James "Jay" Johnston Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on September 28, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

James "Jay" Johnston Jr.

March 4, 1965 - September 28, 2025 (60 years old)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

James "Jay" Johnston Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on September 28, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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James "Jay" Johnston Jr.

March 4, 1965 - September 28, 2025 (60 years old)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

James Johnston Jr. Obituary

In loving memory of James Johnston Jr. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), who departed this world on September 28, 2025 at the age of 60. James leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James T. Johnston and Eileen Johnston Sr.; and his sisters, Eileen Gallagher and Carol Rodgers. He is survived by: his sister Susan Krecko (Charles); and his sibling's children, Michael Gallagher (Melissa), Sherri McGinn (Bobby), Steven Gallagher (Danielle), Brooke Rodgers, Amber Borelli (Michael) and Kyle Krecko (Alexis Gordon). He is also survived by his aunts, cousins, and many dear friends.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 3rd 2025 from 9:15 AM to 10:30 AM at the St. Gabriel's Church (2917 Dickinson St, Philadelphia, PA 19146). A Mass will be held on Friday, October 3rd 2025 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Jay's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1626 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA 19103.



Fri

Oct 03

Visitation

9:15 AM - 10:30 AM

St. Gabriel's Church
2917 Dickinson St, Philadelphia, PA 19146

Fri

Oct 03

Mass

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

St. Gabriel's Church
2917 Dickinson St, Philadelphia, PA 19146

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