reasons and he will take Good care Dustin, trust in him and don't lose your faith without it you have nothing, Dustin is there with his uncle Wayne and I am sure catching up,
please if there is anything my family can do don't think twice about getting in touch, I am here if you need me
GOD SPEED DUSTIN
MAY YOU REST IN PEACE

Judy Gray Hamilton

Kristin Hundley and Family

August 12, 2008

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

Vanessa Breedlove

August 12, 2008

I am so sorry about your loss. I did not know Justin but my daughter did and she is devasted by his loss. Trust that God with be with you in this most difficult of times. Lean on Him for comfort and know that your lives have been truly blessed by Justin being your son.

The Felty's

August 12, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. May your whole family know that our thoughts and prayers are will them today and the days to come. You will be missed by many. You were an alsome young man.

Amanda Felty

August 12, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. May your whole family know that our thoughts and prayers are will them today and the days to come. You will be missed by many. You were an alsome young man. The Felty's

JULIE JOHNSON

August 12, 2008

dana and mike ,
words can not express our saddness .If slick and I could make the hurt go away and bring Dustin back we would but all we can do is be there for you, to hold on as you suffer the worst pain parents will ever know,dustin is always with you ,carried inside your heart and the memories will become sweeter with each passing day, God Bless You
SLICK AND JULIE

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