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John “Jack” Johnston
03/08/1929 — 01/20/2015
From Richland, Washington | Born in Minneapolis, MN
John “Jack” Johnston
John “Jack” Johnston
Richland, WA
Jack passed from this earth to heaven to meet his Lord Jesus Christ on January 20, 2015. Jack was at home in Richland, surrounded by family, when he lost his long and valiant battle with cancer. He was 85 years old.
Jack was born in Minneapolis, MN on March 8, 1929. During his childhood, his extended family lived nearby and he enjoyed sharing stories about those early years. In 1943, his parents, and their sons, Jack and his brother Glenn, moved to Richland. Jack was a class of 1947 Richland High School graduate. Jack served in the US Army from 1951-53 and was stationed at the Presido in San Francisco. He worked in the nuclear industry as a construction engineer for many years
On September 1, 1959, Jack married Margaret
Habbinga of George, IA. The couple met
in church and were deeply committed Christians throughout their lives. They
were members of the Lord of Life Lutheran Church. Having a fondness for music, over the years
Jack participated in church choirs and in the Richland Light Opera. In his adult years, Jack enjoyed bowling and
playing softball. Jack was also a
skilled bridge player.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Laura Johnston, and his brother Glenn Johnston. Jack leaves behind his wife Margaret of 55 years. He is survived by 3 children, Lydia Johnston of Spokane; Deborah (Dave) Romine of Benton City, and Mark (Lisa) Johnston of Overland Park, KS. Jack loved his 6 grandchildren: Jeffrey, Michael (Maggie), Tonya (Ken), Jasmine (Brigham), Jack, and Nicholas and 4 great-grandchildren: Andrew, Serenity-Fey, Isabella, and Jayce. He is also survived by brother-in-law Marvin Habbinga of George, IA, sister-in-law Gerry Johnston of Auburn, WA, and numerous nephews and nieces.
A memorial service will be held at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 640 N. Columbia Center Blvd, Kennewick, on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 3:00pm followed by a reception at the church for friends and family. A private inurnment for family is scheduled. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation can be made to the hospice provider The Chaplaincy, 1480 Fowler St. Richland, WA 99352.
Aunt Margaret, Debbie, Lydia, Mark & families,
We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Jack’s passing. He will be greatly missed. We pray that God will comfort you all during this sad time.
We send extra thoughts to you Aunt Margaret, as you’ve learned about Uncle Kenny’s passing also. We can’t imagine your sadness. Please know we love you & pray for you continually.
Darrell & Traci Habbinga & Family
We miss you dad but know that you are walking with Jesus. We love you, Deb and Dave
Grandpa,
I have really enjoyed the time that I have got to spend with you and Grandma! Thank you for being so awesome and always being there for me and Nick!
Dear Margaret and all the family,
I am doing my part to honor Jack by watching the boys while Lisa and Mark can be there with you all. I know Jack will be remembered for his true faith and love of Jesus Christ. What more can be said for his love of family. I am with you in spirit today. Love, Judy
Dad I know you are with God now. Mom says you are singing with the choir. I love you and will miss you so much!
Lydia
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