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ESTHER JOHNSTON
Date of Passing: Apr 17, 2020
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ESTHER JOHNSTON
1925 - 2020
She will be deeply missed by her husband of 73 years, Al Johnston; her sons, Ken (Janice) and Wayne; grandchildren, Melissa, Cheryl (Vincenzo), Barry, Brian (Stacy) and Alan (Nancy); and five great-grandchildren. Esther was predeceased by her three brothers and three sisters.
She attended Sacred Heart School, where she learned French and English. She had to leave school after Grade 10 to help the family financially, and worked in a sewing factory making drapes. Esther met Al through a friend and they really hit it off. They soon married, and had two boys. She was primarily a stay at home Mom. She took care of the family preparing tasty meals, sewing fashionable clothes, and giving moral support whenever it was needed. Her hobbies were crocheting, knitting, sewing and making ceramics. She and Al had travelled to Acapulco, and did family road trips with the boys.
Everyone liked Esther for her calm, easy going lucky demeanour. She was naturally happy and liked the simple things in life. She loved to dance, and knew all of the dances of the 1940s and 1950s like the jitterbug, swing and the jive. Esther also enjoyed five pin bowling. She learned to swim in her 50s at the YMCA. Esther loved animals, and always had a dog. For many years, she and Al enjoyed going to Morden's Meadows, where they had a nice mobile home and made many wonderful friends there. She loved watching her favourite shows on TV; The Price is Right, The Lawrence Welk Show, Wheel of Fortune, and The Young and the Restless.
Our family would like to thank all of the wonderful, dedicated staff at Middlechurch Home. Every one of the workers were very kind to her, and they often could be seen giving her a hug or a kiss. They said she was one of the sweet ones. A special thank you to Peter Nawrot, the social worker at Middlechurch Home. When he heard Mom was not doing well, he got in touch with a local priest, Paul Patrick, who came over right away and said prayers for her.
Cremation has taken place, and according to her wishes there will be no formal service.
www.voyagefuneralhomes.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 25, 2020
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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I am SO very sorry to read of Esther's passing, Al. You were a true friend to my parents and i will never ever forget your giving me my first Marconi radio or the heartfelt card you sent me when my mother passed five years ago. Jarrett is living in the family home and to this day, we have not truly been able to accept that she in no longer with us to guide us. You are truly one of a kind. Wrap yourself in your sweet memories and all the great times you shared with Esther. I hope your children will add to that comfort as well. May you receive the comfort you have given others your whole life. XO - Posted by: Lana Thiessen-Storey (family friend of Al and Esther) on: Apr 25, 2020
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Andy and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. Auntie Esther was a quiet and kind person who always had a smile and hug for everyone. My Mom and I used to stop by once in a while to visit and there was always a welcoming open door with cookies and tea. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. - Posted by: Gerry and Andy Nytepchuk (Auntie Esther was my mom's (Celine) sister and I am Ken and Wayne's cousin) on: Apr 25, 2020
