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William Johnstone Obituary
Born in Newport, he was the son of the late James & Doris (Baker) Johnstone.
William was a Burner-Grinder at Electric Boat for 18 yrs. He was also employed for several years at RI Novelty Co.
He was the father of Jason M. Johnstone of West Warwick, and the brother of Jean Johnstone of Coventry, James Johnstone of Westfield, MA, and the late Doris Broz.
A Memorial Service will be Tuesday at 7 PM in the Robert A. Iannotti Funeral Home, 415 Washington St., (Rte.117), Coventry. Visiting hours 5 - 7 pm prior to Service.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Johnstone
Ryan & Ana
September 30, 2008
We celebrate a life lived to the fullest. Bill we all miss you terribly. The hole in our hearts may never be filled. We love you Mr. Bill. Rest peacefully man. One day we will meet up again and continue where we left. RIP
Shane Deloge
September 30, 2008
Bill, there's so much to say about you. You were a kind, understanding, and gentle man and you will be greatly missed. I wish I had gone to Annette's house the Wednesday prior to your passing so I could hear you say "see ya next week". You were a great friend, my condolences to your family...RIP
Tabby, Shane and baby Aiden Deloge
September 30, 2008
Bill was a wonderful man, me shane and aiden met him a while back at Annettes house on Wednesdays, me and shane played pool against him he was great pool player always a happy man..i dont think there ever was a bad thing about him, he would listen to anything you would have to say, never once left without a goodbye. we all miss you bill
Anne Marie Deloge
September 29, 2008
Jason I am sorry for your fathers passing. He was a great person and I loved watching him play pool every wednesday. I will miss his smiling face as I come in the door. Wednesdays will never be the same
LORI CASALE
September 29, 2008
Jason,
Sorry to hear about your Dad..
Memories will keep him alive in
your heart forever.
Silvana Barone
September 29, 2008
Jean,
I am sorry to hear about your brother. I can't believe it. It must be so hard on you to lose a loved one again. My prayers are with you and all your family
Diana Desorcy
September 28, 2008
Jason, know that you have our love and support during your time of need. I am a phone call, email or car ride away. Let us know if you need anything. Your Dad will not be forgotten. You and your family are in my thoughts and in my heart. I will see you soon. Love Diana and Stephen
Ryan Brouillard
September 28, 2008
Bill will never be forgotten
Ann Marie Krzan
September 28, 2008
Jean,
I was sorry to hear about your brother. I too lost my nephew last week so I share in your sorrow.
Ann Marie
Diane Sprague
September 28, 2008
Jeanne I am so sorry to read about Billy. Wow... Our prayers are with you and your family....
alyssa rose
September 28, 2008
boyfriend ill miss you. ill never forget all the memories we shared together. how we used to hide from you when you came home from work and then scare you. david roses log. lol. i loveee you. Rest in Peace. and say hi to barbera for me.
<3
Fran Hensley
September 28, 2008
Jean, I am so sorry to hear of your brother's passing...it is never easy to lose someone you love..I am thinking of you and your family at this time ...you are all in my prayers.
Frannie
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