Linn County News
Published Nov. 23, 2016
William J "Bill" Johnston, age 86, Paola, Kan., formerly of La Cygne, Kan., passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2016, at St. Luke's South. He was born at Drexel, Mo., on May 12, 1930, the son of Clifford and Mabel McMeins Johnston.
He married Alladene Mooney on April 14, 1951 at Huntsville, Ark. He worked for General Motors and was a member of the United Auto Workers. In addition to working at GM, Bill, farmed and raised livestock. He enjoyed a good rodeo as well.
He was preceded in death by his parents; infant son; two brothers, LaVaughn and Johnny Johnston; and two sisters, Arlene Harvey and Erlene Kraighead.
Bill is survived by his wife Alladene; two sons, William L. Johnston and Larry A. Johnston Sr.; a daughter, Linda Johnston; five grand and 11 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016, at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, La Cygne Chapel. Burial in the Oak Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, 2016, at the Schneider La Cygne Chapel. The family suggests contributions to Care to Share. Online condolences for the family may be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com. Arrangements: Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, La Cygne Chapel.
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