Ronald Thomas "Red" Johnston's obituary , Passed away on October 25, 2024 in Murphysboro, Illinois

Ronald Thomas "Red" Johnston

July 6, 1944 - October 25, 2024 (80 years old)

Murphysboro, Illinois

Ronald Thomas "Red" Johnston's obituary , Passed away on October 25, 2024 in Murphysboro, Illinois

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Pettett Funeral Home

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Ronald Thomas "Red" Johnston

July 6, 1944 - October 25, 2024 (80 years old)

Murphysboro, Illinois

Ronald Thomas Johnston Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Ronald Thomas Johnston of Murphysboro, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Ronald left this world on October 25, 2024 at the age of 80, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Sidney Johnston and June King Johnston; his wife Norma Johnston; his brothers, Sidney Johnston and Gary Johnston; and his stepson Richard Lee Stearns.

He is survived by: his sisters, Barbara Jurak (David) and Joyce Johnston; his stepchildren, Russel Stearns, Jr., Michael Stearns (Karen), Sheila Ahten, Cindy Pierce (John Hunziker) and Twyla Panus; and his pet Snuggles. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests with gratitude that memorial donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pettett Funeral Home



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Crain Pleasant Grove-Murdale Funeral Home - Old
31 Memorial Dr, Murphysboro, IL 62966

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Nov 04

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Crain Pleasant Grove-Murdale Funeral Home - Old
31 Memorial Dr, Murphysboro, IL 62966

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Nov 04

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Alto Pass Cemetery

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