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Christopher Johnston Obituary

Johnston, Christopher; age 39; of Alma; passed away Sunday, November 2, 2014. He was born April 20, 1975 in Southfield, Michigan the son of James and Kathy (Goodenow) Johnston. Chris moved with his family to Alma in 1981 and graduated from Alma High School in 1993. He earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Exercise and Health Science from Alma College in 1998, where he was also a member of the TKE Fraternity. Upon graduation Chris worked for a short time in Chicago before moving to the Detroit area where he worked as a Financial Advisor for TD Ameritrade and Ameriprise. He was currently working for Peckham Industries in Lansing. He was a member of the Nativity of the Lord Parish and the Knights of Columbus. Chris loved to golf and this past summer he shot a 39 at the Ainsdale Golf Course in Kincardine, Ontario and won a longest putt contest in the Knights of Columbus golf outing, both very proud moments for him. He enjoyed hunting with friends and watching sporting events with family. Chris was also known for spending countless hours talking with family and friends at the cottage at Bruce Beach. Chris is survived by his mother, Kathy Johnston of Alma; sister, Susan (Steve) Olson and their children, Heather and Ryan of Chicago; grandmother, Betty Johnston of Alma; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Jim; his brother, Scott; paternal grandfather, Sam Johnston; and maternal grandparents, Charles and Marion Goodenow. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. at Nativity of the Lord Parish, Alma. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 14, 2014 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Lux-Moody-Wolfel Funeral Home with a time for sharing memories of Chris beginning at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Alma College or St. Mary’s School. To view Chris’ obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.luxfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Morning Sun from Nov. 3 to Nov. 5, 2014.

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Andrea Palmer

November 13, 2014

I'm so sorry for you loss, Kathy.

November 11, 2014

Dear Kathy,
Our hearts go out to you, there is nothing we can say only we know the pain of losing a child. May God comfort you and your daughter and family. Our prayers are also with you. RIP in peace dear Chris. Love Bob & Mary Fournier

Sue Kennedy

November 9, 2014

Rest in peace, dear Chris. My thoughts are with your mom and Susie.

Jay Laffoon

November 6, 2014

Laura and I send our condolences to your entire family. You will be missed!

Ann Johnston

November 5, 2014

Dear Chris,
I know you are happy with Scott, your Dad and the rest of your relatives. I will miss you forever.
Love, Ann

Shelby Bupp Crockett

November 5, 2014

Peace and love to your family, Chris.

November 4, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Chris was a cherished friend and fraternity brother of mine. He was a selfless person, who always had the time to listen and ask how you were doing. Chris was the kind of friend everyone would hope to be. I will pray for you and miss you, Chris. I am sorry, we did not get another chance to tee it up.

Brad Tate

Karen Ball

November 4, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. I had the great pleasure of working with Chris in the classroom - what a fine young man! Please know that you will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

November 4, 2014

We'll miss you as our neighbor. We'll miss knowing you were always there to keep your mom company. Hope you're in a place of peaces.

Sara Moore

November 4, 2014

Peckham Team lost a good man this past weekend. Chris was always a pleasure to work with and he always had a smile on his face. When I would see him in the mornings he would always make a point to tell me good morning with this big smile that could brighten everybodies day. We love and we will miss you Chris. Our heavens received a beautiful angel.

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531 N State St., Alma, MI 48801

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14

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531 N State St., Alma, MI 48801

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15

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Nativity of the Lord Parish

Alma, MI

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