Deane W. Johnston

Deane William “Bill” Johnston — a loving and caring husband, father and grandfather — died Saturday, February 1, 2020. Deane, age 93, of Charlotte, was born October 9, 1926, in Hesperia, Mich., the son of Edson and Gladys (Leach) Johnston. On August 14, 1948, Deane married his sweetheart Velma Sigourney and created their legacy together until her passing in 1972. Deane later married Ann Furman. He retired from Motor Wheel Corporation. Following his retirement, Deane became an investor in Easy Living Trailer Sales. His hobbies included playing cards, cribbage, tinkering, going to deer camp with the guys and spending time at the Eagles Lodge in Holt. Throughout his life, Deane was proud of his longevity and his family.
Deane is survived by his children, Carol (Harry) Kelley, Larry (Jane) Johnston; 7 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sisters, Iris (Ray) Dietrick and Judy (Gary) Bisel; stepsons, Ted Furman, and Greg Furman. He was predeceased by his wife, Velma; daughter, Sheila Johnston; second wife, Ann; brother, Charles; sisters, Marge (Herb) Simpson, Shirley (Carl) Beagle; and stepson, Craig Furman.
Friends are encouraged to support Deane’s family. Funeral services were held on Thursday, February 6, 2020, at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Pastor Randy Royston officiating. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Eaton Community Palliative Care. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Deane on his tribute page at prayfuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.