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for Duston Riley
February 10, 2007
The small and large things you did are what I will never forget. Your are a great person and I'm am so sad I couldn't have been there for your more, my heart is with your parents and cute little daughter, I miss you and wish you where here.
I Love You Duston.
S. Bell
Scott Christiansen
January 28, 2007
Duston you were my favorite person at Summer Camp "2006" and I will never forget how much you helped me with STUFF. R.I.P. my friend. Love Always!
Mike Broaden
January 23, 2007
Clever and kind. I will always remember Duston as a funny man with a heart of gold.
jana russell (edgar)
January 21, 2007
I just wanted to say how much I loved Duston. He is one of my oldest friends. I have so many great memories with him. Truly a great person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rick Udy
January 17, 2007
I can't tell you how much Duston's life and passing has impacted me. I am so full of conflicting feelings right now. I am happy to have known him. I am also so buried in grief that I never told him the influence he had on me. His kindness in defending the defenseless was an amazing example.
My gratitude and my sympathies go to his folks and his daughter and his extended family.
Duston, thank you! A persons life is his time, and you unselfishly shared yours with myself and so many people it's unreal. You are a part of too many people to ever know how big you are. Thanks again man. I owe you.
John and Carolyn Bernard
January 16, 2007
Dear Tonya and Steve: Our deepest condolences on the loss of your son. You are in our thoughts and prayers. If ever you return to Alaska please know you are welcome to stay and visit with us (JB). God bless.
John, Carolyn,Christine, and Michael Bernard
Blake Bailey
January 16, 2007
Duston was a true friend to me. He was always willing to help and serve others. I am blessed to have many memories of my good friend. I grieve at his loss, but laugh aloud in remembrance of his humor and dynamic personality. Thank you so much for your friendship, you are never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers to Steve, Tonya, and Alison.
Lisa Beus
January 16, 2007
Dear Tonya & Steve, We are deaply saddened by your loss of Duston. While you did not live in Alaska long we will always cherish your friendship and the memories we have of your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your heartache be soothed by knowing that he touched so many people in a loving way.
The Beus Family
Kerry, Lisa, Cody & Kelsey
Thomas Barlow
January 16, 2007
Dear Steve and Tonya,
I wish to offer my most sincere condolences. I had not seen Dustin for quite a few years, since before Grandma Arnold died, nevertheless, he stands out in my memory. May the Lord bless you and their little daughter.
Steve and Debie Weese
January 16, 2007
To Steve and Tonya,
Words leave me at a time like this but we are so sorry for your loss. We remember Dustin at the Baseball park with Uncle Dave and cousin Jake.
Q and Duston at the Academy
January 15, 2007
class get together in OKC
January 15, 2007
Duston, Mike, Jeff and wife, and me
January 15, 2007
Duston being himself
January 15, 2007
fly fishing with Duston in OKC
January 15, 2007
Josue Garcia
January 15, 2007
I met Duston in Oklahoma city going through the academy. I'll never forget the good times we had there. He was such a good person, always looking out for everyone. I miss you Duston. Rest In Peace.
Devin Moyer
January 15, 2007
As Mrs. Brittney Dawson (Moyer) has stated, you don't have to be close to somone to feel their genuine personality and how people can affect your lives in such a profound way. My prayers go out to the Riley family that HE may comfort them and help with the grieving process.
Kathy (Lavering) Bean
January 14, 2007
We are just brokenhearted for the Riley and Skinner families. I still remember holding Duston when he was a baby, and fondly recall watching him grow up. What a great kid from a great family. Steve and Tonya, we can’t imagine what you’re going through right now, but our hearts & prayers are with you.
Danny Ocana
January 12, 2007
Brother,
The memories keep flooding my mind, I miss you alot and truly loved you like a brother. I can't wait to see you on the otherside.
Tony Favaloro
January 12, 2007
To a family and a man that changed my life. Duston was a one of a kind, genuine guy and he will be greatly missed.
Kale Jones
January 12, 2007
Duston of all the members of the Farmington crew you were the most down to earth friend i had. I will miss all the good times we had. The laughs we shared. And the serious moments we shared. I'm sorry for every thing i did. I wish i could've said it to you in person. I'll see you on the other side. Say hello to my bro.
Tim and Caryn Smith
January 12, 2007
We enojyed the short time that we got to spend with you. We hope you are finally at peace.
We love and miss you,
Tim and Caryn Smith
Dave Smith
January 12, 2007
Steve and Tanya,
Please accept our condolences for your loss of Dustin. Our hearts ache for you and want you to know we love you, we are thinking of you and we are praying for you. The girls felt so bad when they heard the news about Dustin; they all started talking about all the fond memories they have of of him and you. They loved to take Pepper on walks and loved going over to your house for a treats, you were so good to them and you played such a big part in their young lives. At the time, their entire world was our home and every house surrounding us; know that we love you and appreciate the blessing you’ve been to our family. We have a video of a Sunday school party at our home where Dustin is holding one of the twins, when they were tiny. He was so tender and gentle with them, I’m sure he was the same way with Allison. May God bless you and comfort you with his peace, his loving kindness, and his tender mercies.
