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Johnston, Garry Sydney

JOHNSTON, Garry Sydney

1971 - 2022

Passed away on October 28, 2022, peacefully at home, surrounded by his family. He was in his 52nd year.

He leaves to mourn, his wife Sonya, his children: Hilary (Chris), Annabel (Jason), Vanessa (Casey), Hannah (Pascal), Ryder and his little grandchildren: Nora, Madison, Elayna, Owen and Freya. He also leaves behind his parents : Kenneth and Dorothy Johnston, his aunt Hazel Johnston, his mother-in-law Alle Vander Wal, his father-in-law François Jeanson, his brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law as well as many nieces and nephews.

Garry kept his love of life, sense of humor, courage and strength until the very end. He will be deeply missed. The family would like to send a very special Thank you to his team at the CLSC and aide à domicile (ASSS) as well as the REM in Val-des-Sources. They gave Garry dignified and compassionate care.

As per Garry’s wishes, there will be no visitation nor funeral services.

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All the family

So sorry for your loss. Have know Garry for many year. Ken and Dorothy have been family friends forever. Thinking of all the family at this difficult time. Garry rest in peace!

Lisa Fowler and Mike Shelden, October 31, 2022

Sonya, Hilary, Annabel, our Vanessa, Hannah and Ryder.

Words can’t express the shock when my grandson, Casey, told me of Garry’s passing. Our little Freya has lost a Grampa, was one of my first thoughts and Vanessa, loved so much by our family, what she must be going through. Sonya, Garry had a wonderful, compassionate, close loving family that you created, and in his pictures it showed, his grandchildren adored him, painful that Freya didn’t get to know him more. May Garry be peaceful in his new home, free of pain. One thing I believe strongly in, “ talk about him,” laugh at memories and cry. My heart is with you all.Garry, R.I.P.

Thelma Johnston Laprise, October 31, 2022

A Message for all of Garys True Loving Supportive Family


Life is not fair, you have yourselves given Gary so much support, you are such a strong family, this strength is what allowed you to have your Dad with you for the amount of time he had, he enjoyed and loved every minute with you, You have all been truly angels for your Dad. I can't find the words, no matter how much I try to help you through this sadness, I wish so much - I had that power, But Me and I am speaking for all my family we wish you to hold onto each other, remember how many times you laughed, talked and enjoyed family moments with your Dad, we never realize what we really have until it taken, Every time Gary spoke of his family it was with pride and joy, his girls were his everything and Wow when he had a son, he was more than thrilled, I have many tears for you all and I think of you all the time, I am here if you need anything, One thing I always say and it is something I never understand is Why? Life Sucks.... Please reach out if you feel you need something, sometimes a person to share your thoughts with can really help, we love you all ... and Huge Hugs to all of you....


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PENNIE COFFIN, October 31, 2022

All the Family

Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family. Garry fought a tough fight and now he can rest in peace, no more suffering. His family meant everything to him and you have all been so strong for him. He always liked to laugh, remember the good times.
R.I.P. Garry

Doug and Louise Perkins, October 31, 2022

Sonya, Hilary, Annabelle, our Vanessa, Hannah & Ryder

We're spending this evening thinking of Garry & how much his family loves him & how much he loved & valued all of you guys.
So glad he was able to be part of our son's & granddaughter's lives.
Garry didn't deserve the hurdles life threw him, but with the help of his wife, children (their partners) & his grandchildren, he managed to get through them. May he rest in peace.
The love of his family is overwhelming. May Garry watch over you, guide you & protect you all.


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Laura Laprise & Glen Smith, October 31, 2022

The Family

So sorry to hear of Garry's passing . He will be missed. My deepest sympathies to the family

Tim Later (Chantal), October 31, 2022

Gary Johnston

Our deepest Sympathy goes out to Kenny & Dorothy as well as the family

Joyce & Dave Dlugosz (Fowler), October 31, 2022

To all the family

Sending my sincere sympathies to all the family

Beverley Knowles Judge, November 1, 2022

Vanessa and family

My deepest sympathy for your loss.I did not know your dad but I know that Kayla thought the world of him.He was the dad she never had.Your family has always been so good to Kayla.He will be greatly missed. I am so sorry.May he rest in peace.
Barbara Thayer(Kayla's grandmother)

Barbara Thayer, November 1, 2022

Sonya Jeanson and family

So sorry for your loss....always hard losing a loved one..but remember the good times you all had with Gary...he will watch over all of you from up above...keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers xx

Sonia Phaneuf, November 1, 2022

sonia et sa famille

Nous vous offrons moi et Guylain toutes nos sincères sympathies en ces moments difficiles et nous vous souhaitons de traverser cette épreuve avec plein d'amour et de courage c'est pourquoi nous vous envoyons beaucoup d'amour à toi ma belle et à ta famille. bisou Suzie et Guylain


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Suzie Desrochers, November 2, 2022

the family

My sympathies to your beautiful family. I have always admired your strength and dedication.
Sending love to you at this difficult time.

Stacey, November 2, 2022

To all the family

So sorry for your loss, Garry was a great guy and I’m certain he was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, son and brother. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all his loved ones.

Ricky & Lisa Keenan, November 9, 2022

The family

Our sincere sympathies

Robin Converse, November 14, 2022

Sonya, Dorothy, and Kenny

So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I remember meeting him when I came back East and how enthusiastic he was about his plans for managing farming. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Janet, June 5, 2023