Passed away peacefully at Alexandra Marine & General Hospital on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. Ted Johnston of Goderich Township in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Sylvia (Curran) Johnston. Loving father of Debbie (Dave) Sowerby of Holmesville, Ed (Mary) Johnston of Goderich, Steven (Cheryl deceased) Johnston of Auburn, Bob (Wendy) Johnston of Goderich Township, Brian (Donelda) Johnston of Cambridge, Terry (Sue) Johnston of London. Loving grandfather of 14 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Also survived by Brother in-law, Bill Bogie. Predeceased by brother Murne and sister Phyllis Bogie. Fondly remembered by the Curran family and several nieces and nephews and their families.
Ted was a strong, hard working, independent, dependable man who could accomplish anything he set his mind to. He took pride in his success in life while bragging he went through high school quickly, “in the front door and out the back”. Ted had strong values and beliefs focusing on family and community. Anyone could depend on his support when needed but Ted would never ask for help. Ted was a member of the Benmiller Order of Foresters for many years assisting in many community support programs. He served as the President for a few years.
Ted worked in the Goderich area primarily spending a few years in London. Ted’s work life started at a young age by assisting his father with mail and other deliveries and the family farm before becoming trained as a brick layer working on several homes in Goderich and London. Ted transitioned from brick laying to working in farm equipment repairs while beginning his own farming operation. Ted built his family home while raising 6 kids, working at farm equipment repair and farming at the same time. Ted became a full-time farmer in the 1970s and successfully farmed for another 40 years.
Ted married Sylvia Curran in 1955 and became engrained in the Curran family enjoying socializing with Sylvia’s many siblings and their spouses for over 60 years. Sylvia was the love of Ted’s life and was dearly missed following her passing in 2012 after over 50 years of marriage. Ted and Sylvia worked hard to raise their family and successfully farm but could always find time to gather with the extended Curran family and support the local community. The Johnston family has celebrated many events, holidays and other occasions by gathering at the family farm several times a year.
Ted enjoyed playing sports and card games. Ted had a competitive spirit and played to win as anyone who played cards with him would know. After retiring at the age of 77, Ted became an avid golfer as a member at the Maitland Country Club and enjoyed his time with a regular group of golf buddies. Ted also enjoyed driving through the local towns and countryside spending many hours meandering through country roads observing the countryside and what ever was going on. A private family graveside service will be held at Maitland Cemetery on Monday January 18, 2021. Mary Jane Bisset officiating. In lieu of flowers donations are welcomed to the South Western Ontario Ronald McDonald House or Canadian Lung Association.
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Mike Jeffrey
My sympathy to Ted’s family. Ted was a great customer for many many years.
Mike the Barber
John and Joye Orr
We would like to express our sympathy. We enjoyed many good times doing Forester activities. I enjoyed the times we spent together golfing and the social lunches that followed. John and Joye
John Orr
We enjoyed many times when we were doing social and fund raising with the Forester group.There were lots of laughs when we enjoyed golf outings and lunches that followed.
Doc & Val Miller
So sorry to hear of Ted’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family at this difficult time. Enjoyed your father’s presence around the ball teams and as many visits to the Feed Mill at harvest time.
Heather Gerdes
To Deb, Ed, Bob, Steve, Brian, Terry and Families
Our condolences to you and your families on the passing of your Dad, Grandpa and Great Grandpa.
I’ll always remember and cherish the times we spent at Uncle Ted and Aunt Sylvia’s.
Uncle Ted was quite a character with a deep voice, sense of humor, and always a story to tell.
Our thoughts are with you
Heather and Joe
Murray and Patricia Hunter
We send our condolences to the Johnston family. On his tours, Wingham was one of the towns Ted visited and we enjoyed our visits at Tim Hortons. Treasure the memories of your times spent with him.
Patricia & Murray Hunter
Jon Ginn
Mickey and I were sorry to hear of Ted’s passing. Know that our
thoughts are with you.
Arlene & Ralph Curran
Thank goodness for our many Curran reunions; so many pics & memories …. condolences to Deb,Ed, Bob, Steve, Brian & Terry plus your familys, rest in peace ted!!
David & Virginia Caesar
Extending our sincere condolences to all of Ted’s family. May he rest in peace now with Sylvia.
Paul Blair
Elaine & I have lots of fond memories of sharing meetings, card games and volunteering with Ted and all our Forester friends over many years. I got to golf with Ted, too and we always had a good time, whether at the Maitland or enjoying one of the many other courses in the county. He was one of the ‘good guys’ and will be missed. Please accept our condolences, Elaine & Paul Blair
Don And Bogie
So sorry to hear about the passing of Ted . Don and i wish to extend our sincere sympathy for your loss. Please know that our thoughts are with you all through this difficult time.
Randy Fisher
Terry, Sue, Vanessa and Cory
Our condolences to you and your family on the passing of Ted. Cherish the memories you have and celebrate all that he meant to you.
Randy & Janice Fisher and family
xoxoxo
Deb & Ken Regier
Deb & Dave and family. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family Shannon has mentioned many times of time spent with her Grandpa. Keep all those many memories close to your hearts. Thoughts & Prayers🙏❤
Dawn Tucker
So many memories. …they will last forever ..I don’t need pictures to remember the Family gatherings at our cousins house..the snowmobile adventures in the field ..always lots of food n fun .Later in life we lawn Bowled together he liked to compete .he just did not always like the result ….Uncle Ted with that great big smirk ..You never new what would come out of his mouth..He will be missed & remembered xo
Shelly Keys
Our sincere condolences to the Johnston and Curran Families
Shelly & Dave Keys
Val (Park) and Mike Bendig
Sincere condolences to all of Ted’s family. He will be missed for sure but he will be remembered for lots of good times together too. Mike and Val.
Vicki Henry
Deb and family, we are so sorry to hear of Ted’s passing! He was always a great guy to talk to and Ted loved getting a chance to golf with that bunch. Holding you in our thoughts, sincerely Ted, Vicki and Jordan Henry!
Linda Vanmaar
So sorry for your loss, thinking of you all.
Marty and Linda VanMaar
Annette Ritchie
Hello to all my Johnston cousins and their families.
My condolences to you on the passing of your Dad, Grandpa and Great Grandpa.
I’ll always remember Uncle Ted’s deep voice and great sense of humour.
We’re thinking of you.
Annette and Jim
Nancy and Junior White
To all of Ted’s family we extend our sincere sympathy at this sad time….We have known Ted for many years and often would see him at Skippers and have a visit…..and would see him at the lake most mornings…..Cherish your memories!!!
Jim Bissett
Thanks for all the memories growing up Uncle Ted. You will dearly missed by everyone who knew you !
Jim
Diana And Randy Glousher Graham
Rip Uncle Ted Yes many memories our families spent a lot of family time way back lots of memories to hold on to and pictures. Mom n Dad Aunt Sliv n Uncle Ted will now have a fourth player for cards Xoxo