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JOHNSTON: Mildred Jessica (Nee Vanderburgh)
Posted By On March 20, 2026 @ 12:00 AM In Goderich, Obituary | 21 Comments
Mildred Jessica Johnston passed away peacefully at Southbridge Nursing Home on Friday March 20th, 2026 in her 93rd year. She is reunited with her beloved husband Charles and son Don. Loving mother to Bonnie (Stan), Larry (Ann), and Gary (Cheryl), and Daughter-in-law Linda. She will be missed by her brothers George and Dennis Vanderburgh, and sister Pat Good. Beloved Grandma to 10 grandchildren; Kim and Tracy Dungale, Mark and Alicia Johnston, Sam and Jamie Johnston, Phillip and Ashton Johnston, Scott Agnello and Teresa Rubinski. She will be missed by her 23 great grandchildren, and 4 great- great grandchildren. She will also be missed by many friends and family.
Mildred is predeceased by her sisters Dianne Buchanan and Marion Hodges. Brothers- in-law John Buchanan, Harvey Hodges, Keith Good, and Bill Johnston.
A private family service to take place. A Celebration of Mildred’s Life will take place on Thursday May 21st, 2026 from 2-4pm at the Goderich Legion. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Goderich Legion Ladies Auxiliary or the Alexandra Marine & General Hospital Foundation MRI Fund are appreciated by the family.
Sincere condolences to all family on Millie’s passing. My thoughts are with you all.
Phyllis
Brenda & George and the family of Millie
Our thoughts are with you and know that all your good memories will help you through this most difficult time and remember she is at peace now.
My condolences to all of Millie’s family and friends!! Have known her for many years and always had a conversation when we would meet!! Cherish your memories!!
To all of Mildred’s family. We knew her and Charlie so well and visited them often at the Nile. This came about as Charlie was one of the nicest people that ever worked as a mechanic at our dealership and for a very long time. What a legacy to leave behind with all those grandchildren.
Larry, Ann, Sam, Jamie and the Johnston family , my condolences on the passing of your mum/ grandma. When I saw her out and about over the years she always had a smile . May your memories comfort you.
Sending our condolences.
Remembering Millie with fondness and the good old Signal days. My condolences to the family.
I worked with Millie many years ago at the Goderich Signal Star. She was always warm and funny, lifting your spirits every day. Heartfelt sympathy to her family and friends, I know she will be missed.
My condolences to the Johnston and Vanderburgh Families. Millie was a wonderful woman. Will always remember the times I spent out at the Farm.
Sincere condolences to Millie’s family and friends. She will be so missed….
Larry, Ann and all the families – Sincere sympathy in the passing of your Mom and Grandmother. I have known Milly for
a long time as her and Charlie lived across the road from us at the Nile with their young family. Thinking of each one of you in the days ahead and Milly will be missed by her family and friends. Take care.
My deepest sympathy to Bonnie, Larry and Gary and families at this sad time
Sandra (Nivins) Pridham
Our deepest sympathy & hugs to you all on the loss of your mum & grandma. Although I only met Millie a few times, she always welcomed you into her home with her lovely smile
Sincerely Wayne & Laurie Bell
My sympathy to all of Millie’s family on your loss. I remember working with Millie way back in the good old days at the Goderich Signal-Star when she was one of the very efficient composing room “girls”. Later I reconnected with her when both she & my mom were residents at Maitland Manor. She was a treat to talk to & didn’t seem to have aged a bit. I hope you have many happy memories of her to hold dear in your hearts during the sad times when you are missing her.
Please accept our sympathy at this time of loss. What a wonderful life she had. My mom and step dad…Anne and Jim Devereaux, certainly enjoyed playing euchre with them when they were neighbours on Oxford Street. Bet they will be having a grand reunion in their new heavenly home. Wishing you comfort. Sincerely, Barbara Desjardins and Bill Hayden
Sincerest condolences to all Family and Friends on the loss of Millie …Ron and Heather .
Please accept our sincere condolences on Millie’s passing.
My sincere condolences to the family. I always loved working with Millie at Signal Star.
Our sincere condolences to everyone.we are thinking of you all.
Sending our sincere condolences for the loss of Millie. She will be sadly missed by all the family & friends. Hugs.
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Our condolences to all the family and friends. Millie’s warm smile will be missed. May she RIP