Obituary of Marvin "Pete" Johnston

JOHNSTON: Marvin "Pete" - A lifelong resident of R.R. # 1 Pain Court, Marvin Johnston passed away with family at his side at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Chatham Campus on Monday, September 5, 2016 at the age of 77. Born in Dover Township, Marvin was the son of the late Joseph (1993) and the late Lorraine (1994) (Jubenville) Johnston. Beloved husband of 55 years to Marilyn (nee Pelkey). Loving dad of Janice Cotter (Ian) and the late James Johnston (2000). Proud grandad of Andrea Cotter, Jillian Cotter (Devon Harnarain) and Aaron Cotter. Dear brother to the late Carl Johnston (1992), Inez Lucier (late Gerald, 2016), Shirley Bechard (Gerard) and Wayne Johnston. Brother-in-law to Norma Johnston and Kenneth and Frances Pelkey. Also missed by several nieces, nephews, friends and extended family. Marvin was known as the "Water Well Driller" throughout Chatham-Kent. He farmed all his life the farm on which he was born. He was a lifetime member of St. Peter's on the Thames in Tilbury East. Marvin enjoyed many winters with Marilyn in Florida. He liked watching sports on TV, especially hockey and NASCAR racing. Crop touring and listening to country music were favourite pastimes. Family will receive friends at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham on Thursday, September 8, 2016 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, September 9, 2016 with Fr. Peter Amszej officiating. Interment to follow at St. Anthony Cemetery, Chatham. Donations made in memory of Marvin to the Outreach for Hunger or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com