Obituary of Allan Johnson
JOHNSON: Allan Raymond -
A resident of Rondeau Bay Estates, Allan Johnson passed away at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Chatham Campus with his wife at his side on Sunday, August 18, 2019 at the age of 74.
Born in Kaiapoi, New Zealand, Allan was the son of the late Charles and Marion (McRae) Johnson.
Beloved husband of 42 years to Frances (nee Abray).
Father of Bevan (Nikki) and Shawn, both of New Zealand.
Granddad to Callum, Ethan and Quinn.
Brother to Christine Holliday (Barry Quirke).
Also missed by numerous nieces, nephews, friends and extended family.
Allan was an accomplished welder and craftsman and had worked at Ford for many years. He enjoyed sailing, raising dogs and eventually retired to Rondeau Bay Estates where he and Fran made many friends and memories on the pontoon boat.
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Allan's Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, Br. 243 Ridgetown on Saturday, August 24, 2019 from 2:00 - 5:00pm. Please bring a copy of your favourite photograph of Allan to share with his family.
Donations made in memory of Allan to the Salvation Army Kettle Fund, Canadian Cancer Society: Colon Cancer or Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home, 76 Main Street East, Ridgetown, 519-674-3141
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