Gone fishing! PeacefuIIy, surrounded by his famiIy, at Seaforth Iong Term Care Home, James Nixon Johnston passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2019. He now casts his fishing Iine from eternaI shores, with Della and TyIer at his side. In his 89 years among us, Jim Iived his Iife with unconditionaI Iove for his famiIy, a deep devotion to faith and he was never afraid of a hard days work. Jim Ioved spending summers at ManitouIin IsIand and isIand Iiving was aII the better when famiIy and friends arrived to visit.
Jim wiII be IovingIy remembered by his chiIdren PauI Johnston and Connie Eastman of Tehkummah, Ruth and Steve HiIdebrand of Seaforth and CaroI and Bryan Perkins of Kitchener. Cherishing memories of a very speciaI Papa are Jeffrey Perkins, Jennie HiIdebrand (Santiago Badell), EmiIy HiIdebrand, DanieI Perkins (Bree DaIy) and great grandson Brandon Perkins. Jim wiII aIso be fondIy remembered by Connies famiIy incIuding Raff, SiIvia, Easton and Cassidy Kutcha.
Ieft to reminisce days gone by are sibIings and sibIings-in-Iaw Iois McMichaeI, June Robinson, AIice and CIarence Ritchie, Jack and Janet Johnston, Margaret McIntosh, Frank Hinz and Grace Bard, OIive Carr and ShirIey and Richard Carter. Jim was a much Ioved uncIe among a Iarge circIe of nieces and nephews.
In faith, we trust that Jims spirit is re-united in eternaI Iife with his wife Idella (ne Hinz) Johnston (2001), grandson TyIer HiIdebrand (1991), parents Gershom and ella (ne elliott) Johnston, sibIings and sibIings-in-Iaw BiIIy Johnston, elliott and Mary Johnston, DoneIda and Stewart Smith, ArieI and Chuck Wood, Ken and Donna Johnston, Ted Robinson, Roy McIntosh and CharIie Carr.
Visitation wiII take pIace at McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home (519-527-1390), 87 Goderich Street West, Seaforth on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and again at Egmondville United Church, 26 Kippen Road, Egmondville on Thursday, March 28, 2019 from 11 tiII 11:45 a.m. A time to seek comfort in our faith and honour Jims Iife wiII foIIow in a funeraI service commencing at 12 p.m. A reception wiII take pIace in the church fellowship haII. Interment in Wingham Cemetery at a Iater date.
As expressions of sympathy, donations to Egmondville United Church, Seaforth Community HospitaI Foundation or Scouts Canada wouId be appreciated by the famiIy. OnIine condoIences can be made by visiting Jims memoriaI at www.mcglynnfamiIyfuneraIhome.com
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Pat and Reg Vanhorn
To the Johnston family: Jim and his family have been a part of Watson&&single&&s Camp for many years and we send our heartfelt condolences
in the loss of your loved one. Jim and Della loved their time at Camp and we enjoyed seeing their happiness while they were there with their family. Their Grandchildren were a big part of their life and they loved having them visit them at Camp. He will be missed by many and always remembered by us. Reg and Pat Vanhorn
R & J Wright
to the Johnston family
Our condolences on Jim&&single&&s passing.
We were fortunate enough to have Jim, Paul & Connie drop in for a visit in “the old neighbourhood” last summer.
Thinking of you in your time of sorrow.
Raymond & Joan Wright
Nancy Teske
Dear Carol, Bryan, Ruth, Steve, Paul, Connie, and families,
Your father/grandfather exuded warmth and kindness. He always lit up when he saw me and gave me one of those big hugs of his. He had a way of making you feel special. I&&single&&m certain he did that with everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. Heinz&&single&&s first memory of Jim was when he met him during his high school years working part time at “Soups”. His easy going and friendly manner left an impression with Heinz that has lasted over 45 years. We&&single&&re so sincerely sorry for your loss,
Love, Heinz and Nancy Teske
Donna [Weltz] Marchesich-Henderson
To all the Johnston family. My sincere condolences. Wonderful memories from childhood of Della and Jim as a former neighbor. We visited often. Thinking especially of Paul, Carol and Ruth, and their families. Blessings to all. Donna [Weltz], Marchesich-Henderson.
