Obituary of Gerald Howard Johnson
Johnson, Gerald
A resident of Chatham, Gerald Johnson has been reunited with his wife Margaret on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at the age of 88.
Born in Chatham, Gerald was the eldest son of the late Wilfred & Marie (nee Hornick) Johnson.
Beloved husband of 62 beautiful years of marriage with the late Margaret (nee Wellington).
Remembered always by his dear daughters, Gail (Matthew) & Kathy (David) and daughter-in-law Jennifer. Predeceased by his sons, Ronnie, Gary and daughter Sandy.
Grandpa of Michael, Melissa, Laura, Paul, Annie, Jeffery, Kayla, Jenna, Melanie, Stephanie, Kristy, Holly and their families.
Dear brother of eight siblings, all of Chatham-Kent.
Brother-in-law of Robert Wellington.
Gerald traveled throughout Southwestern Ontario as a Delivery Driver for Borden’s, Silverwoods, and Beatrice Dairies. Margaret & Gerald enjoyed winters away down South and he enjoyed his antique cars. Gerald loved to spend time on the green and golfed whenever he had a chance. He will be dearly missed by his cat, Kit, his afternoon coffee friends at McDonalds and most importantly, his family.
The family would extend their sincere appreciation to Dr. Bailey for her many years of caring for their father.
A Funeral Service for Gerald will take place on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at 1:30 pm at the Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions, those hoping to attend the Funeral Service must schedule a time online at https://signup.com/go/VsKVJGR or phone us at 519-351-2040. We are asking those attending to arrive between 1:00 pm until the time of the Service at 1:30 pm. No one will be permitted at the Funeral Service without a scheduled time. The Bereavement Authority of Ontario has mandated that everyone attending must wear a mask. With Covid-19 restrictions you likely will be seated in an overflow seat.
Cremation to follow.
Condolences are deeply appreciated by the family in lieu of visiting. Online condolences may be left for the family and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation or to the Canadian Cancer Society through the Funeral Home website (www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com). Cheques may be mailed or delivered to any of our Funeral Home location.
McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St. Clair Street
Chatham
519 351 2040
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