At Bluewater Rest Home, Zurich, on Wednesday, December 14, 2010, Marguerite Helen (Wright) Johnston, formerly of Zurich, passed away in her 91st year.Beloved wife of the late Ross (Tubby) Johnston (1987). Loving mother of Bob and Carol Johnston of Zurich, Elizabeth and Bob Merner of Zurich and Carol and Rick Borden of R. R. 2 Zurich. Loving grandmother of Paul and Lynn Johnston, Mark and Joanne Johnston, Marty and Lisa Merner, Kathy and Mark McLlwain, Jeff Hoffman, Randy and Dianne Hoffman and Terry Hoffman and great-grandmother of Evan and McKenzie Johnston, Brandon and Meghan Johnston, Cody, Tyler and Lindsay Merner, Carter and Jackson McLlwain, Ryan and Haley Hoffman, Cory and Kayla Hoffman and Courtney and Taylor Hoffman. Dear sister and sister-in-law of June Keller, Marjorie Hunter, Doris Ellerington, Barbara and Norm Whiting, Donna and Gord Sutcliffe and Shirley and Elwood Truemner. Sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews. Margie will long be remembered for her hospitality at the Zurich Hotel and her famous pies. Predeceased by her parents William and Lena (Mason) Wright, brothers Stewart Wright, Doug Wright and Ted Wright and sisters Edna Penhale and Marion Walters.
Visitation in the J. M. McBeath Funeral Home, 49 Goshen St. N., Zurich on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service will be conducted on Friday, December 17, 2010 at 11 a.m. Pastor Nadine Schroeder-Krantz officiating . Interment Emmanuel United Cemetery, Zurich.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Bluewater Rest Home Building Fund or the BCDF Zurich Arena Fund.
JOHNSTON: (Wright) Maguerite Helen formerly of Zurich
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Haskett Funeral Homes
Condolence From: Don and Joyce Kirk We are very sorry to hear of the loss of a great LADY. These few lines come to mind as I think of her.
“I send you all a special gift from my heavenly home above: My Undying Love!
So have a Merry Christmas and wipe away that tear.
Remember, I’m spending Christmas with Jesus this year!” (and Tubby, too)
Condolence From: Randy and Lynda
Tootie and Carol and family we are so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. While Tootie worked with us we were so fortunate to hear such wonderful stories of this remarkable lady. I loved it when she called to speak to Tootie! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time.
Condolence From: Ron And June Corriveau
Bob, Tootie, Carol and the entire Johnston family:
We were saddened to here of your Mom’s passing this week, I hope it’s a comfort to know that she had many years of good heath and life in a Community where she was one of the best liked and admired people I knew. I’m sure that most people of our generation would feel the same way.
Ron and June
Condolence From: Jack & Marie Bannon
Dear Tootie, Bob and family:
So sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing Tootie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sincerely, Jack & Marie Bannon
Condolence From: Doug & Audrey Meidinger
Our deepest sympathy to all the Johnston family in the passing of your mom, grandmother and great-grandmother.
She was great lady and has left all of you and anyone who knew her with many fond memories.
Condolence From: Claire and Winona Hoffman
To all the family of Mrs Johnston,
Our heart and prayers go out to you at this sad time.God Bless.
The Zurich Hotel was a awesome place to eat .
Condolences from Dave Frayne
To all the family.
I recall many fine meals in Zurich with my parents and enjoying the desserts.
I know that some of the pie recipes are being carried on and I wish for you all to cherish your memories.
Condolence From: Evelyn McLean
Dear Tootie and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May your many memories give you strength now and in the days ahead. When we lived in Bayview, Don especially enjoyed your Mom’s chocolate pies on a regular basis.
Sincerely, Ev McLean
Condolence From: Jeff & Martha O’Brien
Bob & Carol, Bob & Elizabeth, Carol & Rick, grandchildren & great grandchildren,
Martha and I were sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. I will always have fond memories of your Mom whenever I encounter a dutch apple pie – though none can compare to hers. I once read that a mother’s greatest achievement is in the raising of her family, and through knowing you Jack, Tootie and Carol, its easy to see she did a wonderful job. My sympathy goes out to all of you during this difficult time.
