Norman JOHNSTONE Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 6 to Feb. 13, 2013.

JOHNSTONE. - (Galashiels) After coping with a debilitating stroke for many years, Norman passed away peacefully on Monday 4th February 2013 at the Borders General Hospital after a short illness bravely borne. Beloved husband of Iris and loving dad to Eleanor, Valerie and Neil. Much loved father-in-law of Eleanor and Ewan. An admired and adored Papa by all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral will take place at Borders Crematorium on Friday 8th February at 2 pm, to which all friends are welcome. Family flowers only please but donations, if desired, may be made to Borders Chest, Heart and Stroke and Friends of the BGH.

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February 20, 2013

Val Forsyth

Dear Dad you are in my thoughts everyday. Never forget you. I love you. Xx

February 17, 2013

Out thoughts go out to the Johnstone family at this time of loss.
Peter & Sandra Young, Battle Creek Michigan. USA

February 12, 2013

David Turnbull

Condolences from David (Tumsh) Turnbull.

February 11, 2013

Nicola Johnstone

You were my wee hero Papa. Love you very much xxx

February 11, 2013

Nicola Johnstone

You were my wee hero Papa. Love you very much xxx

February 11, 2013

Neil Johnstone

Dad you will be greatly missed - love you lots - Neil Eleanor Nicola Dawn & Bria

February 11, 2013

Neil Johnstone

Goodbye dad you will be greatly missed - Love Neil Eleanor Nicola Dawn & Bria xxxx

February 6, 2013

Melanie Forsyth

Always in my heart papa.

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