Dustin S. Holzhauer Obituary (1985 - 2019)

Dustin S. Holzhauer, aka Dusty Britches, 34, of Normal, passed away Monday, November 25, 2019, at 10:36 a.m. at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center in Bloomington. His service will be Saturday, November 30, 2019, at 12:00 p.m. at Duffy-Baier-Snedecor Funeral Home in Pontiac with Pastor Joel Paine officiating. Visitation will be Saturday, November 30, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Duffy-Baier-Snedecor Funeral Home, Pontiac, is in charge of arrangements. Dustin was born June 8, 1985, in Dexter, MO. He is survived by his mom, Jackie (Barlow) Shepherd and step-dad, Melvin Shepherd, both of Pontiac. He married Lindsey Deal on August 8, 2016, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She survives in Normal. Dustin was a devoted husband to his wife, Lindsey Holzhauer, and a loving father to his sons, Grayson, Cruz, Kadyn, and Kaleb. Dustin was a free spirit and full of spontaneity. He spent much of his free time engaged in outdoor activities. Dustin stayed busy playing sports with his boys, four wheeling, skydiving, and camping with his boys, nephew, and niece. He was so full of love and was always there to lend a helping hand. Dustin did not know a stranger. He enjoyed making others feel uncomfortable and always had something to say. He always knew how to put a smile on someones face. Dustin was a successful entrepreneur and took pride in his work. His latest business adventure was Inflat-a-fun Rentals. Dustin had the ability to make something out of nothing. He was such a skilled carpenter. The loss of Dustin has impacted the lives of many. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, and uncle. His memory will live on through the hearts of his family and friends forever. Memorials may be made to the family for their childrens education. Online condolences may be made to the family at duffyfuneralhome.com or visit us on Facebook.