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BARBARA ANN JOHNSTON
Born: Jun 29, 1949
Date of Passing: Jul 31, 2024
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryBARBARA ANN JOHNSTON
Unexpectedly with great sadness we announce the passing of Barbara Ann Johnston.
She leaves behind her husband of 54 years, Bruce; children, Cody Johnston (Julie), Trevor Johnston (Rosemary); grandchildren, Jessica (Kyle), Curtis (Jaylese); great-grandchild Hazel; brothers, Daniel MacDonald (Barbara) and Neil MacDonald (Wendy); numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and many special friends.
She was predeceased by her mother Irene MacDonald and father John MacDonald.
Barb was born on June 29, 1949 in Winnipeg, Manitoba and grew up in Winnipeg where she attended Isaac Brock and Daniel McIntyre. Barb worked at MTS as a long distance operator and then later as a technician at Boeing. She owned Barb’s Sub Plus at the Unicity Mall until the mall closed and then she retired to the family cabin at Belair, Manitoba.
Barb married the love of her life Bruce on November 1, 1969 in Winnipeg and shortly after they moved to Stonewall and began their family. Barb was a proud member of the Stonewall Kinsmen Kinettes for numerous years. She took great pride in her yard and gardening, and grew many flowers not only for herself, but also to share with friends and family. Barb’s Ukrainian cooking and baking was second to none and everyone looked forward to her meals and care packages.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
If friends and family so desire, please make a donation in her honour to a charity of your choice.
Barb will be remembered by her family and friends for her strength, courage and support of others. She will be deeply missed and in our hearts forever.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 10, 2024, Aug 10, 2024
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Bruce and Family our sincere condolences. Barb was a very dear and close cousin in our earlier years. We shared many good times as children and as young parents with children of our own . I loved Barbs lovingly laughter and positive attitude. She will be truly missed by all. May you find comfort with the love of your families. - Posted by: Debbie George and Family (Cousin) on: Aug 29, 2024
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Sincere condolences on your loss Bruce and family. Barbara was the cousin and best friend of my late wife Linda Maleski Regan. They lived next door to each other for many years and grew up together. She will be missed by all of us but at least she no longer suffers. - Posted by: Dan Regan (Cousin through marriage) on: Aug 19, 2024
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Uncle Bruce, Cody & Trevor, My deepest & sincerest condolences on the passing of sweet Aunty Barb. So so many wonderful memories from childhood are coming to me now. Please know that you are in my thoughts & prayers & it gives me some peace to think that our moms are together again ❤️. Please do let us know when the celebration of life will be as the “Duna clan” would love to attend. With all my love, Marnie - Posted by: Marnie Duna (Family friene) on: Aug 13, 2024
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Our deepest condolences to you Bruce and your family. May Barb RIP…. - Posted by: Eric and Dianne Muise (Friend) on: Aug 11, 2024
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My sincere condolences to Bruce and family. Barb was a good friend and we shared so many stories about our lives and children. We would exchange jigsaw puzzles which was a favorite pastime in the winter. Barb was an excellent cook and shared her goodies often. She is definitely missed by me and so many others. - Posted by: Sandy Stoykewich (Friend) on: Aug 10, 2024
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To Bruce and family, I send my Sincere Condolences on the passing of your wife and Mother. May God bless and comfort you at this sad time. Ron Campbell. - Posted by: Ronald Campbell (Family Friend) on: Aug 10, 2024