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William A. Johnston

1966 - 2015

William A. Johnston obituary, 1966-2015, Cleveland, OH

BORN

1966

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Chambers Funeral Homes - North Olmsted

29150 Lorain Rd.

North Olmsted, Ohio

William Johnston Obituary

Johnston William A. Johnston, age 49, loving husband of Natasha (nee Pancerev); loving father of Katryna, Cole (deceased), Lincoln, Ewan, Liberty, Michaela and Elijah; dear son of the late Helen (nee Schafer) and Donald Johnston; brother of Susan Upton (Ralph) and Barbara Dawson (Kevin); uncle of Andrew Upton and Aiden Dawson; nephew of Catherine Wogerman of Lima, OH; brother-in-law of Greg Pancerev (Francine). Originally from Lima, OH. Graduate of Shawnee High School. Bill met his wife, Natasha, at Penn State where he graduated with a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering. He was employed by Westinghouse and Manco Tape. He graduated from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law with a law degree and currently was employed as a Senior Attorney by Calfee, Halter and Griswald where he specialized in Intellectual Property and Patents in the Cleveland and Columbus offices. He was president of the St. Vincent DePaul Society at St. Stephen Church and active with the Kingsmen at St. Rita Church in Solon, as well as various parishes in the Columbus area. Lifelong member of the Steeler Nation. Passed away suddenly December 10, 2015. Funeral Mass Friday, December 18, 11 a.m. at St. Stephen Church (1930 W. 54th St., Cleveland, OH 44102) (PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH). Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends may call at CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME of NORTH OLMSTED, 29150 LORAIN RD. AT STEARNS RD., THURSDAY 2-4 AND 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to The Johnston Children's Education Fund, c/o Citizens Bank, Tony Groys (440) 622-2855.. www.chambersfuneral.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Dec. 14 to Dec. 16, 2015.

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Rachel Petrus

December 6, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I worked with him at Calfee and he was truly one of the kindest and most genuine people I have ever met. He spoke often of his family. I am sorry I could not offer support sooner, but I just learned of his passing today. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers and I pray that the God of all comfort continue to strengthen you until you see your husband and father again. Deepest sympathy.

June 9, 2016

Miss you much!

Norman Hahn

January 12, 2016

Dear Johnston Family,

My sincere condolences. I knew Bill at Penn State and considered him a friend. Rest in Peace.

dawn yager

January 7, 2016

Bill was loved beyond measure. My fondest recent memory was preparing Bill breakfast after Cole's passing and the hug he gave me. xo Dawn

Susan Grever

December 23, 2015

Natasha, Can't believe this has happened to you. I lost your Uncle Nestor at age 50. Life has unexpected events and losing a fine person like Bill is a tragedy. Seems like yesterday Stephen and I attended your wedding. Hold your children and friends close, they'll give you strength Love, Aunt Susan

Sharon Sneed

December 21, 2015

To the Johnston family -
My prayers go out for all of you in this heart breaking time. May our Lord grant peace to all your hearts, minds and, souls.

Osvaldo Morera

December 18, 2015

Dear Johnston Family,

As a childhood classmate of Bill's in school and in CCD, Bill was an intelligent fellow with a love of sports. Bill also had a good sense of humor, as he coined The Groovin' Cuban moniker of me, a nickname that fraternity brothers and sisters adopted and still use.

Words can't do justice for the loss you are feeling. Please know that prayers are going out to you from Texas and Bill's name will be mentioned at all Masses this weekend at Queen of Peace Catholic Church (El Paso, TX).

Osvaldo F. Morera
El Paso, TX

December 17, 2015

Natasha, I was so sorry to learn of Bill's passing. I'm praying for your's and family's comfort and strength through this time.
John 14:1-4

Kind Regards
Bill Riggs, Paoli

Peacelyn and Family

December 17, 2015

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Del Long

December 17, 2015

Natasha, my heart goes out to you and your family. May you find peace with God. Me & my girls will be here for you.

Rod and Janet Aller Family

December 16, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

Greg and Francine Pancerev

December 16, 2015

Sending you all our love and prayers. We are here for you. Greg, Francine, Danny and Sean

David, Jessie, Sophia, and Amora Long

December 15, 2015

Thoughts and prayers are with this kind and loving family.

Hiram DeJesus

December 15, 2015

To the Johnston Family,
There is no greater love seen by anyone at our parish than the love Will had for God, his family, and parishioners who prayed with them. It was an honor to have served with him on parish council, watching him become the husband, father, and leader we at St. Stephen needed. Your church family will miss him, are praying for your family, and are comforted in the knowledge Will was the best prepared, spiritual man we were blessed to have known and loved. May the Lord keep you all close to Him, as you find grace and strength in each other.

God Bless,
Hiram & Candy
Society of St. Stephen

Sherry, Glenn and Greg Waskowski

December 15, 2015

Natasha, Elijah, Michaela, Liberty, Ewan, Lincoln and Katryna, know that countless prayers are being offered. May God grant each of you whatever you need at this time and even forevermore.

Crowley Family

December 15, 2015

I can't even imagine!! Our family is praying for Will and all of his loved ones, but, especially his wife and children!! Holding all of you close to our hearts!! Please let us know when and if there is anything we can help you with!

M Williams

December 14, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time

Christina Furbee

December 14, 2015

I want to express my sincerest sympathy for William's family and loved ones. I was there and prayed for him on the day of the accident. My heart goes out to all of you. You are in my prayers as well.

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1930 W. 54th St., Cleveland, OH

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