Brian JOHNSTON Obituary

What a delightful couple. Remembered Xowners of Deckchair.

Praying for all the family at this very sad time. We are comforted by the knowledge that Grace and Brian are safe in the arms of Jesus.

Gone but not forgotten. May you both rest in peace. Love you both. Love Ur Wee Brother Kenneth&Helen,Ruth&Eddie,Louise&Mia,Philip,Trevor & Jill xxxxxxx

Brian and Grace became our best friends when they lived in Miami for a short time back in the 1980's. We have never known anyone who so thoroughly and genuinely reflected the love of Christ to others. My wife, Christine, developed her own way of checking herself for Alzheimer's Disease...she recites the names of the Johnston children...if she gets them all correct she knows she's OK. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the children and grandchildren...you are all very blessed to have had Brian and Grace as your parents/grandparents.

Grace & Brian:much-loved cousin. Both will be missed by her family from the UK. Prayers for the close family in NZ.

Great love resides in great people. Grace and Brian were two such people. The first time I met Grace she was lying flat on her back in the Bethlehem College boardroom ready to interview me. I knew I liked her straight away! And Brian provided me with one of my most memorable parent interviews ever! Hilarious. Much love to the whanau. Miss B.

Deeply saddened to hear of Brian and Grace's passing but we take much comfort in knowing they were safely inscribed on the palms of the Lord's hands. Isaiah 49:16 Forever with the Lord their Saviour. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family

I have only known Brian for a short time while working at the Credit Union based in the Tauranga Hospital. He was a witty man who loved a laugh and I loved his Irish accent. I am saddened by his loss as I had only just spoken to him before xmas. He was a great friend who was willing to help. My family and I would like to offer our condolences to the Johnston family.They will be sadly missed by all.

Brian and Grace were kind, non judging, selfless, loving. The kind of parent that I hope to be. I have such great memories of going to their house after Church on a Sunday, it was a house full of love and laughter. Their children are testament to the wonderful people they were. Lots of love to the Johnstons x

May you all know the comfort of God's arms around you at this time of such sadness and loss. My first memories of 'the Johnston family' was when you arrived at our home on arriving from Ireland, Lucy was only 3 months old. There are many memories of times spent together and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Caroline Honore, (now Levin)

I have fond memories of meeting the Johnston family when they arrived in Tauranga. I loved Brian and Grace's Irish accent. When my mum told me they were from Ireland, I asked " What island?" I think I was about age 7. Many fun times were had playing at their house with their children. My heart is saddened by their passing. All my love to their beautiful children.

Praying for you all, I remember Grace as a young girl in Belfast coming form a wonderful extended family. Sincere Christian Greeting Ruth (Nee Jeffers) and Gordon Smyth Ireland