Kenneth "Ken" Johnston

Kenneth "Ken" Johnston obituary, LaPorte, IN

Kenneth "Ken" Johnston

Kenneth Johnston Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lakeview Funeral Home & Crematory on Jan. 20, 2026.
Kenneth "Ken" Johnston, 80, of La Porte, passed away peacefully at 9:38 p.m., Monday, January 19, 2026 at Franciscan Health in Michigan City.

He was born October 3, 1945, in Chicago, to Thomas S. and Virginia (West) Johnston.

On October 19, 1985, in Westville, he married Bette (Rogers) Johnston, who survives.

Ken was a die-hard fan of Chicago sports of any kind. In his younger days he enjoyed wiring and using his HAM radio, ride his bike, and sometimes a motorcycle. He was a dog lover, especially pugs. He loved spending time in Florida during the winter with his wife, Bette. Above all spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife, Bette; and daughter, Rachel (Shane) Johnston.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Patricia A. Johnston.

Cremation will take place. Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, 247 W. Johnson Rd., La Porte, (219) 362-3100 is caring for the arrangements.

Please send condolences to the family at www.LakeviewFHC.com.

In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Jane Bernard Animal Adoption Center, 2855 IN-2, La Porte, IN 46350.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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