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William John Johnston

Birth	:	16 Mar 1842 South Fayette Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, USA
Death	:	17 Jun 1915 Peters Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania, USA
Burial	:	Oak Spring Cemetery, Canonsburg, Washington County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.2621994, -80.2042007
Plot	:	Section L, Lot 17
Description	:	William J. Johnston died at his home in Peters township late Thursday afternoon after an illness that had lasted pretty much all spring. His condition some weeks ago alarmed his friends, but he later rallied and was able to come to Canonsburg. A few weeks ago, however, he suffered from a general breakdown, which affected his heart. Mr. Johnston was one of the best-known residents of this community, in which he had spent nearly his entire life. A soldier in the Civil War, a successful farmer and prominent in church affairs, he lead an active and useful life throughout,... Read More	William J. Johnston died at his home in Peters township late Thursday afternoon after an illness that had lasted pretty much all spring. His condition some weeks ago alarmed his friends, but he later rallied and was able to come to Canonsburg. A few weeks ago, however, he suffered from a general breakdown, which affected his heart. Mr. Johnston was one of the best-known residents of this community, in which he had spent nearly his entire life. A soldier in the Civil War, a successful farmer and prominent in church affairs, he lead an active and useful life throughout, his more than threescore years and ten. Mr. Johnston was born March 16, 1842 in South Fayette township, Allegheny county, the son of John and Elizabeth (Roy) Johnston, being the youngest but one of seven children. The father died in 1853. In 1862 Mr. Johnston enlisted in Company D, One Hundred and Forty-ninth Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, under Col. Stone. His record in the war is thus told in the published history of his company: "William J. Johnston enlisted August 22, 1862, as a private, and served with the company from the start to the finish, taking part in every battle, march or skirmish in which the regiment was engaged, and never missed the call of the roll, except, when on picket or other duty. He served his entire term without sickness, but was wounded at the battle of North Anna December 1, 1864. He was promoted corporal for continuous faithful service and gallant conduct on the field. "He was quiet, unobtrusive, always up to the firing line, and a general favorite in the company ad regiment. At the battle of Dabney's Mills he carried James C. Barclay (who was severely wounded by his side, and who begged of him not to leave him to the mercy of the rebels) bodily off the field, and saved him from capture." Upon his return from the war Mr Johnston engaged in farming. In 1866 he and his widowed mother came to the farm in Peters township where he continued to live. On February 26, 1874, he was united in marriage to Ella J., daughter of the late Hugh McDowell. Five children were born to them; Eva L., John Ehner, William M., Bessie and Warren Blaine, all of whom, with his widow, survive. William is a physician located in the central part of the State. Bessie is the wife of George W. Brugger of Canonsburg. James Johnston, near Morganza, is a brother and Mrs. W. P. Morgan, Canonsburg, a sister. Since 1869 Mr. Johnston had been an active member of the Greenside Avenue United Presbyterian Church, and since March 18, 1893, a ruling elder in the congregation. Funeral services will be held at his late home Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Interment will be in Oak Spring cemetery. The Daily Notes Canonsburg, Pennsylvania 18 Jun 1915, Fri • Page 1

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William John Johnston's memorial is located at: Oak Spring Cemetery, Canonsburg, Washington County, USA.
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William John Johnston death on 17 Jun 1915 in Peters Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania, USA
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Latitude: 40.2621994
Longitude: -80.2042007

Family Members:

Parent

Spouse

Eleanor Joe “Ella” McDowell Johnston

(1847 - 1919)

Siblings

James Johnston

(1840 - 1917)

Martha Johnston Morgan

(1845 - 1921)

Children

J. Elmer Johnston

(1879 - 1961)

Dr William M. Johnston

(1880 - 1967)

Bess Marion Johnston Brugger

(1882 - 1956)

Warren Blaine Johnston

(1883 - 1948)

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