With heavy hearts, we share the news of the passing of our beloved Dustin "Dusty" Folden. Dusty's passing was the result of septic shock, which developed after a routine procedure quickly escalated.

Dusty was a proud and generous man whose smile could genuinely light up a room. He left us far too soon, and his absence has left a massive hole in the lives of everyone who knew him.

He lived his life with a fantastic sense of humor and an open heart, always ready to jump in and help or just share a good laugh. His generosity wasn't just about what he gave; it was about the spirit and warmth he brought to every single person he met. Dusty was one of the good ones.

We've set up this GoFundMe to ask for your support in giving Dusty the farewell he deserves—a "Celebration of Life" that truly honors his kind spirit and legacy. We thought long and hard about asking for help because Dusty was so generous but also very proud and stubborn! He gave so much of himself to others, and we really want to honor that by making sure his final celebration is as warm and generous as he was.

How You Can Help

Every little bit helps a lot during this incredibly tough time.

1. Donate: If you can, please consider chipping in through this page.

2. Share: If donating isn't possible right now, please help us out by sharing this link with your friends, family, and network on social media, email, or text.

3. Share Memories: Please drop your favorite memory or story about Dusty in the comments section. These messages are a huge comfort to us and we plan to put them together for the family.

Thank you so much for all your love, generosity, and support as we get ready to celebrate Dusty's life. His spirit will absolutely live on in the hearts of all the people he touched.

“I carry the things that remind me of you

In loving memory of the one that was so true

You were as kind as you could be

And even though you're gone

You still mean the world to me”

Alter Bridge - In Loving Memory

With deepest gratitude,

The Folden Family (Sandy, Miranda, and Hunter)

Celebration of Life Event Details:

Sunday March 8th, 2026 1-3 PM

Bliley's

8510 Staples Mill Road

Richmond, VA 23228