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Robert Johnston

Birth	:	8 Jan 1844 Toronto, Toronto Municipality, Ontario, Canada
Death	:	1 Aug 1921 Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Rose Hill Cemetery, Lamoni, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.6250000, -93.9475021
Description	:	Son of Robert and Martha Foster Johnston, Robert was born in Chinguacousy Twp, Peel County, Ontario, Canada. In 1852, at age 8 years, his residence was listed as Peel County, Canada West (Ontario), Canada. Robert moved with his parents to Mooretown, Lambton County, Ontario in 1855. In 1871 at age 27, his residence was listed as Lambton, Ontario, Canada. He was baptized December 12, 1871 in Moore, Ontario, Canada by Robert Davis and became an Ordained Priest January 7, 1872 in Moore by George Shaw. *On June 1, 1872 at the age of 28, he married Margaret Ann... Read More	Son of Robert and Martha Foster Johnston, Robert was born in Chinguacousy Twp, Peel County, Ontario, Canada. In 1852, at age 8 years, his residence was listed as Peel County, Canada West (Ontario), Canada. Robert moved with his parents to Mooretown, Lambton County, Ontario in 1855. In 1871 at age 27, his residence was listed as Lambton, Ontario, Canada. He was baptized December 12, 1871 in Moore, Ontario, Canada by Robert Davis and became an Ordained Priest January 7, 1872 in Moore by George Shaw. On June 1, 1872 at the age of 28, he married Margaret Ann Smith in St. Clair, Michigan, who was baptized on the same date as he, in early 1872. Robert and Margaret presented a move letter to Lone Rock Church in Harrison County, Missouri about June 1, 1872. In 1880, at age 36, his residence was listed as Colfax, Harrison, Missouri, United States. Robert and Margaret moved to Lamoni, Iowa in 1899. In 1900, at age 56 his residensce was listed as Fayette, Decatur, Iowa. In 1910, at age 66, his residence was listed in both Colfax (Twp), Harrison, Missouri, and Fayette, Decatur, Iowa. His residence in 1920, at age 76, was listed as Fayette, Decatur, Iowa. Robert died instantly of a broken neck on August 1, 1921 in Harrison Co. Missouri, when the wind blew him off of a roof he was helping his son, William, to shingle. * Information provided by Carolyn Jackson. Tragic Death of Robert Johnston: The people of this vicinity were shocked Monday afternoon by the news of the sudden and tragic death of Robert Johnston. Wm. Johnson (sp) aided by John Wadley was shingling the house next to Mr. Johnston’s on the west which was recently purchased by his father-in-law, J. L. Bouton. Seeing that a storm was nearing he secured the services of Mr. Johnston to help finish the job before it struck them. He and Mr. Wadley were working near the top of the roof and when the strong wind which preceded the rain struck them he fell to the ground striking in such a way as to break his neck, causing death instantly. V.C. Bailey who was living in house assisted the other men to carry him to his home and aid was summoned but he did not move after the fall. Obituary: Robert, son of Robert and Martha Johnston, was born January 8, 1844, near Toronto, Ontario, Canada, passed away at Lamoni, Iowa, August 1, 1921, he being at the time of his death aged 77 years 6 months and 22 days. In the year 1855, he moved with his parents to Mooretown, Lambkin County, Ontario, where he resided until about 1872, at which time he moved to Harrison County, Missouri. Here he remained until 1899, when he moved to Lamoni, making this town his home until the time of his death. On December 12, 1871, he became a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and retained his membership with this organization during the remainder of his life. In 1872 he was united in marriage to Margaret Smith. To this union eight children were born: Addie, now deceased; William, of Lamoni, Iowa; Edith Sandage of Holden, Missouri; Fred, of Lamoni; Eva May Sandage, of Big Timber, Montana; Harry, now deceased; Bertha Weir, of Oklahoma; and Ethel Ryan, of Yuma, Arizona. He has been preceded in death by the two children named above and his companion who passed away June 10, 1905. Mr. Johnston was a good neighbor and kind friend, patient and true in times of need. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon, Columbus Scott in charge, C. E. Wight preaching the sermon.

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Robert Johnston's memorial is located at: Rose Hill Cemetery, Lamoni, Decatur County, USA.
When did Robert Johnston death?
Robert Johnston death on 1 Aug 1921 in Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 40.6250000
Longitude: -93.9475021

Family Members:

Parent

Robert Johnston

(1811 - 1895)

Martha Foster Johnston

(1819 - 1882)

Spouse

Margaret Ann Smith Johnston

(1851 - 1905)

Siblings

Thomas Johnston

(1837 - 1912)

Hannah Emma Johnston Bowen

(1840 - 1864)

David W Johnston

(1842 - 1929)

Alexander Moore Johnston

(1849 - 1901)

Samuel "Edwin" Johnston

(1851 - 1938)

James Johnston

(1855 - 1872)

Children

William “Will” Johnston

(1875 - 1968)

Frederick Johnston

(1880 - 1952)

Eva May Johnston Sandage

(1882 - 1961)

Harry Johnston

(1883 - 1896)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Rose Hill Cemetery
Lamoni, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6250000, -93.9475021

2. Sweet Home Cemetery
Fayette Township, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5946550, -93.9566660

3. Lillie Cemetery
Lamoni, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6565829, -93.9418602

4. Creveling Cemetery
Lamoni, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6309232, -93.8984728

5. Hollen Cemetery
Lamoni, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5952000, -94.0097000

6. Lewis Cemetery
Kellerton, Ringgold County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6588500, -94.0280500

7. Andover Cemetery
Andover, Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5588989, -93.9008026

8. Terre Haute Cemetery
Terre Haute, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6836646, -93.8800621

9. Bucy Cemetery
Decatur City, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6902056, -93.8869286

10. New Buda Cemetery
Davis City, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6027448, -93.8314819

11. Patrick Cemetery
Riley Township, Ringgold County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5900000, -94.0586000

12. Downey Cemetery
Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5581017, -93.8606033

13. Elk Cemetery
Lamoni, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7210467, -93.9390707

14. Mount Zion Cemetery
Riley Township, Ringgold County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5960000, -94.0731000

15. IOOF Cemetery
Davis City, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6405800, -93.8174600

16. Miller Cemetery
Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7026000, -93.8592000

17. Anderson Cemetery
Eagleville, Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5293503, -93.9983292

18. Mount Pleasant No 2 Baptist Church Cemetery
Blythedale, Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5300010, -93.8916160

19. Old Davis City Cemetery
Davis City, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6415100, -93.8115800

20. Brown Cemetery
Eagleville, Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5447006, -94.0357971

21. Millsap Cemetery
Grand River, Decatur County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7333310, -93.9502260

22. Maple Row Cemetery
Kellerton, Ringgold County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7077700, -94.0424500

23. Catholic Cemetery
Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5522003, -93.8380966

24. Payne Cemetery
Hatfield, Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 40.5592003, -94.0733032