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John Johnston
07/19/1954 - 10/07/2025
BORN
07/19/1954
DIED
10/07/2025
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John Johnston Obituary
He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Monica Johnston; brother, Tom Johnston; and in-laws, Joseph and Elizabeth Mead.
John is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Maureen Johnston; his children, Sean (Shannon) Johnston, and Travis (Lindsey) Johnston; grandchildren, Kameron, Lenae, Makayla, Aila, Samuel, Keira, and Anna; great-grandchild, Iyla; bonus mom, Diane (Dick) Sidebotham; brother, Tim (Lori) Johnston; sister, Madelyn (Dan) Wolf; brothers-in-law, Joe (Chari) Mead, Pat (Julie) Mead, Matt (Julie) Mead, and Kevin Mead; sister-in-law, Sheila (Greg) Rogalski; and many cherished nieces and nephews.
A proud graduate of Catholic Central High School, Class of 1973, John built a long and dedicated career at Cordes Trucking before retiring.
Family was everything to John. He especially loved sleepovers with the grandkids - always making sure pancakes were on the menu the next morning. Saturday mornings were often spent cheering on his grandkids at their games, and he treasured weekends "up north" with the boys, hunting and playing euchre.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 18, from 2 to 5 p.m. at St. Ladislaus Aid Society, 58 Lane Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504.
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Tom Washburne
Earlier today
Always a good friend. My heart is breaking to hear of the passing. My condolences to the family.
Jerry Venlet
Earlier today
Lots of great memories at GFS with JJ. Sorry for your loss.
Julie Palazzolo
Earlier today
Vince and I were saddened to hear the news of John´s passing. Such a good man. He always made us laugh.
Tim and Mary Mead
Yesterday
Maureen we are so sorry and pray that your grief can be comforted somehow. We hold you and the family in our loving embrace.
John Veneklase
Yesterday
Maureen, I´m very sorry to hear about John. Such a good man! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob and Kathy Patterson
Yesterday
Our sympathy to you and the family. Have many fun memories of times together.
Ashley Keys
October 10, 2025
I am so sorry to hear that John has passed. He was such an amazing man, husband, father and friend to so many people. Maureen, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bob & Robin Cato
October 10, 2025
Maureen, so sorry to learn of Johns passing. So many great memories in High School and years that followed. A great guy and friend.
God's peace and strength be with you during this difficult time.
Margaret ( Marg) La Huis
October 10, 2025
Maureen my heart is hurting so much for you. I am so sorry. John was always the greatest friend to all who knew him. John your hubby adored you from your first date! You two were magical together and I was so happy when you married. May Jesus walk this path with you and keep you in his arms. Hugs little sister.
Patti Wojtaszek
October 10, 2025
Maureen and family,
Gerry and I are so saddened to hear that John has passed. It breaks our hearts. We are so grateful to have seen you two at the Legion back in Feb.
We are very blessed to have had the opportunity to get to know you two and your awesome sons over the years.
We pray that God will give you the strength that you will need to help you get through these most difficult of times. John was a wonderful, fun, jovial, loving man. His legacy will live on through all of you and all your cherished memories.
Love
Gerry and Patti Wojtaszek
Patty Konwinski
October 10, 2025
Maureen and kids, we are so very sorry to hear of John´s passing. Such a great guy with that awesome smile! Sending love and prayers. Mike & Patty Konwinski
Bob Leatherman
October 10, 2025
Oh Maureen we are so sorry to hear of John´s passing. Keeping you and your family close in our prayers.
Chris Ziomkowski (Micele)
October 10, 2025
My sympathies to all the families.
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