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JOHNSTON, Ronald Gordon "Ron"

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JOHNSTON, Ronald Gordon “Ron”. February 22, 1944 – September 20, 2021. Passed away peacefully at St. Catharines General Hospital surrounded by family in his 78th year.
Beloved husband to his bride, Myrna of 53 years. Loving father to Karen (aka Charles) and Kris (aka Ralph) and son-in-law Jeff (aka Norfolk). Awesome grandpa to Alayna (Shorthorn), Lauren (Buckwheat), Logan (Partner) and Grayden (Big Head). Will also be missed by his sister-in-law and brother-in law, nieces and nephews. Ron was born and raised in Meaford, Ontario where he met the love of his life in 1962.
He began his banking career at the age of 18 and quickly rose through the ranks to become a branch manager at various BMO locations throughout Southern Ontario. Ron and his young family settled in Dunnville where he worked at the bank until December 1977. His career changed paths when he became owner of Industrial Track & Turbo where he remained until he retired. Bored with retirement, he started up his Chip Truck empire in the late 1990’s. He was well known throughout Dunnville and surrounding areas as well as the Fulsom Auction circuit as the “Chip Truck Guy”.
Ron was the type of man who knew everyone and everyone knew him. He would often be seen walking or riding his bicycle around town and stopping to “shoot the breeze” with anyone he encountered. Ron was very well known for his sweet tooth with butter tarts being a particular favourite. A butter tart and a Coke was the last thing he enjoyed before he left this earth – a very fitting meal for Ron. He will be remembered by his family through fond memories and much laughter.
“SEE YA AT CHRISTMAS”
Visitation will be held at J.W. Hart Funeral Home in Dunnville on Wednesday September 29, 2021 from 12:00pm – 2:00pm with  service immediately following. All are welcome, mask and social distancing required (Covid19 protocols in place result in limited seating).
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Walker Family Cancer Center in St. Catharines or the Dunnville Hospital Foundation would be much appreciated by the family. Online condolences, obituary and photos at jwhartfuneralhome.com
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40 Comments

40 Comments

  3. Andy and I were the two kids next door Ron always had time for.

    My brother had such fond memories of the fishing trips and just hanging out with his good buddy Ron.
    He was loved and will be missed.

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  5. My heartfelt condolences to Myrna, Kris, Jeff, Alayna, Logan., Karen, Lauren and Grayson. Ron was so happy whenever I saw him. Sparkly eyes and a cheesy sense of humour. My last visit with him he sang me a song and was surrounded by people who loved him deeply. Hugs and love ❤️ Elly.

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  6. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Ron he was always very kind and loved ppl. Sending hugs and healing prayers ❤ deepest sympathy

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  8. Myrna and Karen: I am so sorry for your loss. I truly know how it feels losing your friend and spouse for most of your life. Although I did not know your husband/father I know both of you and the sadness and emptiness you feel today will last but eventually you will accept what God has given you. Eventually you will be together. Love will always endure.

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  15. Hi Myrna
    I’m so sorry for your loss. Hoping your treasured memories will sustain you and your family throughout this difficult time. Sincerely Donna Plant

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  18. I was sorry to hear about Ron. We had some good times together when we were young. Great memories. Our deepest sympathy, Terry and Heidi

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  22. dear myrna & family
    so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved ron miss seeing him uptown keep him close to your heart. loss is never easy. take care

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  23. We are so very sorry for your loss. It brings me to think of this quote: “When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.” Our deepest condolences, the Dugas family.

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  24. Myrna I want to say how sorry I am for your loss. I’m sure you and Ron have been through many good times and tough times. To the whole Johston Family I want to express my sorrow for your loss, as well. I hope that memories and sharing them will bring you all comfort. Jean Batchelor

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  26. I am sorry to hear of Ron’s passing….He was my boss at Bank of Montreal Dunnville for many years. He was quite a character and we had many a good time with him. I used to see him walking and stop and we would exchange insults to one another. He always had one up on me. He will be missed. My condolences to the family

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  27. Mom, Karen, Kris and Jeff.
    Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Ron.
    A very devoted husband, a reliable and extremely loving father and the only Father-in-law for 20 years that I have ever known.
    I just wanted to let you all know that I always looked up to Ron, many times in awe of his very deep thinking, and extreme intelligence that I would never thought of challenging.
    He always seemed to be a very private man and I never did learn how to read him, but the one thing I do know for sure was his deep devotion to every single one of you.
    His generosity was always very apparent, and his sense of humor pretty much legendary…, which is another area I had a hard time on picking up on.
    He certainly was the joy in a joyful Christmas and I was always in awe of how slowly he could open his packages.
    One thing I always said is he will never die of a heart attack, as I don’t believe I ever seen him fazed.
    I know I have drastically missed him for the past 8 years opening his presents.
    Ron was always very accepting of me even in my very foolish times and I will always owe him a debt of gratitude for making me feel a “part” of.
    I’m sure he is up there catering to Grandma and nodding his head at Wilbur and will be there waiting with open arms when you all meet him in the promised land.
    May God Bless each and everyone of you throughout the days, weeks and years that lie ahead and just know that he is comfortable now.
    Thinking of you all, Bob.
    😘😘😘😘

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  28. We wish to express our deepest sympathies to Ron’s family and friends. He was a wonderful guy…….always had a smile on his face. His service to Fulsom Auctions as the Chip Guy was great…..he was always dependable and served our customers with a smile and an occasional joke. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Robert & Barb

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  29. My heartfelt sympathy to Ron’s family and friends ! May the happy memories of Ron carry you through this very sad and difficult time!! Ron always had time to have a little chat when riding his bike!!

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  30. MYRNA AND FAMILY:
    My sincere condolences to you and all your family in this very sad loss of your life partner for oh! so many years.
    Such a kind and loving man,,just glad he is at peace and out of pain…Keep all those special memories close to your heart,,,Much Love…Liz

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  31. 💔 Myrna, I was so sorry to hear of Ron’s passing. My heart & sympathies go out to you & your family. May your memories comfort you at this very sad time. Ginny

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  33. To the Johnston Family,
    Although I did not know Ron personally..he the ever upbeat and humorous fellow (whether jauntily riding his bike or working in his yard at home) and I the postal worker, I will miss our cheerful exchange of pleasantries whenever me met.
    My condolences for your loss,
    Terri Allen

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  34. My sincere condolences for your loss, Myrna and families. I know the last few years have been difficult but know in your hearts he is at peace.

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  40. Myrna and family, I am so sorry for Ron’s passing. He had such a great sense of humour and he was always welcoming to anyone who stopped in. He was a great person. We are all here for you Myrna. Love you my friend.
    Sherry McKenna

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