JOHNSTON - Gary W. Of the City of Tonawanda, NY, January 29, 2025. Beloved husband of Sandra L. (Richardson) Johnston; dearest father of Christopher P. Johnston (Patricia A. Greene), Kelly M. (David) Bradley, Timothy W. (Laurie) Johnston, Tracey M. (John) Stanko, Julie L. (James) Rodriguez and Todd C. (Heather) Johnston; also survived by 13 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; loving son of the late Kenneth W. and Eleanor (Murphy) Johnston; brother of the late Lynn (John) Calabrese and Dale (John) Blakita; brother-in-law of Douglas Richardson (Bunny Dupuis) and Mary Beth Suczynski (Russ Wiese); also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Mr. Johnston was a U.S. Air Force veteran. Memorial contributions may be made to the SPCA Serving Erie County. Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, (716) 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com