Dustin Thiesen

Dustin D. Thiesen, 29, died Thursday at his rural Hillsboro residence. He was born Dec. 16, 1984, to Duane D. and Donna K. (Janzen) Thiesen in Newton.

He is survived by his father, Duane D. Thiesen of Gainsville, Texas; mother, Donna K. Spoonemore of rural Hillsboro; two sisters, Jamie Spoonemore and Holly Spoonemore of rural Hillsboro; and his companion dog, Duster.

A celebration of life was Sunday at Alexanderwohl Mennonite Church, rural Goessel. Visitation was Saturday at the church.

A memorial fund has been established with the Goessel Community Foundation for the junior high and high school athletic and music scholarships.