1968 – 2016

With heavy hearts the family of Lionel Van Johnston, late of Mistawasis First Nation, sadly announce his sudden passing on September 11, 2016 at the age of 47 years. The Wake for Lionel commenced on Monday, Sept. 12, 2016 at 8:00 p.m. at the Mistawasis Family Centre. The Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, Sept. 15, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from the Family Centre. Interment will be held at a later date. Lionel is lovingly survived by, his children, Heather Johnston (Brandon Wolfe); Brittany Johnston; Nolan Johnston, and Owen Johnston; the mother of his children Loretta; his siblings, Merle (Wendy) Johnston; Delores (Mel) Werchola; Dean Johnston; Shirley Johnston; Sharun (Daryl) Johnston; Kim (Kevin) Bear; Carmen Johnston; Lori Johnston; Gail Johnston; Andrea (Steven) Dumais; and Carrie Johnston. Lionel is predeceased by his father Gordon Johnston; his brother Owen (John) Johnston; his sisters Pauline, Karen, Myrna, Cora, Wanda, Daryllea, and Marie; his grandparents Jack and Annie Isbister; and Soloman and Mary Johnston. Family and friends wishing to send private online condolences are welcome to visit www.beaulacfuneralhome.com Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Beau “Lac” Funeral Home, Tammy Smart – Director (Shellbrook 306-747-2828).

• Date : 2016-09-11