Born August 24, 1927. Passed away July 9, 2026.

24/08/1927 – 9/07/2026

Passed away in Warrnambool.

Beloved wife of Neil (dec.).

Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law Gail and David Davies, Nola and Graeme Bell,

Thea, Evelyn and Peter Auchettl, Lyle (dec.), Louise and Timothy Holden.

Loving Gran and Granny of 10 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

It was Margarets wish for a private burial.

A celebration of life will take place, see Tuesdays Standard for details.

Tributes

1. Dear Louie , Gail,Nola,Thea,Eve and family 🧡
   So sad to hear of the passing of your darling mum Marg, Sharnay our daughter had the privileged of meeting Margaret from the past few months.
   I have such beautiful memories of Marg as kids when you all were on the farm such a lovely lady 🙌🏻🫶
   R.I.P Mrs J
   Love to you all and the family
   Sharon & Sharnay Paton xoxo

   Sharon Paton

   July 12, 2026 10:53 am

2. Rest in peace Mrs Johnstone
   A life well lived, much love to you all 🕊️ xx

   Helen Greene

   July 11, 2026 8:37 pm

3. Margaret was one of the most beautiful ladies I have ever known, thinking of you Nola and families, still remember our tenpin days, Pat

   Pat Jensen

   July 11, 2026 7:56 pm

4. Deepest sympathy to Ev, Thea and families
   A constant at rowing on the Merri in our youth
   Love Sue and Paul van Rooy

   Sue Van Rooy

   July 11, 2026 4:34 pm

5. Dearest Gail, Nola, Thea, Evelyn, Louise and families.
   Thinking of you all as you celebrate the life of your dear Mum, Granny, and Great Granny.
   Your Mum was a special, caring, and loving lady, always with a beautiful smile. Whenever we met.
   May you be comforted by the many heartfelt thoughts of others...
   May you be strengthened by the many precious memories of your darling
   Reunited with your dear Neil and Lyle.
   It's time to rest now. XX ❤️ 🙏

   Kaye Johnstone

   July 11, 2026 1:26 pm

6. I shed a tear for your beautiful mum today. Such a kind, steady, faithful friend to mum. She always had a great laugh with Dad too. I will always remember the afternoon tea spreads at the farm. Those biscuit tins were always full. I loved her chocolate cake recipe with the chocolate icing in the middle. I remember her sewing too and the times we entered the Miss Showgirl competitions at country shows!

   I send lots of love to Gail, Nola, Ev, Thea and Louise. A beautiful lady who made the world a better place with her kindness to others and our family. Thinking of you all x

   Sally Goldstraw

   July 11, 2026 10:38 am

7. Sincere condolences to the Johnstone family on the passing of Margaret. A beautiful lady now at rest.
   Coogee McCosker & Family

   Barnie McCosker

   July 11, 2026 9:35 am

8. Deepest Sympathy to ALL members of the Johnstone Family on the passing of dear Margaret. A much loved and devoted member of
   the South Warrnambool Presbyterian Church for many years.
   Rest in Peace dear Margaret with your Beloved Neil & Lyle.

   Board of Management & Members South W/Bool Presbyterian Church.

   Jean Burley

   July 10, 2026 4:22 pm

9. A beautiful and much loved lady who will be so greatly missed. So many fond memories of you Marg, you were an absolute legend.

   Deepest sympathy to Gail, Nola, Thea, Evelyn,Louise & families.

   RIP ❤️ xxx

   Alison Elliott

   July 10, 2026 2:02 pm