Barb Johnston passed away in Port Alberni with family by her side on Thursday, May 3, 2018 at the age of 71.
Barb is survived by sons Lonny and Lance (Jennifer); grandchild Kessan; nephews Steven (Corinne) and Jason (Liza); as well as extended family and many friends.
Born and raised in the Alberni Valley, Barb chose to stay after graduating. She showed her passion, commitment and dedication to her community with the city of Port Alberni and RCMP for over 25 years.
Barb called Sproat Lake home for many years living out her fathers family vision and enjoyed all four seasons at the lake very much equally. Whether working outside in the yard, cooking and baking, socializing or walking with friends and family her tremendous spirit was forever shining.
A Celebration of Barb’s Life will be held at 1:00 pm, Saturday, May 19, 2018 at First Baptist Church, 6211 Cherry Creek Road, with Paster Bill Cottrill officiating.