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Robert Johnston Obituary
AGE: 28 • Brick
Robert A. Johnston, age 28 passed away Monday, May 18th, 2015, he was a life- long resident of Brick. Rob was born in Seoul, South Korea on June 7, 1986 and was adopted in October of 1986 by his parents, Arthur and Joan Johnston. Rob was a 2004 graduate of Brick Memorial high school and went on to attend Ocean County College. He worked for Lowes Home Improvement Store in Brick. In his leisure time Rob enjoyed going to concerts, playing the guitar and listening to music. One of his greatest accomplishments was attaining a black belt in martial arts. He continued his love of martial arts and went on to mastering the art of jiu jitsu. Rob loved all animal creatures great and small and enjoyed fishing. He was a loving son, brother nephew and friend and will be greatly missed.
Rob is survived by his loving parents, Arthur and Joan Johnston, by his sister, Kristine Johnston, many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and his dog Daisy and puppy Murphy whom he loved and enjoyed playing with.
A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, May 30th, 2015 from 1:00 to 4:00pm with a 3:30pm prayer service at Colonial Funeral Home, 2170 Highway 88 Brick, NJ 08724. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Rob's memory to the Popcorn Park Zoo, 1 Humane Way, Forked River, NJ 08731. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colonialfuneralgroup.com
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Bruce Moody
June 2, 2015
Dear Joan, Artie and Kristine
I am sorry for your loss.
Bruce and Mom
June 1, 2015
So sorry for your loss Kathie and Charlie Baumgartner
May 28, 2015
Dear Artie,Joan and Kristine, Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.We will remember Bobby and all the good times we shared as our children grew up together.Bobby was such a great child to be with. If there is anything that our family can do to help you through this most difficult time please let us know.All our love, Bob and Nancy Laing,and Family
May 28, 2015
Dear Joan and Artie and Kristine. I can't begin to put into words what to say to you. I am heart broken for you. Please know that you are in our thoughs and prayers. Love Judy and Bob Bauer
Doug Linton
May 28, 2015
Dear Artie and Joan, we are so sorry for your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, with much love, Maude & Doug .
May 28, 2015
Dear Art and Joan we are so sorry for your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with you at this troubling time, much love your way Maude & Doug.
Gayle Sands
May 27, 2015
To the Johnston family I'm deeply sorry to hear about rob I worked with rob at lowes we would talk about karate as we both have black belts but I must let you know what a great person rob was I will be praying for your family through this tuff time God bless
Karen Burroughs
May 27, 2015
Dear Art and Joan, it has been many years since we have seen each other but I will never forget you both..I worked on Pediatrics at JSUMC and took care of Scottie..I am so sorry for the loss of your son.Pllease know that you are in my thoughts and prayers..
Sincerely, Karen Burroughs
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