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Donald Johnston Obituary
August 10, 2020
Bradenton, FL - Donald R. Johnston Jr., 52, passed away Monday, August 10, 2020 due to complications from his battle against cancer. Born and raised in Wisconsin, he lived the last thirty-two years in central Florida, the last twenty of those in the Bradenton, FL area. Donny became an expert millworker, with many of his creations installed in some of the most prestigious and well-known homes and institutions around the world. His passion for music, collecting memorabilia, and his numerous crafts and hobbies brought him great pleasure and joy. He was a quiet, gentle soul who is greatly missed by his family and friends.
Donny was preceded in death by his father, Donald R. Johnston, Sr., (De Forest, WI). He is survived by his mother, Marion Johnston (Bradenton, FL), his sister, Nadine King (Jerry), brother, Brian Johnston (Melissa), brother, Kevin Johnston, his nieces; Lauren Johnston and Madison Johnston and nephew, Cory Johnston, all of Florida; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
A Private Service will be held at his graveside in Lakeland, FL. Rest In Peace, Donny. You will forever be missed and are forever loved.
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Mike Reed
November 8, 2020
I feel terrible for his family he was a good man and extremely intelligent I can’t believe he is gone I know he’s whole family I didn’t know he was sick miss him take care brother till we all see each other again friend brother
Andrew Johnston
October 8, 2020
My condolences, goes out to all my family in Florida. RIP Donny
Dee Dee
September 16, 2020
I miss you. Always will. You were always there. 'Til we meet again, big brother.
Jennifer Johnson
September 2, 2020
Donny, there are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, know that the memories we have of you are immortal.
My love to Marion, words cannot convey how sorry I am for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
To my best friend Dee, If I had a flower for every time I thought of you, I could walk in my garden forever.
To the family, may you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you, as you are truly loved.
Tim O'Brien
August 28, 2020
RIP Donny. I have fond memories of our teenage shenanigans and I will miss you dearly.
I met Donny in middle school band and became one of the percussion problem children along with Donny, AL (Andy), and John Von. We all remained close friends through high school and beyond. Somehow we managed to avoid much trouble for most of the stuff we did. I was very lucky to fall in with this great group of friends in my youth.
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Michele Kline
August 26, 2020
Donny was my younger cousin. I will always remember our vacations to Wisconsin. He taught us how to sled and recover from a tumble in the snow. We built our first snowman with Donny and the whole family. It even snowed on Christmas morning! Donny was a wonderful, peaceful man and a fun and loving cousin. You are missed but we will all be on vacation together one day in heaven... With much love, your cousin Michele.
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