Member Valley Chapter No. 297, O.E.S., Caledon East
Edna Johnston (nee Wilson) passed away peacefully at home on Friday, August 1, 2014, at the age of 88 years. She lived her long and wonderful life to the fullest with Jim, her beloved husband of 65 years, by her side. Loving mother of Paul and Betty Johnston, Sheila and David Lewis. Proud grandmother of Lynnette Johnston and Paul Gray, Karen Lewis and Bernard Tobin, Teresa Johnston and Tony Comella, Sabrina and Michael Eels, Ed Lewis and Erin Peck, Pauline and Brian Wilson. Adored Nana to Jonathan, Travis, Alexis, Gloria, Hilary, Jerad, Abigail, Liam, Bridget, Madden and Ryder. Edna is survived by her sisters Jean and Don Armstrong, Norene and Jack Judge. She is predeceased by her parents Irene and Nelson Wilson and her siblings Harold, Lorne, Ilda, Gordon and Olive. Edna will be greatly missed by her family and her many friends at cards, the Outdoor Resorts of Orlando and fellow TwinSeas campers.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) Monday evening 7 – 9, Tuesday afternoon 2 – 4 and evening 7 – 9 o’clock. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday, August 6 at 2 o’clock. Interment Providence Cemetery, Caledon East. Eastern Star service will be held Tuesday evening at 7 o’clock. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 522 University Avenue, Toronto M5G 2R5, or Providence Cemetery, c/o Mr. Grant Sherman, 13595 Torbram Road, Caledon L7C 2T7 or a charity of your choice. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Wayne and Erin Winson (Dicks)
Johnston and Lewis families, so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Nana. I have so many fond memories of Edna – strawberry picking, swimming in the pool after, fun times in Florida. Hugs to all – rest in peace!
Maria Bruno
My deepest sympathy to Edna’s family. God’s Blessings to Edna and her family.
Stephanie Crisp
Paul, Betty, Lynnette and Paul, Teresa and Tony, Pauline and Mike,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother and Grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Stephanie Crisp, Nick, McKenna and Delaney
Roy & Edna Wright
Our deepest condolences to you Jim; and families of
Paul & Betty; Shelia & David and all the great grandchildren.
Remember all the good times , also too the love she had for everyone.
Roy & Edna.
Ron & Nancy Locking
Jim, Paul & Betty, Dave & Sheila & Family,
Sorry to hear of Edna’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences during this difficult time. May your happy memories comfort you.
Sincerely,
Ron & Nancy Locking (Richardson)
Mildred Moon & Family
Sheila,Dave ,Ed and Erin and Families
In your sorrow may each kindness,each word,each memory
be a gentle comfort.
We hope you know that you are in our thoughts.
With Deepest Sympathy.
Mildred Moon & Family.
Donna & Frank Duck
Sorry to hear of your Family’s loss. We are thinking of all the good times and your family at this sad time.
Donna & Art Dawson
We were quite surprised to hear of Edna’s passing as we had seen Jim quite recently.We always knew where they lived but really got to know them playing cards & I must say you had to be having a good day to beat Edna as she certainly had it all figured out.
We would like to express our condolences to Jim and family.I am sure all the happy memories of Edna will be endless as she was a great lady.
May she rest in peace.
Gladys Fieldhouse
Extending sympathy to Jim, Paul & Betty and Sheila & David. The support of family, friends, and community will help you get through the days ahead. You have many happy memories and they will come flooding back to embrace you.
Pat Halko
My condolences to the Johnson family on the recent passing of Edna. May her memory be eternal.
Christina Leslie & Peter Kent
Our deepest condolences to Edna’s family at the very difficult time.
She was a lovely lady with a great smile and a wonderful laugh.
I can remember working at Palletts apple orchard with Edna and doing 4H projects in her kitchen.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barbara Cunnington
Dear Jim and family;
Sorry to hear of your loss of Edna. My condolences.
Sincerely,
Barb
John King
Jim and family, our condolences on your loss.
John and Wanda
Bill and Ruth Long
It is with sadness we hear of Edna’s passing. She was a trooper to the end;always ready for a game of cards and happy with her many friends and family. Our deepest sympathy Jim to you and your family.Sincerely Bill and Ruth
Jim and Heidi Sant
Sheila, Dave and family,
Our condolences to you and all your family.
Ryan & Suzanne French
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Edna was a delight to be around – always joking and sharing stories of her family. Our thoughts are with you all at this time.
Elaine Willard (Chaddock)
Dear Sheila and Paul,
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a well respected lady in the community. I have fond memories of the many wonderful haircuts and perms I received as a young child many years ago on your farm.
Murray and Lee Peters
So sorry for the loss of you wife, mother , grandmother, Edna. She was a lovely regal woman. I know you will miss her Jim, May God be with you and comfort you
David Dolson
I’m sorry to hear of Edna’s passing. I’m sure she’ll always be in our memories.
Melinda
Sheila & family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. My thoughts are with you and your family in your time of need.
Joyce Norris
Sorry to hear of Edna’s passing, my deepest sympathy to all of you.
Suzanne and Randy Vanstone
Our thoughts are with all of you at this time. May you find comfort in all the happy memories you have together as a family. Take care.
Nalini Khan
Dear Sheila/Dave & Family,
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing.
Our deepest condolences.
Alex Rodrigues
My condolences to Jim and the rest of the Johnston family for your loss. I got to know Edna through Euchre a card game Edna loved so much. Hope she is happy playing euchre with her friends gone before her in Heaven. May her soul rest in Peace.
Brian & Carol Moffatt
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jim and your family Edna was a wonderful person
Sincerely Brian and Carol
Tonya Bradburn
My sincere sympathy to the family in your time of sadness.
Roly & Doris Dobson
Just heard of Edna’s passing. As a young girl I remember my many hairdo’s in your home, created by Edna.
Heartfelt sympathy, to you Jim and all your family. Take comfort in your memories and let your family help to ease the pain in the days ahead.
God Bless
Roly & Doris
Fay McCrea
My deepest sympathy to you, Paul and Betty, in the loss of your beloved mother. She lived a good life and I am sure you have many wonderful memories
Fay
Jim Bland
To: Jim and Family:
Sorry to learn of Edna’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Jim and Cathy
Dan and Nancy Shiel
Our deepest condolences to you and all your family at this difficult time.
Dan and Nancy