William George Johnston

William George Johnston obituary, Duncan, BC

William George Johnston

William Johnston Obituary

Published by H.W. Wallace Cremation and Burial Centre from Oct. 9 to Oct. 11, 2013.
JOHNSTON, William George . Passed away peacefully at the Cowichan District Hospital on Friday, October 4, 2013. Born in Rouleau, Saskatchewan on April 12, 1927 to George H. and Janet Johnston. He moved to PEI when he was 8 yrs. Old. He was predeceased by his wife Christina, one brother and one sister. He is survived by his good friend Marge, sister Jean and many nieces and nephews. Bill came to the Island when his uncle tolf him to move here to find work. He worked for Hillcrest then WF 1 in Youbou until its closure. Bill was an ardent Bridge player and played at least a couple of times a week. He also enjoyed woodworking. No service by request. Online condolences may be offered at www.hwwallacecbc.com




This obituary was originally published in the Cowichan Valley Citizen (Duncan, BC).

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