We Remember
JOHNSTON, Edward Donald
June 12, 1961 — October 21, 2025
It is With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, dad, brother, son and grandpa, Edward Donald Johnston, who passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on October 21, 2025.
He was predeceased by his father, Roy; sister, Mearl Blackman; and uncle John Tuulari. Ed was survived by his lovely wife Joanne; daughter, Kyra (Josh), and stepsons, Eric and Aaron; mother, Vickie Barron; brother George (Janice) and nieces Krista and Sarah; brother-in-law Jason Blackman (Leah) and nephew Bryce and nieces Sharann and Audrey; brother-in-law Real (Janice), and nephews Brad and Tyrell; and sister-in-law Henriette, and nephews Evan and Keeton (Carley).
Ed was born in Salmon Arm, BC, on June 12, 1961, to Roy and Vickie. Ed grew up in the Balmoral area of the Shuswap in BC, and attended Carlin Primary School, then moved to Salmon Arm for middle and high school. He moved to Kelowna, BC and went to Kelowna Secondary School for grade 12. Ed started working in the trucking industry right out of high school, first in Prince George, BC for several years, before moving back to Kelowna and the Shuswap, where he was hauling freight, logs, and gravel.
Ed loved the outdoors. He would be out camping and fishing with family at every opportunity. He loved sitting in the boat, enjoying a cigar and beer, waiting for the fish to bite.
In his younger years, Ed loved bowling and darts. He played in the pool league and was part of the IPSC hand gun shooting. Ed has always loved cars, especially his Javelin. He loved driving around the Rutland neighbourhood.
Ed loved sharing his stories; backyard parties; hanging with his dogs, Buddy and Ace; and laughing with family.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Liver Canada.
A Celebration of Life, will be held on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM (PST), at RUTLAND CENTENNIAL HALL, at 215 SHEPHERD RD, KELOWNA, BC. Make sure to BYOD to have a cheers to Ed.
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Service
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM (PST)
Location
RUTLAND CENTENNIAL HALL
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The service for JOHNSTON, Edward Donald is scheduled for SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM (PST). Below you will find the map for the service location and the contact information should you have any questions.


Our family is passing on our condolences to you, Joanne and family. The last time we were together we had some of Ed’s famous smoked fresh fish. We had a nice family gathering in your backyard. Grateful for the gatherings we have had together I’m looking forward to more. Hugs
Joanne, Jean-Marie and I are both so very sorry to have come across this message and realize how great a loss you have suffered. He was much too young for this to happen and you are much too young to have such an empty hole in your life. Be assured of our love and prayers at all times. We would love to go and be with you all but, unfortunately it is impossible at this time. We will make sure to pass on the news to the rest of our family. Maybe one of them could make it to Kelowna for the 8th. Once again, please accept our most sincere condolences. Love always! Tante Janine and Oncle Jean-Marie
I offer my condolences, Joanne, to you and your family.
Deeply sorry to hear about the heartbreaking loss of Fast Eddy, our heartfelt prayers go out to his family and friends during this difficult time. I had the priviledge to work and hang with Ed , to witness his passion for Family , friends, the outdoors and the hot rods. Always had a helping hand , knowledge to pass on and a large infectious grin. I have been honored to carry his memory on……may he rest in peace and his soul race on through the heavens.
We became friends in 1982 and from that point
on you were my best friend. Even though we lived far apart we had a lot of good times together as I spent many summers in Kelowna
Never did I think you would leave so soon. Love you miss you take care my friend. keep your eyes on the road and keep the truck warm I will see you soon.
Rick Tait
Deepest sympathies to Joanne and Family and his Mom Vickie. It was a shock to hear Eddie had passed away. Hugs to you both.