of Romance, AR
September 15, 1941 - December 9, 2017
Gary Merle Johnston age 76, of Romance died December 9, 2017 in Searcy at Unity Hospital. He was born September 15, 1941 in Beebe, Arkansas to Vollie and Oleta (Heggie) Johnston.
He was a multi-talented man who enjoyed bowling, fishing, get togethers, and helping others. He retired from the Army National Guard as a Master Sergeant with 30 years of service, as well as, Vickers with 34 years of service. He was a volunteer member of the Floyd/Romance Fire Department where he served as the Safety Manager. He also was a Master Electrician, a 32nd Degree Mason, and a member of the Center Hill Missionary Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Shirley (Stewart) Johnston of Romance; two daughters Melissa Allison (Jeff) of Maumelle and Leslee McCoy (Gene) of Fulton, Missouri; five grandchildren Collin Brown, Sydney Morriss (Matt), Caden Brown, Drennen Whitehair, and Kailee McCoy; four sisters Shirley Ann Rogers (J.P.), Pam Roy (Jim), Rita Byrd (Johnny), and Bettie Johnston. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers W.L. Johnston and Johnny Johnston; sisters Nina Lester, Barbara Maynard, and Peggy Ferrell.
A special thank you to CCU, 4 South, 3 East of Unity Hospital. To all the personnel that was so kind and helpful, as well as, Dr. Jayton Lim, Dr. Bradley Hughes, Dr. Greg Barden, and Dr Anupama Kaul for all their special care.
He was a wonderfully kind man of God who always tried to put others first. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, December 13 from 1-2 P.M. Funeral Service will follow at 2 P.M. at Roller-Daniel Funeral home in Searcy, Arkansas. Interment will be at Harmony Methodist Cemetery.
Arrangements at Roller-Daniel Funeral home.
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I am so sorry for your lost Shirley. I
Remember you when you visited .
Mrs Daisey Vincient. You are in my
Prayers .
Marilyn Blackwell
Shirley -
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Billy and Nedra Underwood & Family
Shirley I am so sorry for your loss!!My prayers are with you & your family! Gary was a great man from the few times I saw him!! Hope you rely on all your wonderful memories!!
So sorry. Jan 9, 2015 I found myself where you are today. Thinking of you.
Shirley, I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine the heartbreak you are experiencing at this time. Prayers for you during this most difficult time.
To the family of Gary Merle Johnston,
I am sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that "Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted; He saves those who are crushed in spirit." (Psalm 34:18) With sympathy,