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John Johnston Obituary
Mr. Johnston died Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lillian & Milton Johnston, brothers, Bleacher Nick (Shirley) Johnston and Edward "Welch" (Faye) Johnston, beloved children, Deena J. Panter of Dallas, GA., Johnny Jay Johnston of Dallas, GA; and baby boy. He loved his wife, family, gardening and being outside. Mr. Johnston and Geraldine made many memories traveling and fishing. He was active in the military for 22 years and also worked for Alabama Termite and Pest Control in Childersburg, AL for 12 years.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Geraldine Johnston; granddaughter, Jamie Panter (Donnie) Pace; grandson, Patrick (April) Johnston; great-grandchildren, Elizabeth Ann Pace, Emily Rose Pace, Alyssa Kate Pace, PJ Johnston, Taylor Lynn Johnston; son-in-law, Tommy Panter; daughter-in-law, Sharon Johnston; sister, Kathryn (Ernest) Neely of Dallas, GA.; and brother, Jerry (Jeanice) Johnston.
Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.radneysmith.com.
Radney-Smith Funeral Home in Sylacauga, AL will direct the services.
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TERESA CAINE
November 8, 2018
Mr. Johnston lived behind where I work, Strickland Acct'g, always such a nice man, will miss seeing him out in his yard. Praying for family.
Janett Hickman Williamson
November 3, 2018
WE all loved John Thomas...RIP
Rick
November 1, 2018
Remembering the wonderful person Uncle John was to me, especially his humor I always enjoyed...
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