All our love,
Dave, Deby, Alex, Liz, Katherine, Maryann, Sarah and Christine
Deaun Marsh
January 12, 2007
Dear Steve & Tonya,
I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I can't imagine your pain but just know that good friends love you and we are thinking of you and your wonderful family.
All my love,
Deaun Marsh
Joe Rammell
January 12, 2007
Like everybody else has said. Duston's laugh and smile were contagious. I always enjoyed running into him and Andrea. Such a great guy to be around. My heart goes out to his family.
Wendi & Jeff Bergstrom
January 12, 2007
Duston was the kind of person you loved to be around because he always had something funny and witty to say. I will always remember our fun Christmas Eve in Oklahoma! We will miss you and hope you have found peace.
Allan & Sandie Johnson
January 12, 2007
Sandie and I send our heartfelt love, sympathy, and prayers to you and your family. I will always remember the loving (funny) stories Tonya shared about Dustin. It was obvious that he was loved dearly.
Bob Reese
January 12, 2007
Steve and Tonya, I wish to offer my deepest condolences. I cannot imagine the grief you are feeling. You are in my prayers and if there is anything you need, please let me know.
Sheila Krebs
January 12, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my 24 year old daughter on Mother's Day. The journey of grief is long and hard. May God be with you.
Paola Sogaro
January 12, 2007
Dear Steve and Tonya I am shocked of the terrible sad news. I remember Dustin big cheerful smile. You are in my heart.
Joel Brown
January 12, 2007
Duston was my friend. He offered me support in my time of need, despite his own personal struggles. I knew him a short time, but will remember him the rest of my life
Jim & Linda Crismer
January 11, 2007
Our prayers and sympathy to you and your family.
Sarah Piper
January 11, 2007
Duston was a great and funny guy, he had a contagious smile, my heart goes out to his family and friends.
Mike and Sherryl Vusich
January 11, 2007
With tearful eyes
And heavy hearts,
We struggle with the loss,
The passing of
The one we love,
So hard to understand.
We wonder why,
The time has come,
For God
To call him home,
We do not know,
But must believe,
Have faith in what He's planned.
We know that God
Will love him so,
And care
For all his needs,
We know one day,
You'll smile with joy,
Together once again.
A. Jackson
January 11, 2007
Dustin was an amazing person and always had a smile. He also always put a smile on everyone elses faces too...he will be missed.
Tom Weatherwax
January 11, 2007
DR had a laugh that truly was infectious and when a smile glowed upon his face, a whole room warmed. I have many seemingly small memories tucked away of him, stashed here and there. They don't recollect any particular incident or occurance. Instead they leave me with an overwhelming feeling. To be in the company of Duston was to be in the company of a friend. My condolences and sympathies to Duston's parents, you are not alone in feeling this loss and all of us who are touched by this thank you for blessing us with Duston for however briefly we had him.
Brittney Dawson (Moyer)
January 11, 2007
You didn't have to be close to Duston to be touched by his thrilling personality. He will be greatly missed by everyone who had the pleasure of meeting him.
Scott LeRoy
January 11, 2007
Duston, I will always remember how you won the football mini bowl game for us with your touchdown saving backfield tackle of the quarterback. You always laughed at my stupid corny jokes and how you was always there for my son Matt and family. You and Andera will be missed and I will pray for your daughter and parents to be able at sometime to come with peace for such a great loss to us all. I Love you Duston and will miss you. Love Coach LeRoy
Ken and Robbi Bell
January 11, 2007
We send our sympathy to the Riley family at this very difficult time. Duston was a good and generous high school friend to Scott. Our prayers go out to your family. May you find comfort in knowing that so many care. Most Sincerely, Ken and Robbi Bell
Janet Dyer
January 11, 2007
I always enjoyed working with Duston. He was sharp, funny, quick-witted and a fun person to be around. We all miss him dearly.
Bernadine Molen
January 11, 2007
Steve and Tonya, We were sorry to learn of the loss of your son, Duston. The loss of a child is a sorrow like no other. Our deepest sympathy. Gary and Bernie Molen
Sharon Burton (Christenson)
January 11, 2007
Dustin and I had some fun memories.. I will miss him dearly
January 11, 2007
The love of a community is sent to you at this time. We love you very much and know that the Lord will bless you with comfort and peace.
Brian Ocana
January 11, 2007
Don't be dismayed at goodbyes. A farewell is necessary before you can meet again. And meeting again, after moments or a lifetime, is certain for those who are friends.
Duston, You will be greatly missed by the Three Amigos.
Brian & Cary Kite
January 11, 2007
We miss you terribly! Someday you will still teach me to flyfish and I will teach you to golf.
Lois Heber
January 11, 2007
Duston was one of the greatest persons I've ever known. This world is a lessor place without him and he will be greatly missed. I don't know how I would have gotten through upgrade training with out him. I hope he found some peace and I'll always think of him when I play HALO!
Daryl and Kim Hustead
January 11, 2007
I,ve known Duston since he was a young man, Duston's sense of humor, smile, and how much he was loved by all, especially his parents, is what I will always remember about him. Our most heartfelt condolences go out to his parents and his daughter Allison. Duston will be greatly missed.
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