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Passed away peacefully with his wife by his side, after a brief illness, on December 24, 2024, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.
Bill Johnston, in his 78th year, leaves behind his beloved wife of 57 years, Irene. Dear father of William Michael (Cat Ashton) and Michelle Renee. Grandfather of Tyler Atwell. Dear brother of Frank Robbins (Lynne). Brother-in-law of Larry Vaillancourt, Victor Vaillancourt, Pierrette Dale (Bruce), and the late Gerry Vaillancourt.
Bill will be lovingly remembered by his extended family, many friends at the TTC, and his golf buddies. He was the best friend for many years of Ted Reilly (Patty).
Bill was a proud retiree of the TTC after more than 40 years of service. He enjoyed golfing with his friends, discovering new restaurants in Toronto, and traveling. Bill and Irene shared many adventures together, cruising with family and friends. Growing up in Boston, Bill was a lifelong Boston Bruins fan and cherished his annual trips to visit his brother.
Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Armstrong Funeral Home.