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1949
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2020
Gary Johnston Obituary
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C
December 29, 2023
Many happy memories with Gary. Safeway and Heineken...only the best in the trunk! Volcker Park on Sundays! Sidney's and Winsted on the Plaza in the 60s/70s on weekend nights just cruzing and watching people. UMKC events, theater light director in that dark room, pop artists playing who then became famous, summer Breese, so many memories shared. Chief vs raiders super bowl. Have never forgotten all the happy times. RIP, know we will meet again. C
Doug Burris
January 3, 2022
Had Mr. J teach me social studies in the 70s, he was amazing and inspirational.
Jeny Hehir
November 18, 2021
Mr. Johnston was my 7th grade Unified Studies teacher at Hocker Grove. He is my favorite teacher. He has been the most influential teacher I ever had. I am grateful for knowing him and being taught by him. May God bless his family.
Jimmy C
April 17, 2021
Cisco......I read the news today........oh boy........
Have been thinking about some of the road trips lately..... Denver/Coors (3), Baton Rouge, Pensacola, Sunrise Beach......103rd St......St Cats......Card games with "The Lord".......OP Sears Shoes......Sears on Front St....... UMKC..... Softball ..... The Point.... The Sprite... 240Z.....Your Brother, Bob (Dylan)....The Doors.... The Airplane........ Blind Faith...... Traffic...... Elton......Davey Johnstone
One more time, until next time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQRuu_PghAk
Pancho
David Mesh
October 14, 2020
I had the privilege of working with Gary for a few years at Hocker Grove Middle School. He held students accountable, but he always had innovative ideas, where students enjoyed his classes. He was a good soul, and a good friend. He was full of life and had a competitive nature, whether that was a pick up basketball game, or a game of backgammon. He had a very easy going attitude about life, and really enjoyed himself in his hobbies. I am a better person for having known Gary, and the world is an immensely better place for having Gary in it - he touched countless lives through his years in education, and I'm sure he is shining on somewhere.
David Shelton
June 2, 2020
All of my memories of Gary are always good, and make me smile or laugh! He is truly missed. Condolences to the family and all who loved him.
Bob Harrison
May 17, 2020
RIP Gary. You were an incredible friend for 46 years.
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