Albert Johnston

1927-2011

Albert Johnston
Unexpectedly, at Charlotte County Hospital, St. Stephen NB on December 16, 2011, Mr. Albert Johnston, husband of the late Mrs. Edith (Anthony) Johnston of Utopia NB. Born at DeWolfe NB on March 7, 1927, he was a son of the late George Willard and Vivian Florence (Hatt) Johnston. A loving father, grandfather and brother he is survived by five sons; Howard (Wanda) Johnston of Tiverton NS, Graham (Joanne) Johnston of St. Stephen NB, Donald (Helena) Johnston of Moncton NB, Gordie (Melina) Johnston of Back Bay NB and David (Kim) Johnston of Saint John NB, two daughters; Rose (George) Reyna of Boston MA and Ellen (Laurie) Leavitt of Salisbury NB, several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren, seven siblings and many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his wife, Edith, he was predeceased by one daughter, Joyce Leavitt and by two sons; Albert “Sonny” Johnston and Raymond Johnston.

Prior to his retirement, Albert worked in the Construction Industry and was also previously employed as a Mechanic for Connors Bros. in Blacks Harbour for many years. He was an avid outdoorsmen who loved hunting, especially Moose and also enjoy fishing. In his later years he loved to spend time in the shop keeping busy with his hands. He will be missed by all his loving family and wonderful friends.

Resting at the St. George Funeral Home & Crematorium (755-3533) 26 Portage Street, St. George NB from where the service will be held from the Gary E. Waycott Memorial Chapel on Sunday at 2 pm with Rev. Gordon Cooke officiating followed by the interment at the St. George Rural Cemetery. Visiting at the funeral home will take place on Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm and on Sunday from 10 am until Noon. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Charlotte County Cancer Society or to a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family.