Warren Joseph Johnston
February 15th, 1934 - April 8th, 2020
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Warren's Obituary
Warren Joseph “Joe” Johnston, 86, of St. Joseph, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2020, at Caretel Inns of Lakeland.
Joe was born on February 15, 1934, to Warren & Helen (Murray) Johnston in Escanaba, MI. He graduated from Escanaba High School and Western Michigan University. Joe proudly served his country in the Army after the Korean War before he was honorably discharged. On August 31, 1957, Joe married the love of his life Clara “Mitzi” Rapes in Niles. Joe owned and operated Johnston Health Products for over 44 years. He was still making sales until his passing. He enjoyed boating, fishing and traveling. Most of all, he loved to spend his time with his family.
Joe is survived by his children, Lisa (Greg) Mercer of Plymouth, IN, and Thomas Johnston of Benton Harbor; grandchildren, Mack Mercer and Thomas Johnston II; and great-grandchild Wyatt Johnston.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, wife Mitzi Johnston on May 3, 2019, and two sisters.
Memorial contributions may be made to any hospice organization of the donor’s choice. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com.
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