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Kenneth Johnston Obituary
Born in Providence, Ken was the son of Maureen (Doherty) Johnston and the late Raymond H. Johnston. He enjoyed being with his family and friends.
A lifelong resident of Pawtucket, Ken was a graduate of St. Raphael Academy. A member of the Pawtucket F.O.P.A and a former Elk, he had worked security for over 15 years at T.F. Green Airport and had also worked for the Pawtucket Red Sox, along with Gillette Stadium and East Side Cleaning. For the last year, he was a supervisor for Manhattan Housing of East Providence; at the same time he owned and operated Immaculate Cleaning and Snow Removal.
Besides his mother, he leaves a son, Kenneth M. Johnston Jr.; three brothers, Raymond Jr. (Donna Johnston), Paul and Michael Johnston; all from Pawtucket, and two sisters, Laurie Boisclair and predeceased husband David Boisclair of Lincoln, along with Kerrin and her husband William Mitchell from Seekonk, and many cousins, nieces, nephews and grandniece and nephew. He is also survived by his former wife Michelle Johnston and mother-in-law Victoria Morin, both of Pawtucket; and two sister-in laws; Kristen Loven and Lisa Wilson, along with her husband Christopher, both of Warwick.
His funeral and burial will be private. Arrangements by the Costigan-O'Neill Funeral Home. www.oneillfuneralhomes.com
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November 10, 2018
It's not enough. Still remembering...The River. Such an awesome time. We all know, everyone there knows. The best of what life is all about. It was great. The River, anyone who was there knows.
Mike Tessier
January 7, 2018
The good old days partying in The woods the pines summers in the hot woods ten mile high. Fast times
December 29, 2017
The River...Ken, Jim, Paul, Emmett, Don, Joe, Bill, Bob, Sid, Ray, Kurt. Best memories, RIP
John and Bethany Norris
December 21, 2017
Our deepest condolences to the Johnston family. Saints alumn 1983&1984
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Krista and Mickey Beattie
December 20, 2017
Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Please know that although we are far apart, we are near in heart. May the sweet memories bring you comfort. Kris and Mickey Beattie and Family.
Lee and Lou Giglietti
December 19, 2017
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Ken. May your fondest memories help you all through this difficult time. Keeping you all in our prayers.
Bruce Moreau
December 19, 2017
Taken much too early. Condolences to the Johnston family. Many fond memories growing up with Ken. R.I.P. my friend.
Sheila Malloy-Hayes
December 19, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for everyone!
Ed Malloy
December 18, 2017
Remember crossing Johnstons bridge heading into the woods.many fond memories of kenny and the johnston family. Rip kenny.love ed Malloy.
Eleanor Mello
December 18, 2017
With a heavy heart I was sadden to hear the passing of Kenneth, MY sincere condolences to the Johnston family.
Eleanor Mello
December 18, 2017
With a heavy heart I was sadden to hear the passing of Kenneth, MY sincere condolences to the Johnston family.
Ed Carr
December 17, 2017
Wishing the Johnston family all the best in this difficult time. RIP Kenny.
Jacki Senecal-Norman
December 16, 2017
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your brother, son, husband, as hard as it is just be grateful that you had Ken in your lives and try to remember all the good times, always keep him in your heart and know that he will always be a part of you, so sorry for your loss
Diane Senecal-Gau
December 16, 2017
Keeping the Johnston family in my thoughts and sending you all my deepest condolences.
James Malloy
December 15, 2017
Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to the Johnston family. Ken was a great man and he will truly be missed. Ken was my best friend in the whole world and by today's lingo we would call him my BFF .I will truly miss him but I know his suffering is over and he is he is with Jesus in Heaven. Someday I will see you again in Heaven till then rest in peace Ken Love Jim Malloy
Michelle Johnston
December 15, 2017
I am so very sorry for your loss. Ken was a very caring and loving man. He was a great Dad and also a great husband. Ken Jr., Johnston, Boisclair, and Mitchell families, I send my deepest condolences to you all. I'll keep you all in my prayers.
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