Celebrating the life of
Keith W. Johnston
January 15, 1939 - December 11, 2010
Keith Watkins Johnston, 71, died Saturday, December 11, 2010 in Savannah, GA.
Mr. Johnston was born on January 15, 1939 in Toledo, OH, the son of the late Washington W. and Nellie Doyle Johnston. Keith was a graduate of Hamilton Township High School in Lockbourne, OH and received his formal education from Miami University, earning his Bachelors Degree in 1961.
In addition to his parents Mr. Johnston was preceded in death by his sister, Rita Johnston and brother, Glenn Johnston. He is survived by his sons, David Johnston of Aspen, CO, Christopher Johnston of Cincinnati, OH and Gregory Johnston and wife Stasha Foley Johnston of Chicago, IL; sister, Janet Plummer and husband David of St. Louis, MO; former wife, Bonnie Sollars Johnston-Miller of Mason, OH and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will take place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Mr. Johnston's memory to your local library.
Janusry 22 was your day Keith. You would have been very proud of your sons. They planned a great service and party afterward in your honor. The banner with your picture on it took over one end of O'Ryans. Here I am telling you this, and you may be saying, 'I know.'. I did request that amazing grace be played with the same arrangement as we heard at mom's service. so beutiful. I miss you.
- janet plummer, st. louis, MO
HAPPY BIRTHDAY KEITH.
- janet plummer, st. louis, MO
You will forever be in my heart. You were my best friend and companion. I think of you, and you still make me smile. Rest well my friend. I will always miss you.
- jeannine stefano, Hilton Head, SC
Merry Christmas Keith. Miss our calls. Miss you
- janet plummer, St. Louis, MO
I went to school with Keith from 1st grade Obetz, through 12th grade Hamilton High. Over the years we spent lots of time laughing, and hanging out doing what kids do. It was a real shock to get the message of his death since I had just heard from him in an email. I will always have fond memories of him.
- Margaret Perry, Lewis Center, OH
Some of my best childhood memories revolve around visiting Keith & his family - he was always lively and interesting to me and I will not forget him. Many blessings to the Johnston and Plummer families and may your hearts mend and your memories keep forever
- Scott Hill, Carlsbad, NM
You will be missed Uncle Keith,so glad we have such good memories from Oct.
- Beth Friday, St Louis, MO
May God Bless.
- Robert B. Shuler, Hillsboro, OH
I will cherish my memories of Uncle Keith so much and feel so blessed to have been able to see him in October. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Johnson and Plummer families during this difficult time.
- Laura Acker, Dallas, TX
Uncle Keith, you are forever etched in my mind. I have fond memories of visiting with the Johnstons as a kid, and Uncle Keith was always very kind to me. He called me 'Matter'......which I guess I kind of am.
- Matt Hill, Dallas, TX
Uncle Keith.......Thanks for sharing so much with me. Gone but never for forgotten.
- Kevin Helsel, St. Louis, MO
Goodbye little brother. I will miss you terribly. Take note: I can write short messages.
- Janet Plummer, St. Louis, MO
Keith will live on in our greatest gift...three devoted sons.
- Bonnie Johnston Miller, Mason, OH
Uncle Keith always made me smile--I will miss him.
- Nancy Plummer Roman, Mobile, AL
I am crying for family opportunities lost for Keith's children, sister Janet and for regretful me. Cousins Keith and Bonnie were always very gracious and happy with us so many years ago. I so very much love the 'Down Home' drawing from Bonnie. I see it now as it hangs right here in my office at home. Blessings and love to you all. Bill and I hope to see you in Worthington. Nancy and Bill Cowles
- Nancy Cowles Buller, Overland Park, KS
A TRUE FRIEND, CARING, PROTECTIVE, SINCERE. I AM HAPPY AND GRATEFUL TO HAVE KNOWN YOU AND I THANK YOU FOR ALL THE ADVICE YOU HAVE GIVEN ME OVER THE YEARS! I WILL SURE MISS TALKING TO YOU, MY USA DAD! YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. MAY YOUR SOUL REST IN PEACE SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY
- RODICA STULEANEC, ,
I feel like my life has been enriched by knowing Keith. He has always managed to bring a smile to my face, no matter what. I know that Keith is at peace with our Heavenly Father. Hope they can understand his jokes up there!
- Norma Burns, Orangeburg, SC
Janusry 22 was your day Keith. You would have been very proud of your sons. They planned a great service and party afterward in your honor. The banner with your picture on it took over one end of O'Ryans. Here I am telling you this, and you may be saying, 'I know.'. I did request that amazing grace be played with the same arrangement as we heard at mom's service. so beutiful. I miss you.
- janet plummer, st. louis, MO
HAPPY BIRTHDAY KEITH.
- janet plummer, st. louis, MO
You will forever be in my heart. You were my best friend and companion. I think of you, and you still make me smile. Rest well my friend. I will always miss you.
- jeannine stefano, Hilton Head, SC
Merry Christmas Keith. Miss our calls. Miss you
- janet plummer, St. Louis, MO
I went to school with Keith from 1st grade Obetz, through 12th grade Hamilton High. Over the years we spent lots of time laughing, and hanging out doing what kids do. It was a real shock to get the message of his death since I had just heard from him in an email. I will always have fond memories of him.
- Margaret Perry, Lewis Center, OH
Some of my best childhood memories revolve around visiting Keith & his family - he was always lively and interesting to me and I will not forget him. Many blessings to the Johnston and Plummer families and may your hearts mend and your memories keep forever
- Scott Hill, Carlsbad, NM
You will be missed Uncle Keith,so glad we have such good memories from Oct.
- Beth Friday, St Louis, MO
May God Bless.
- Robert B. Shuler, Hillsboro, OH
I will cherish my memories of Uncle Keith so much and feel so blessed to have been able to see him in October. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Johnson and Plummer families during this difficult time.
- Laura Acker, Dallas, TX
Uncle Keith, you are forever etched in my mind. I have fond memories of visiting with the Johnstons as a kid, and Uncle Keith was always very kind to me. He called me 'Matter'......which I guess I kind of am.
- Matt Hill, Dallas, TX
Uncle Keith.......Thanks for sharing so much with me. Gone but never for forgotten.
- Kevin Helsel, St. Louis, MO
Goodbye little brother. I will miss you terribly. Take note: I can write short messages.
- Janet Plummer, St. Louis, MO
Keith will live on in our greatest gift...three devoted sons.
- Bonnie Johnston Miller, Mason, OH
Uncle Keith always made me smile--I will miss him.
- Nancy Plummer Roman, Mobile, AL
I am crying for family opportunities lost for Keith's children, sister Janet and for regretful me. Cousins Keith and Bonnie were always very gracious and happy with us so many years ago. I so very much love the 'Down Home' drawing from Bonnie. I see it now as it hangs right here in my office at home. Blessings and love to you all. Bill and I hope to see you in Worthington. Nancy and Bill Cowles
- Nancy Cowles Buller, Overland Park, KS
A TRUE FRIEND, CARING, PROTECTIVE, SINCERE. I AM HAPPY AND GRATEFUL TO HAVE KNOWN YOU AND I THANK YOU FOR ALL THE ADVICE YOU HAVE GIVEN ME OVER THE YEARS! I WILL SURE MISS TALKING TO YOU, MY USA DAD! YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. MAY YOUR SOUL REST IN PEACE SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY
- RODICA STULEANEC, ,
I feel like my life has been enriched by knowing Keith. He has always managed to bring a smile to my face, no matter what. I know that Keith is at peace with our Heavenly Father. Hope they can understand his jokes up there!
- Norma Burns, Orangeburg, SC
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
