Dustin Crafton Obituary-Death News; Dustin Crafton Killed In Iosco Township Car Accident
An outpouring of love and support has followed the heartbreaking loss of Dustin Crafton, a 40-year-old Gregory resident, who was tragically killed in a single-vehicle crash on Sunday, April 6.
A devoted husband, father, coach, and beloved community member, Dustin’s sudden death has left his family and town grieving while also uniting in a powerful display of compassion and solidarity.
According to the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO), deputies responded to the crash around 6:32 p.m. on Dutton Road, north of Roberts Road. Investigators say a 1997 Chevrolet Blazer was traveling at a high speed from a private drive when the driver lost control.
The vehicle skidded sideways, overturned, and crashed onto the roadway. Dustin, who was a passenger, was partially ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene by Livingston County EMS.
The driver, a 42-year-old man from Gregory, was transported to University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Hospital in Lansing with minor injuries. In the wake of the tragedy, friends and family members have come together to support Dustin’s wife and their three young children.
A GoFundMe campaign, organized by Jill Humble, has been launched to help ease the family’s financial burden during this incredibly difficult time. As of April 10, the fundraiser had garnered more than $33,000 of its $100,000 goal.
“Dustin was a kind-hearted, devoted family man who touched the lives of everyone he met with his generosity, warmth, and unwavering love,” Humble wrote on the GoFundMe page.
“His loss leaves a heartbroken wife, three young children, and a community in mourning.” The funds raised will help the family with living expenses, funeral costs, and provide stability as they navigate life without their beloved husband and father.
Dustin was known throughout the community for his involvement in local youth sports. For the past two years, he had served as a coach in the Howell Jr. Lacrosse program.
In a heartfelt post on social media, the organization shared its sorrow and encouraged the public to donate to the fundraiser and support the family through a linked meal train. “He made a difference in our kids’ lives and on our fields,” the post read. “We will miss his energy and presence deeply.”
Beyond his roles in coaching and parenting, Dustin was also actively involved with Jubilee Farm in Fowlerville, an agricultural collective focused on sustainability and community connection. In a touching tribute, the farm’s team highlighted the meaningful ways Dustin touched the lives of others.
“He listened to fellow parents when they needed a listening ear, no matter who they were,” their post read. “He scooped his children up and hugged them when they needed support, and he offered a smile or a quick laugh to anyone who needed encouragement.”
Those who knew Dustin say he was the kind of person who showed up—whether it was to help a neighbor, volunteer time, or simply offer words of comfort. His sudden absence has created a void that won’t easily be filled.
Yet, his legacy is already being felt through the incredible generosity of those rallying to support his family and through the many lives he touched with his kindness. While the community mourns, plans are underway to celebrate Dustin’s life in a memorial service.
Friends, teammates, and community members continue to share photos, memories, and tributes online, remembering a man who lived with love, purpose, and dedication to his family and community.
Dustin Crafton may be gone, but the values he lived by—kindness, generosity, and love—will continue to resonate through those who knew and loved him. His memory lives on in the hearts of his wife, his children, and a community that will never forget the man who gave so much of himself to others.
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