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William Johnstone Obituary

Johnstone, William R. age 68, beloved husband for 32 years to Mary Fran (nee Fisher), loving father of Greg (Kris), Shawn, Tony (Cynthia) Johnstone, Dawn (Nick) Casper and Brett Johnstone, dear grandfather of Christina, Brandon, Arthur, Aleya, Kaylyn, Erica, Alyssa and Amber, fond brother of Wilma Rayme, Winnie Reynolds, Wendie Purvis, Barbara Graham, Eddie, Gerri Krakowsky, Cheryl Johnstone, Peggy Rocco, Deanna Johnstone, Phyllis Johnstone Crowley and Brian, dear uncle and great-uncle of many. 44 year employee of Finished Metals, Inc., 29 years of service on the Palos Hills Police Dept., member of South Suburban Police Pistol League and Cook County Pistol League. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Friday, 10 a.m., at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem), Orland Park, IL. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Memorials to American Cancer Society preferred. Express your thoughts and condolences at www.colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 28, 2008.

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Shawn Johnstone

June 6, 2008

Mary Fran, Grag, Tony, Dawn & Brett
I am so sorry for our loss, He will always be in our hearts

Mike Wunder

May 30, 2008

I've known Willy and Eddy as friends since 1967. I first met them on the way to City Hall the day of the BIG Tornado. Elected only 3 days, they didn't believe I was an alderman in Palos Hills. Over the past 41 years the entire Johnstone Family has been a part of the real spirit of Palos Hills, "family and friends".

EDWARD SKWORCH

May 28, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers
are with you during this time of sorrow.

Sue Connors

May 28, 2008

Mary Fran and Family,

Thoughout the years, Bill has always been a great husband, father and friend...always spoke with sincerity and honesty. There's no doubt we'll miss his contagious laughter. He lived life to the fullest. His morales and kindness are seen through his children. God called him home and we are blessed that we are left with so many fond memories.

With deepest sympathy,

Betty Jaeger

May 28, 2008

My heart goes out to you, Mary Fran and your family. This has been a difficult year for you and my prayers are with you.

The Staff of Colonial Chapel, Ltd.

May 28, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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