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Don W. "Bob" Johnston

1932 - 2015

BORN

1932

DIED

2015

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Sellars Family Heritage at Gallatin

100 East Albert Gallatin Avenue

Gallatin, Tennessee

Don Johnston Obituary

Don W. "Bob" Johnston

Gallatin, TN

Age 83, passed quietly August 14, 2015. Preceded in death by his mother, Diane; father, Jay; sons, Andy and Bobby.

Survived by wife of 58 years, Joy; son, Kevin; grandchildren, Erik, Amber and Corinne.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Memorials may be made to the Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse (carlperkinscenter.org).

Alexander Funeral Home, (615) 452-2324.

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Published by Tennessean on Aug. 19, 2015.

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Michael S.

February 7, 2025

Kevin, I had the privilege of interviewing Bob (and Joy) several years ago, and I have several fascinating tapes that I've think you would like. Please write me at my email address: [email protected]

Mark Graham

August 23, 2015

Big fan of his work. Thanks for all the great music. My sympathies to Mrs. Johnston and the family. May the peace of God be with you.

August 21, 2015

My condolences to the family. May God give you comfort during this time of sadness. 2Cor 1:4

Howard Bilerman

August 20, 2015

I'll miss you dear bob:

howardbilerman.com/bobj.html

Coneigh Sea

August 20, 2015

Joy, Tracy, Kevin, I'm so sorry to hear about Bob's death. Though I haven't seen or talked with any of you in way too long, you are all in my thoughts.

Tish Fisher

August 19, 2015

Kevin, and Tracie My heart aches for you
So sorry for the loss of your dad

Harry Simpson

August 19, 2015

Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.

Fair winds and following seas sailor.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

anthony vengarick

August 19, 2015

Shouldn't forget Michael Murphey. Marketing used Johnston's Dylan connection to advertise Geronimo's Cadillac. Great, great album.

Scott Chamberland

August 19, 2015

Rest in Peace

Carolyn Lawrence

August 19, 2015

To the family, friends, and acquaintances, I am so sorry for your loss. May the "God of ALL Comfort" support and grant you all peace, during your time of grief.(2Cor 1:2-4; Ps 83:18)

August 19, 2015

May the Almighty God of comfort be with family and friends at this time of deep sorrow. God love and care for you.

August 19, 2015

Death was not God original purpose for us, it is something for which we can never be comletely prepared Ecc 3:11

Dwayne Bickham,Sr.

August 19, 2015

In God's care rest in peace

Ruby

August 18, 2015

Matthew 6:9,10 Our Father in the heavens, let your name be sanctified. Let your kingdom come...

August 18, 2015

FSorry for your loss. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times spent together with Bob. Draw close to God and he will draw close to you.

Staff of Alexander Funeral Home

August 19, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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