Robert Johnston's obituary , Passed away on June 13, 2026 in Canyon City, Oregon

Robert Johnston

August 16, 1928 - June 13, 2026 (97 years old)

Canyon City, Oregon

Robert Johnston's obituary , Passed away on June 13, 2026 in Canyon City, Oregon

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Robert Johnston

August 16, 1928 - June 13, 2026 (97 years old)

Canyon City, Oregon

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Robert Johnston Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Robert Johnston of Canyon City, Oregon. Robert, born on August 16, 1928 in Saint Francis, Kansas, passed away on June 13, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Robert Johnston to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his wife Donna Maria Backlund; his grandchildren, Melanie Johnston and Taylor Myers; and his son-in-law Mike Browning. He is survived by: his children, Glen, Karen Broemeling, Shelley (Scott Myers), Cathy (Michael Johnston), Diane Browning and Peggy (Glen Murphy-Johnston). He is also survived by nine grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Blue Mountain Home Health and Hospice or John Day Senior Center in Robert's honor through Driskill Memorial Chapel at 241 S. Canyon Blvd., John Day, Oregon 97845.

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June 24

Graveside service

St Andrew's Catholic Cemetery

Wed

June 24

Reception

Saint Elizabeth Catholic Church
111 SW 2nd Ave, John Day, OR 97845

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