Obituary - Joseph J. Johnston Sr.

Johnston — Joseph J. Sr., Age 93.  On October 30, 2012 after a short illness. Devoted husband of the late Emily (nee Christensen). Father of Joseph Jr., Judith Hardman (Joseph), and Patricia Thomas. Grandfather of Sarah Ray (Steve), Joanna Hardman (Henry Falconer), and Julia Hardman. In addition to his beloved wife, predeceased by his parents Robert and Catherine and three siblings, Robert Jr., Christine Cronin, and Catherine. 

U.S. Army Veteran of WW II, life member in the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America. 

Family wishes to thank Vincent Gerardi for being such a good friend to our father. Services will be private.

Arrangements entrusted to the professional care of The Branch Funeral Home and Vigliante family. 190 East Main St., Smithtown, L.I., N.Y. www.branchfh.com