Jeff & Martha
Condolence From: Sharon and Ted Sanders
Dear Tootie and Bob and all the Johnston family,
We were saddened to read about your mother’s death in today’s LFP. She was a remarkable woman and well known for her hard work ethics and kindnesses to all. As you are remembering your mother, hold tight to your memories and know that you are being thought of with sympathy and caring at this time.
Condolence From: Ron And June Corriveau
Condolence: Bob, Tootie, Carol and the entire Johnston family:
We were saddened to here of your Mom’s passing this week, I hope it’s a comfort to know that she had many years of good heath and life in a Community where she was one of the best liked and admired people I knew. I’m sure that most people of our generation would feel the same way.
Ron and June
Friday December 17, 2010
Condolence From: Jack & Marie Bannon
Condolence: Dear Tootie, Bob and family:
So sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing Tootie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sincerely, Jack & Marie Bannon
Condolence From: Evelyn McLean
Dear Tootie and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May your many memories give you strength now and in the days ahead. When we lived in Bayview, Don especially enjoyed your Mom’s chocolate pies on a regular basis.
Sincerely, Ev McLean
Condolence From: Sharon and Ted Sanders
Condolence: Dear Tootie and Bob and all the Johnston family,
We were saddened to read about your mother’s death in today’s LFP. She was a remarkable woman and well known for her hard work ethics and kindnesses to all. As you are remembering your mother, hold tight to your memories and know that you are being thought of with sympathy and caring at this time.
Condolence From: Tania and Dennis Crawford
Granny J will be smiling so proudly at you all right now while resting with her love. Our sincere condolences to you all. Tania, Dennis, Brent and Chad
Condolence From: Ron and Dianne Ducharme
The Johnston Family Our deepest sympathy goes out to you at this very sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Your mom, mother inlaw, and grandma was a very nice lady and sure knew how to bake pies. Ron and Dianne Ducharme.
Condolence From: Matt, Kayla, Madison, Trinity and Haliegh Morningstar
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. Aunt Marg will be missed.
Condolence From: George Brunton
Condolence: Our sincere sympathy to the family of Mrs. Johnston. She is one of Zurich’s notable people. Her delicious pies were as famous as the Zurich Bean Festival. It was always a pleasure to speak with her while purchasing several pies during Summers in Grand Bend or many visits to Zurich and area. There was no doubt about her strong work ethic and pride in producing excellent baked goods. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and the community mourning the loss of this great lady. Sincerely George & Kay Brunton and Family.
Condolence From: Willi & Waynne Charlton
Bob, Tootie, Carol and families: Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel. Hold tight to memories for comfort, and they will give you strength. Peace, Prayers and Blessings Willi & Waynne Charlton Tucson AZ
Condolence From: Paul & Joan Ducharme
Condolence: We extend our condolences to all of you in the loss of Mom What a great women she was and an example you are so proud of. All our love and prayers is extended too.
Condolence From: Don & Charlene Oesch
Condolence: To Marg’s family – Our deepest sympathy in the passing of your mom. Marg was always a pleasure to be with, and she will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Condolence From: Evelyn Steckle Vincent
Condolence: To the JOhnston family, Sincere sympathy in your great loss. Marguerite was a good person and will be missed. Thinking of each of you.
Condolence From: Shirley(Oesch)Erb
Condolence: To Marg’s Family Marg was truly an amazing lady. Many times I wondered how she did it. Up so early in the morning preparing all her pies and preparing for that days meals. Plus all the other chores she had. Wonderful Memories I cherish Marg of you and Tubby. You will be truly missed.
Condolence From: Gar and Carol Baker
Condolence: Your whole family will have wonderful memories of this special Mom, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother. We will always remember her kind and gentle spirit, as well as her great sense of humour. It was our privilege to have known her. Gar and Carol Baker.
Condolence From: Julie Knoblauch-Heimrich
Condolence: Sending many hugs and warm thoughts to all of the Johnston family at this sad time. Thinking of you all, Julie & Mark, Sarah, Scott and Spencer
Conddolence From: Jamie, Lindsay, and Skye Clarke
Our deepest condolences go out to everyone—you will be missed!
Condolence From: Don & Alice Masse
Johnston Family Our sincere condolences to you all . Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Don & Alice Masse
Condolence From: Marlene and Rick Thornton
Rick and I would like you to know that we are thinking of you at this time. Our sincere condolences and prayers are sent to you and your family. We pray that God will comfort you. Marlene and Rick Thornton