Eric Johnston's obituary , Passed away on January 25, 2026 in Chatham, Ontario

Eric Johnston

1944 - January 25, 2026

Chatham, Ontario

Eric Johnston's obituary , Passed away on January 25, 2026 in Chatham, Ontario

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McKinlay Funeral Home - Blenheim

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Eric Johnston Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Eric Johnston of Chatham, Ontario, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Eric left this world on January 25, 2026, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Eric Johnston to show support.

He was predeceased by: his significant other Sandra; his parents, Cecil Johnston and Florence Johnston; his brothers, Edwin (Elaine) and Lawrence Johnston; and his sisters-in-law, Linda Lusk and Diane Boughner.

He is survived by: his children, Anthony and Susan; his grandchildren, Lance, Samantha (Anthony), Dylan, Adora, Meadow and Ryker; his siblings-in-law, Germaine Johnston, Glenn Lusk, Bob Boughner and Edward Davies (Olwen); his sibling's children, Jane, E'will and Leah Makra; his great-nieces and great-nephews, Reese and Jake; and his pet Maisie.

Visitation was held on Saturday, January 31st 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the McKinlay Funeral Home (459 St Clair St, Chatham, ON N7L3K6). A memorial service was held on Sunday, February 1st 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Saturday, April 4th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Morpeth Cemetery (12637 Talbot Trail, Morpeth, ON N0P1X0).

In lieu of flowers, donations in Eric's memory may be made to CKHAF Save Our Sydenham (Wallaceburg Redevelopment Project) or a charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McKinlay Funeral Home - Blenheim



Sat

Jan 31

Visitation

McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St Clair St, Chatham, ON N7L3K6

Sat

Jan 31

Visitation

McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St Clair St, Chatham, ON N7L3K6

Sun

Feb 01

Memorial service

McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St Clair St, Chatham, ON N7L3K6

Sat

Apr 04

Burial

11:00 AM

Morpeth Cemetery
12637 Talbot Trail, Morpeth, ON N0P1X0

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