Passed away peacefuIIy at University HospitaI in Iondon on Friday, March 27, 2015. George Irwin Johnston of Iucan, formerIy of Seaforth, was in his 84th year.
BeIoved husband of Doreen (nee HedIey) Johnston for 56 years. Ioving father of ellzabeth and Shawn ONellI of IIderton and Nell and Joan Johnston of North Andover, Massachusetts. Cherished Grandpa of Jordon and AIIie ONellI, Brendan ONellI and Dinah, Danielle, Jay and Hannah Johnston. Survived by sibIings-in-Iaw, Evelyn MiIIican and DougIas HedIey, both of EngIand. Irwin wiII aIso be missed by many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his parents Frank and Hattie (nee BoIger) Johnston; sibIings, Roma Johnston, Harry and Marie Johnston; and sister-in-Iaw Patricia Stamper.
Cremation has taken pIace and memoriaI visitation wiII be heId at McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home, Seaforth, 519-527-1390, on Sunday, March 29th from 2-4 p.m. and wiII continue on Monday, March 30, 2015 from 11 a.m. untiI the time of Irwins memoriaI service to ceIebrate his Iife at 1 p.m. Pastor Stephen HiIdebrand wiII officiate and a reception wiII foIIow in the Northside United Church HaII. Irwins urn wiII be interred at MaitIandbank Cemetery Iater in the spring.
As expressions of sympathy, memoriaI donations to the Seaforth Community HospitaI or the Seaforth Iions Park and PooI wouId be appreciated and can be made through the funeraI home or by visiting Irwins onIine memoriaI at www.mcglynnfamiIyfuneraIhome.com
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Dave Ellis
I have many memories of Irwin and the Johnston family, having grown up as next door neighbors. I knew Irwin as a quiet gental man that always treated me with respect even though i was a somewhat wild teenager.Ill never forget the day I ambushed Irwin with a string of fire crackers. He jumped and probably cursed, but in the end we had a great laugh together. I&&single&&ll always remember the image of Irwin sitting quietly on his porch enjoying his pipe tobacco.R.I.P. Irwin You will be missed by many. I&&single&&m sad that it was your time. My deepest sympathies to Doreen, Elizabeth and Neil, and all of your extended families…….Respectfully Dave Ellis
Jane Ellis
I remember growing up next door to the Johnston family. Irwin or “Mr Johnston” known to me when I was a kid was always smiling and friendly.
Condolences to the family.
Jane Ellis
Waterloo, ON
Wayne & Peg Ellis
We were so sorry to hear about Irwin. We had a lot of good times together over many years.
All the best to Doreen, Liz, Neil and families.
Wayne & Peg
Don and Kathy Pletsch
We were sorry to hear of Irwin&&single&&s death. He was always so friendly with a cheery hello and greeting almost every day as he walked past our house. A fine gentleman.
Gerry, Kathy & Derek Cooper
Sorry to hear about your loss.
David & Kari Rimmer
Doreen, Liz and Shawn, Neil and Joan,
We offer our condolences to you at this time. Irwin was one of the kindest souls and always there to help in the community.
We hope that your memories of him will comfort you when needed.
Thinking of you, David, Kari, Meredith and Abbey Rimmer
Peter & Frances Kling
Dear Doreen and family.
So sorry to hear of Irwin&&single&&s passing. Always enjoyed meeting and chatting with Irwin in the bank back a few years. You have shared some wonderful pictures of happy times. May those happy memories keep a smile on your face.
“One day at a time”
Jane Shannon Austin
Doreen and family:
Sincere sympathy on Irwin&&single&&s passing. Wishing you peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Bob and Lynne and family
Dear Neil, Joan, Dinah, Danielle, Jay, and Hannah.
Our deepest sympathies to you at this time. We will be thinking about your family today and the diifficult days ahead.. Remember the good times.
Sincerely, Bob,,Lynne, John, Anne Marie, David and Nichole
Mike Trotter
Neil and family, so sorry to hear of your father&&single&&s passing. Kindest regards and condolences to you during this time of loss. We are thinking about you and saying a prayer.
Joanne Shoveller
Doreen, Elizabeth, Neil and families, sending the very best thoughts to you from far away. We hope that the good memories you share with everyone today help to ease the sadness as you celebrate a life well lived. He was a wonderful man, so kind and thoughtful, he made a tremendous impact on those around him.
Take care, Joanne, Herb, Ben and Aislinn
Darren and Patty Jones
Neil, Joan, Dinah, Danielle, Jay and Hannah,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all,on the loss of your Father and Grandfather.
Mike and Diane Hinds
Neil, Joan and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your Father and Grandfather. So glad we had the opportunity to meet your Dad on a number of occasions. He was a very nice man. Our heartfelt sympathy to all of you.
Kay Mailloux
To Doreen and family.
Stan and I send our condolences to you all. He will be missed.
Kay
Evelyn Millican and family
We are so sad and sorry to hear about Irvins passing . Our thoughts and love are with you all. We wish we could be there with you. Love and God bless.
Evelyn, Carol Keith, Jackie Brian and family&&single&&s .xxxx
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.8
Bill & Helen Thompson
We were sad to hear of Irwinns passing.We think back to the good times when we lived in Seaforth and our get together thru the Lions and others and how our children grew up together.
Please accept our heart felt thoughts at this difficult time.
Bill and Helen Thompson
Bev Dayman
Doreen, Elizabeth, Neil and family,
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of your loving husband and father. I had the privilege to meet Irwin while living at Prince George. Irwin always made time,even when not well this past week,for conversation or a nod hello. He was a kind man and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Thinking of you all.
Bev Dayman
Frank & Leona Nigh
Doreen & family,our deepest sympathy to all of you on the death of a husband father,grandfather. May you have many happy memories,cherish every one of them. Sincerely Frank & Leona Nigh
Mandy Duffy
Doreen
Just read about Irwin. So sorry for your loss. There goes my relief sitter and banker.
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Mandy
Carol Baker, Tracy and Jayne
Doreen and Family
Our friendship with all of you goes back for many years – through both generations. It was always a pleasure to chat with you when you came up to Northside for a Sunday service. Irwin was a great community man and was much appreciated. Our thoughts are with you and we will all miss him.
Sincerely, Carol Baker, Tracy and Jayne
Keith Murray
It is sad to hear about the loss of Irwin. A great guy to chat with and always had a smile. Our condolences to the entire family.
Keith, Cindy and families
Carolanne Doig
My sincere condolences to you all. I was very shocked to hear this news today. I am so happy that Irwin was here in December to enjoy the time at the golf course and be recognized for his contribution as a Mayor of Seaforth. He was my neighbor for many years and was a great community member.
Jim & Helen Crocker
Please accept our sincere condolences during this difficult time. He was a kind and decent man and I thoroughly enjoyed the time we worked together at the municipal office. Because we are still in Arizona we will be unable to attend the memorial service.
Jim and Helen Crocker