Dustin Michael Unger

On August 22nd, 2025, Dustin Michael Unger completed his journey home to be with his heavenly father and his birth father, Michael P. Unger, who preceded him in death in January of this year, as well as his stepmom, Bobbie Unger, in 2020. He passed with his doting mother and two beloved friends, Shawn and Jennifer, by his side. Dustin fought pancreatic cancer the way he lived his life, worrying about the impact it would have on others. He set goals for his last days on earth and achieved them all. Dustin is survived by his loving mother, Suzann Klett, and stepdad, Robert Klett; his siblings, Denna (Unger) Lambert, Nikki Unger and Jason Unger; his former wife of 21 years, Crystal; his stepchildren that he raised as his own, Christopher (Brandi) Lawens, Kortney (Tristan) Wells; his grandchildren, Mathew, Ellieanna, Rose and Elizabeth. Family was very important to him, and his nieces and great nephews meant the world to him. First to steal his heart was Kelsey (Justin) Mathis followed by Kendall & Makenna; his great nephews, Brayden and Lucas...lord help Kelsey. Dustin was a graduate of Loy Norrix High School '90 where he met lifelong friend Jeri (Kurt) Noneman. He spent many years detailing cars and in his recent history, worked in pest control. Dustin loved to hunt and shoot and also enjoyed mentoring others into the world of hunting. He loved golfing and camping (at least sleeping in his chair at the campsite). He also loved fishing, whether it was with his Grandpa Ames, his dad or his best friend of 36 years Shawn (Lena, and their son Xander) Austin who he shared many adventures or misadventures with, depending on who you ask. Throughout his life, Dustin had a way of befriending those in need, and that continued until his passing. He was quoted as saying "I feel like I have enough left in me to help one more person." He was one of the most awkward people you ever met but once he called you friend there was nothing he would not do to help you. Dustin related to the world with a quiet certainty, but he was not afraid to speak up when it mattered. His time here was not wasted, and he will not soon be forgotten by his family or the many people who called him friend. The family will meet friends on Thursday, August 28th from 11am until time of funeral services at noon, Pastor Jim Robertson officiating at the Bloomingdale Chapel, D. L. Miller Funeral Home. A luncheon will immediately follow (1:00) at the Townline Community Ministry Center (TCMC), 201 E. Pine St. Bloomingdale, MI. The family suggests memorial contributions be made in Dustin's honor to a childhood cancer organization of the donor’s choice.

Dustin Michael Unger

April 12, 1972 - August 22, 2025