William Johnston

Obituary of William D. Johnston

Please share a memory of William to include in a keepsake book for family and friends.
William D. Johnston Olean, NY William D. Johnston, 69, of Olean, passed away Friday (January 3, 2020). Born September 24, 1950 in Olean, he was the son of Robert C. and Lettie K. Johnston. On August 23, 2003 in Allegany he married Christine Worden who predeceased him February 19, 2012. Bill was a graduate of Olean High School and soon after, began employment with the railroad. From 1970 to 1972 he served with the US Army in Germany. He continued working as an engineer for 42 years with the CXS Railroad until his retirement. He enjoyed being social with his lifelong friends with whom he played euchre and pinochle. He was also an avid St. Bonaventure Men's Basketball fan as well as a fan of the Pittsburgh Pirates and Pittsburgh Steelers. Bill was an accomplished drummer and he enjoyed jam sessions with his musician friends. He is survived by his 4 siblings Berdena (Bruce) North of Allegany, Robert (Connie) Johnston of Lake Placid, FL, Roland (Susan) Johnston of Webster and James (Carol Ellis) Johnston of Salamanca; 21 nieces and nephews, including a very special niece Marla DiCanio of Georgetown, PA; a very special nephew Jimmy Johnston of Olean and a dear lifelong friend Martin Faragher of Olean. In addition to his wife he was predeceased by his parents. The family will be present to receive friends on Sunday from 1-4pm at the Casey, Halwig & Hartle Funeral Home, 3128 W. State Rd. Olean. Burial will be at the convenience of the family at Chestnut Hill Cemetery, Portville. Memorials, if desired, may be made to the American Heart Association or to a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be expressed at oleanfuneralhome.com.
A Memorial Tree was planted for William
We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Casey Halwig & Hartle Funeral Home
Online Memory & Photo Sharing Event
Ongoing
Online Event
About this Event
William Johnston

In Loving Memory

William Johnston

2020

Look inside to read what others have shared
Family and friends are coming together online to create a special keepsake. Every memory left on the online obituary will be automatically included in this book.
Services for William Johnston
There are no events scheduled. You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or planting a memorial tree in memory of William Johnston.
Visit the Tribute Store