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Andrew Johnston Obituary
He leaves his wife of 34 years, Carol A. (Brooks) Johnston; a daughter, Karrie A. Johnston of Cherry Valley; a son, Peter A. Johnston of Worcester; his mother, Catherine (Deonesopoulos) Johnston of Worcester; a sister, Denise F. Batchelder of Worcester; a brother, Paul S. Johnston and his wife Carol of Auburn; two grandchildren: Riley W. Johnston and Anthony A. Leite, both of Cherry Valley; and several nieces and nephews. A brother, Peter Starzyk, died in 1964. He was born and raised in Worcester, son of the late Andrew R. Johnston, attended Worcester Boys Trade High School, and lived here all of his life.
Andy was a Lieutenant with the Massachusetts Department of Corrections. He worked at the State Prison in Gardner for 16 years. He then transferred to the new Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center in Shirley, where he worked until retiring due to illness. In 1999, he was honored as the Department of Corrections employee of the year. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren who were the light of his life.
CALLING HOURS will be from 5 to 8 P.M. on FRIDAY, Aug. 1, in KELLY FUNERAL HOME, 154 Lincoln St. A FUNERAL MASS will be held at 10 A.M. on SATURDAY, Aug. 2, in ST. JOAN OF ARC CHURCH, 570 Lincoln St., followed by burial in Hope Cemetery. Directions and condolence book available at
kellyfuneralhome.com
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Walter Drake
August 5, 2008
My deepest sympathy to Andy's family for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
SID rest in peace, I will light up and enjoy a cigar in your honor and reflect on the memories of you.
Will miss you.
Walter Drake
LANEY & JOHN ALAFBERG
August 3, 2008
Kay, Paul, Denise and family I was sorry to hear of Andy's passing, I remember you guys so well back in the valley, Kellys, Johnstons and here comes us Alstons joining in. God Bless all of you in this time.
beverly toscano
August 2, 2008
my deepest sympathy to andy's family as he was a great person we grew up together in the valley and lost contact sorry to say but i will remember andy in my prayers rip andy
Brian Siciliano
August 1, 2008
My deepest sympathy to Andy's family for your loss, To SID rest in peace my friend, enjoy that never ending cigar.
Your friends at SBCC
August 1, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Joann Bruce
August 1, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Debra Bratchell
August 1, 2008
Dear Denise, I'm am sorry to hear of the loss of your brother Andy. Andy is very lucky to have you for a sister, as I am to have you as my friend. You and your family are in my prayers. Love - Deb
Gail Kelley
August 1, 2008
Dear kay, Carol, Denise, Paul and family I send my deepest sympathy and prayers to all of you. I will miss Andy so much. I will think of him every time I make the famous Greek cookies that Kay taught me to make. You all know that was what we all loved especially Andy. He was like another brother to me. Please take care of one another and I will be intouch soon. Love you all.
Gail Kelley
Myrna
August 1, 2008
Dearest Denise, Kay, Paul & Family:
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your loving son/brother. May the Lord give you strength ~ RIP Andy ~
Friends in Leicester
August 1, 2008
Karrie,
We were sad to hear the news about your father,and we've got you and all of your family in our prayers and thoughts. He will be missed much!!! May God be with you all!!!
Eileen Morgan (Russell)
August 1, 2008
Dear Paul;
How sorry am I for the loss of your brother. Words cannot express my feelings for you today. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Peace and Faith!
The Carota Families
August 1, 2008
Auntie Kay, Carol, Denise, and Paul:
We were so sorry to hear of Little Andy's death. He was a wonderful friend and mentor to so many people and will be greatly missed. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts are with you and your families.
Bessie Morgan
July 31, 2008
Katherine, Denise, and Paul I would like to offer you my deepest sympathy on the loss of your devoted son and loving brother. We will all miss Andy...
Lynn Reed
July 31, 2008
Paul, Denise, Kay & family.
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your brother & son, Andy. Your are all in thought and prayer. God bless your broken hearts.
Jeff Cardin
July 31, 2008
It is with great regret to hear the loss of "Sid" I will miss the morning converstaions with him at work before the start of the shift. Sid would often talk about his children and family life including retirement . I will will miss him a great deal.
Tony & Deb Leite
July 31, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
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