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Vivian Johnston

Vivian Lucille Egbert Johnston, age 90 of Hudson, passed away on December 12, 2015 at her winter residence in Anna Maria Island Florida.  Vivian was born April 28, 1925 in Hudson, WI, the daughter of Miner and Dena Egbert.  She graduated Valedictorian from Hudson High School in 1942. After school she worked as an assistant to a dermatologist in St. Paul. Vivian was married to James (Tom) Johnston and had three children.   

Vivian and Tom moved to Rapid City SD to be co-owners in an electrical supply business and raise their family. Vivian and Tom returned to Hudson to be closer to family and to found their business Marine Associates. Vivian worked in the office while raising her children and being a church organist for over 53 years. After retiring she and Tom enjoyed traveling the world over.

Vivian enjoyed her gardens, birds, music, knitting or needle pointing Christmas socks. She was an active volunteer at the Hudson hospital, multiple church activities, PEO member in both Hudson and Florida and singing in both her Hudson and Florida choirs. Tom and Vivian were hosts to two exchange students that became lifelong parts of the family; Michael Wiesner and Bronwyn (Eddie) Jackson.

Vivian will always be remembered for her impact on all her family and friends lives. She will be remembered for her unconditional love, kindness, strength and generosity. When you met Vivian you knew she was special. She always had a smile and hug for all.

Vivian will remain in the hearts of her daughter Dena Johnston (Bob Bailes), sister Barb Laatsch, daughter in law Ruthie Johnston , Grandsons Matthew Johnston ( Jen), Andrew Johnston, Jacob Talmage, Granddaughter Joanna Johnston  and Great Grandchildren Myles Johnston and Aubrey Johnston.  Nephews Tom Johnston (Joan), Janet Johnston, Dodie Denham (Duane), Deb Mincke (Kevin), John Laatsch (Mary) and Kathy Humpal (Paul)

She was preceded in death by her Mother and father; husband Tom, Daughter Margaret (Peg) Talmage and son Mark Johnston.

Memorial service for Vivian will be 11AM Monday January 18th at United Methodist Church in Hudson. Burial will be in the Willow River Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday January 17th from 3pm to 5:30pm at the O’Connell Family Funeral Home in Hudson, as well as one hour prior to the service at church Monday morning. In lieu of flowers, the family respects Vivian’s request for support to the Hudson United Methodist Church, Hudson Hospital, Social Circle United Methodist Church, and or Bridge of Hudson WI. Funeral services entrusted to the O’Connell Family Funeral Homes.

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