JOHNSTON, Michael

Who passed away at Health Sciences North on June 28th, 2024.

Beloved husband of Viola “Vi” and predeceased by Mae. Cherished father of Donna Whalen , Greg Johnston , Stephen Johnston , Cheryl Hachey , Sherry MacDonald , Jody MacDonald, Gail Hayes and Gary MacDonald . Treasured grandfather of Scott, Kyle, Sarah, Leah, Andrew, Matthew, Eric, Jordan, Kayla, Dorian, Jayde, Hayden, Landon, Hannah & Alyssa and great grandfather of Kylan Michael Boyd. Dear son of John and Mary Agnes Johnston . Loving brother of Isabel, Joe and Peggy .

Mike was born and raised in Red Islands, Nova Scotia on Cape Breton Island. He left Cape Breton at a young age to find work and ultimately settled in Elliot Lake, Ontario. There he met and married Mae Kennedy and together they had 4 children. Mike had a 35+ year career with Rio Algom and retired in 1989 as Safety Supervisor. After the death of Mae in 1988, Mike reunited with a mutual friend, Viola MacDonald, whom he ultimately married and continued to be partners in life with until his death.

Mike was a man of faith and devoted many years of service to the church. He was also an active member of the Falconbridge Legion and in 2015 was awarded a Life Membership for his outstanding service to The Royal Canadian Legion. Mike was an avid curler, golfer and minor hockey coach. Following hockey was also a passion of his as he was a lifelong Montreal Canadians Fan.

Mike always made sure others were looked after, whether it be a donation of his time or money to help a cause. Mike gave everything to his family and friends and can be described as a kind, generous and compassionate man, who had interesting stories to share.The Jackson & Barnard Funeral HomeMemorial Mass atReception to follow at the Falconbridge Legion.

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