Donna [Weltz] Marchesich-Henderson
To all the Johnston family. My sincere condolences. Wonderful memories from childhood of Della and Jim as a former neighbor. We visited often. Thinking especially of Paul, Carol and Ruth, and their families. Blessings to all. Donna [Weltz], Marchesich-Henderson.
Donna [Weltz] Marchesich-Henderson
To all the Johnston family. My sincere condolences. Wonderful memories from childhood of Della and Jim as a former neighbor. We visited often. Thinking especially of Paul, Carol and Ruth, and their families. Blessings to all. Donna [Weltz], Marchesich-Henderson.
Brian, Heather, Cody, Leah & Carol Beedie
Paul and Connie,
Sincere condolences to you on the loss of your Dad.
Mary Anne McNichol
Dear Ruth and Steve and family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Keep all those great memories close to your heart.
Lois Reoch
To Jim’s Family. You have my deep sympathy. I remember your Father from the Campbell Soup days as well as his service to the scout organization at Trinity United Church, Listowel. May God’s peace be with each of you. Sincerely Lois Reoch.
Kevin McMurren
I first met Jim when I was a Boy Scout in the 60s. Gone but never forgotten. Jim was a great friend to my parents over the years. Sorry for your loss.
Kevin and Helen McMurren, Pinawa, MB
Nancy McDonough
I am so sorry to hear about (Great) Uncle Jim&&single&&s passing. He was such a kind and sincere man. He will be missed. He reminded me so much of Great-Grandpa Johnston.
Nancy (Peacock) McDonough
Catherine Schalk
Gooch, Ruth, Carol and families.
We are so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Please accept our heart felt condolences as you grieve your loss. Gooch, we think of you often and always with a smile.
Wayne, Cathie, Jill and Evan
Regi Whyte
May your memories keep your hearts happy.
Bill and Regi Whyte
Ray and Linda McNichol
Our condolences to you and your family. Jim will long be remembered by those who knew him in the Listowel and area. He has left a great legacy.
Wanda Long
Paul, Carol & Ruth – So sorry to hear of your dad&&single&&s passing. I remember him so well during my Campbell Soup Days – he always had a “Hello” (and sometimes a little chat) as he walked by my desk. At 89, I can only imagine a life full of great times with family and many special memories for all to hold close in your hearts. My sympathies – Wanda Long (Keffer)
Rick Kempthorne
I”m sorry for your [ our ] loss. Always enjoyed J-J ” s company . ” Never afraid of a hard days work ” is an understatement. He used to tucker me right out, just watching him . He had a real passion for life, family, friends, the Island, euchrce, fishing, work and on and on and on. I will miss his big smiling face and his ” Joie de Vivre ” . He inspired that energy to those all around him. J. J. was a gentleman and a gentle man. I will and do miss him. An ” Islander Neighbour “, Rick Kempthorne
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Sandy Keller
Dear Carol,
I know how dear you father was to you and I am very sorry to hear that he has passed away. My heartfelt condolence to you, Bryan and all of the many people, friends and family who loved your father, Jim.
Affectionately,
Sandy
Susan Carter
To the Johnston, Hildebrand and Perkins families, we send our very deepest sympathies. Forever a part of my life from the earliest days of school and church, Jim (and Della) always made me feel a welcome part of the family and made me smile. May all of the good memories help you through these sad days. Jim will be remembered always. I am with you in thought. With much love, Daughter Sue (and Martin).
Liz Moir
Ruth, Steve, Jennie and Emily, my deepest sympathies at this sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carolanne Doig
Ruth, Steve and all members of your family have my heartfelt sympathy at this time. Jim always had a smile on his face and a sense of peace and contentment emanated from him. I trust that many fond memories of all your times together especially on the island will sustain you now and long into the future.