Howard E. Johnston

LIVONIA — Howard E. Johnston died June 11, 2012 at age 88 years.

He was predeceased by his wife, Eileen and son, Richard Johnston.

Survived by his children, Donna Johnston of Livonia, Sheila Gfeller of Hemlock, Doug (Dawn) Johnston of Livonia and David Johnston of Livonia; nine grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren; his sister, Ellen Johnston of Livonia; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends called Friday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. at Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., Routes 15 and  20A, 21 Big Tree St., Livonia, where funeral services were held Saturday at 1 p.m. Burial, Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Geneseo. Memorial contributions to the Livonia Fire Dept. PO Box 151, Livonia, NY 14487. To send condolences or further information, visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com

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