Obituary of Rod Donald Johnstone

Johnstone, Rod - Sailed out of port for his final journey on Monday February 27, 2012 at the St. Catharines General Hospital at the age of 69. He leaves behind his children Jamie (Claire) and Jenn (Taylor) who meant the world to him. Will be fondly missed by his brother-in-law Rick Erickson, niece Julie Keenan and the Gauld family. Long time golfing and teaching buddies Fred Goldrup and Bob Smart who were by his side at the hospital for 2 months following his stroke. He is reunited with his parents Dr. Donald and Margaret Johnstone and cherished sister Ruth Anne Erickson. Rod enjoyed socializing with his circle of friends from the Dalhousie Yacht Club and the Orchard Park School Breakfast group that he regularly organized. Rod had a passion for sailing, teaching, skiing, travelling and daily trips to Tim Horton's with friends. The family invite all friends to the George Darte Funeral Home, 585 Carlton Street for visiting on Friday between 2-4 and 7-9pm. Private family burial will take place at Stamford Presbyterian Church. Memorial donations can be made to Alzheimers Society in Rod's honour.