Mark Daniel Johnston

Mark Daniel Johnston obituary

Mark Daniel Johnston

Mark Johnston Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Alexandria Funeral Home on Aug. 30, 2025.

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Mark Daniel Johnston, 68, of Alexandria, KY went to be with the Lord on August 25, 2025 passing peacefully at Hospice Edgewood St Elizabeth Healthcare, with his family by his side. He was born on November 29, 1956 in Dayton, KY son of the late Clifford E. and Kathryn (Leisring) Johnston. Also preceded in death by his brother, Clifford Johnston Jr.

He is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Angie Saunders Johnston, son, Jason Johnston of Hazard, KY and step-son Miles Wheeler of Alexandria, KY; sister Amy (Tim) Hardy.

Mark retired from the Cincinnati VA Medical Center and is a 1974 graduate of Silver Grove High school.

Everyone that knew Mark knew he had a love for cars and was always in his garage working. He spent several years going to car shows showing off his pride and joy 1979 Z28 Camaro. He will truly be missed by those that knew and loved him. A celebration of life for Mark is being scheduled.

The family would like to give a special thank you to the medical staff and nurses at St. Elizabeth Ft Thomas, 3 South. The nurses that took care of Mark are our angels on earth. Also the staff at Hospice Edgewood St. Elizabeth. We could not have asked for better care for Mark. We could never thank you all enough.

Alexandria Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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