Birth date: Mar 17, 1930 Death date: Jan 22, 2021
Charles William Johnston, better known as “Chuck” Johnston, Son, husband, Father and Best Friend. Chuck passed away in the arms of his son Chip with his loving wife Donna by his side on January 22, 2021 at Highland Springs in Dall Read Obituary
Dear Donna,
We were so sorry to hear about Chuck's passing via the Toledo Blade. What a loss of a best friend and true soulmate.
Donna, we remember your days at Washington Local and working together at Meadowvale. You and Chuck were dedicated to your work. Barry and I now have over 100 years together in education!
Barry remembers the time you allowed him to stay at your place in Traverse City with his brother and a friend while they went skiing. The snow was really deep (3 feet) but the skiing was excellent!
We remember our visits to your shops in Sylvania and in Traverse City. Truly a haven for art lovers. We still have pictures Chuck framed for us in our house. We knew we could spot Dave and Shirley Kaemming's work among the offerings.
You have so many great memories together to treasure.
Our best to you and your family. Treasure those wonderful memories.
Barry and Becky Martin
Dear Johnston family,
What a gift it is to me to be able to have an opportunity to contact all of you but most especially you, Donna! I have waited too long to do what I have meant to do.....
In December 1970, after graduating mid- year from BGSU, I interviewed for an Art position. Thanks to you Donna, my career with Washington Local Schools was 38 years long and one of the highlights of my life. Over the years I thought of you often, and was always hopeful I would be able to let you know that! I am indebted to YOU.You were the reason I had such a beautiful job teaching such a nice community of children, at Monac Elementary School. I especially remember the Bi-Centennial extravaganza there , under your Principalship in 1976.
Almost daily now, I have early breakfast coffee at Chandler's Cafe in Sylvania, Ohio on, Main Street, formerly Chandlers Hardware. I can see the building that was also your Art Shop! So I have you in my thoughts frequently via this memorable building.
I wish you comfort and congratulations during this time. Chuck surely was a gift to you and Chip! If you can contact me, i would love that! v.cox@bex.net
Blessings and Loving Thoughts are being sent your way!!!
God Bless You,
Vikki (Grachek) Cox
Donna and Chip, Our condolences on the passing of your dear husband, partner and friend. Shocked to see the obituary in the Blade this morning. Chuck and you both will be remembered in today's Sylvania UCC church service. We still have framed art in our house from your frame shop and wonderful memories of visiting you all at Lake Leelanau.
I am still teaching Sunday school after 20 plus years and remembering Chuck being my teacher on Sundays. Great memories for myself and my family. LOVE AND PEACE, Dave and Karin Walker.
