Trish Johnston (née Tiegs)
1959 - 2024
Trish Johnston, aged 65, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and loved ones at the Windsor Regional Hospital, Ouellette Campus, on November 28, 2024. Born in Windsor, Trish was the beloved daughter of William and the late Marion (née Dodge) Tiegs. She was the cherished wife of Don Johnston for 41 wonderful years.
Loving mother to Josh Johnston (Jaclyn) and Rachel Bruin (Cody). Proud Mimi of Emilia, Ainsley, Lyla, Lydia, and Grace. Dear sister to Tim Tiegs (Laurie) and predeceased by her brother Billy Tiegs. Sister-in-law to Carol Delorme (Vic) and Richard Johnston (Sandy). Trish was a beloved aunt to Bethany Tiegs, Madeline Tiegs (fiancé Cody), Robert Paun, Megan McAllister, and Kristal Flowers, and was predeceased by her nephew Jonathan Tiegs. She will be dearly missed by many friends and extended family.
Trish started her career at St. Joseph’s Hospital before excelling in her role as the Executive Assistant to the Director of Education with the Lambton-Kent District School Board. She enjoyed fitness, yoga, meditation, and reading, but her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her granddaughters.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Links of Kent, 120 Indian Creek Rd W, Chatham, on Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 3:00 - 6:00 pm. Donations in memory of Trish can be made to Chatham Goodfellows or Chatham PAWR (Pet and Wildlife Rescue). Online condolences may be shared at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com.
