Stephen Johnston
February 23, 2012
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Stephen Craig Johnston, 56, passed away Thursday, February 23, 2012, at Taylor House Hospice, surrounded by family and friends.
Stephen was born September 3, 1955, in Des Moines. He graduated from East High School and worked for BF Goodrich/Delevan for over 20 years. Stephen was a devoted family man and loved to help others. He will be remembered as a man of integrity and compassion.
Stephen is survived by his wife, Karen; mother, Nioma Johnston; father, Jack (Ruthan) Johnston; sister, Dianna (Jim) Flaten; sister-in-law, Tania Johnston; grandmother, Rose Johnston; his animal children, Sadie and Blackjack; and a host of other extended relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents and brother, Kenny.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, February 27, 2012, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, followed by burial at Chapel Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Taylor House Hospice.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Jill Rains
02/28/2012
Karen,
I'm thinking of you during this sad time. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Jill
Dianna Rankin
02/27/2012
You was my brother in law for years and we all had good time that will never be forgotten. RIP Gomer!!!
Steve and Marlene Parsons
02/27/2012
STEVE, WILL BE GREATLY MISSED!!!!
He was a SUPER NEIGHBOR and a SUPPERIOR FRIEND!!! Steve was the type of neighbor to help you with what ever you needed help with. He would plow neighbors drive ways,and you'd see him mowing neighbors yards too!! He helped his neighbors to put up sheds and fences, haul pavers and retaing wall blocks also helped with garden areas and pools. Karen would cook up something, and he would end up sharing it with neighbors,or invite you up to chat and offer you a cold refreshment. He not only spoiled his neighbors with his thoughtful ways, but he was also always spoiling their animals with treats and goodies BOY DID OUR LUCKY DOG LOVE HIM !!!! LUCKY would whine if we didn't take him with us if we went to visit. Steve was kind,thoughtful,generous,caring,and a loving person,with a heart of gold. He'd always tease you,and be ornry,but I think if he didn't you might think he didn't like you, but I don't think he disliked anybody,and he loved his family immensely. We would see Steve, or talk to him year round, but you'd see him more so in the Spring,Summer and Fall, or when ever the weather was nice; That's when you'd see him out sitting with neighbor friends,his mom, Sadie and sometimes his dad or other family members that would come to visit!!! Oh Steve if you only knew how many lives you touched and made smile and brought happiness to; you were a angel here to all of us here on earth, before God took you home with him. GOD BLESS YOU STEVE, and watch over your friends and loved ones still here, until we meet again someday!!!
WE MISS YOU MORE THAN YOU"LL EVER KNOW!!!
BYE DEAR FRIEND,
Love, Steve,Marlene,Mick,Troy,
Remmy and Lucky a
Dennis Rich
02/26/2012
Gomer -
Even though it has been years since we last spoken with each other, it seems just like yesterday that we were running the halls of East High. My sympathies to your wife and family and I pray that God will comfort them during this difficult time.
You were always a good friend. Rest in peace brother.
Dennis Rich
EHS Class of 73
Pam Faust
02/26/2012
To Karen and Steve's family and friends you all have my deepest sympathy and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Some Angels get their wings way too early.Steve is in the arms of our loving God and there will be no more pain,celebrate his life and love,hold on tight to all those wonderful memories.I know he will be sorely missed!!!!!
Cindy Thomas
02/26/2012
I worked with Stephen at PDC and still remember all the fun we had. Johnston Family I am so sorry for your loss and Hope God gives you the strength to get through the rough days.
Gomer was a heck of a guy!