Johnston, Gilbert E. “Chuck” age 88, passed away on November 24, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Pamela Johnston (nee Beggs). Dearest father of Karen (Keith) Cutright and Brian (Christine) Johnston. Loving grandfather of Michelle (Matt) Wilson and Mark Cutright. Loving great grandfather of Chelsie and Brendan Wilson. Loving great great grandfather of Greyson Wilson. Dear uncle of Brittany (Kevin) Bohnert. Dear companion of Jane Kennedy. Dear brother-in-law, great uncle, cousin and friend.
Chuck was raised in the family business, Johnston’s Electric Train Shop. He served in the Korean War and graduated from St. Louis University in 1964. He worked for Anheuser-Busch where he installed and maintained the company’s initial computer system until he retired in 1993. He was actively involved in Boy Scouts, a member of Sons of the American Revolution and generously donated to multiple local charities.
Funeral from Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. Tuesday November 30, at 10:00 am. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association or Open Door Animal Sanctuary appreciated. Visitation Monday 4-8 pm.
karen and family, im so sorry for the loss of your father. i know he was a very important part of your life. he is in gods hands now, he will forever be himself again.
We had a friendship that lasted over 40 years. I will miss this kind, generous and fun-loving gentleman.
Chuck had such an interesting life & was very proud of his military service for a few years in both the USAF & US Army serving during the Korean conflict. He was employed by the Bush Brewery for over 35 years & assisted in putting the first computer in their company & formed a group of “trouble shooters” who traveled the US solving problems. Chuck & his late wife Pam were very active in the Boy Scout organization, supported & worked with the Catholic Church food bank, & were active in both the Sons of the American Revolution & DAR. Chuck was a great husband, father, & friend…he cared deeply about others & was always generous with his time & financial ability to help those in need. May God welcome him home! I was deeply honored to have known him & will miss him…
So very sorry for your loss. May God give you comfort at this time. Your all in my thoughts and prayers.
We were very sad to learn of Chuck’s passing. Our time with Chuck, Pam & Brian in the local, state, and national Children of the American Revolution was special and lengthy. I can still see Chuck cooking hotdogs for the group at pool party meetings they hosted. A sweet man, a staunch CAR dad, and a tease as the local SAR treasurer. Chuck, I hope you’re now on that extended fishing trip you were always threatening to take with Spirit of St Louis Chapter’s money.
Chuck was one of a kind. He knew and executed his two-fold careers “perfectly”
in the A-B Brewery and his Johnston’s Model-Traiin Shop.
He was equally savvy in the stock-market. AND, He was always the last one to leave a great party. He was very kind and attentive to Cora and Bill Beggs (as Son-in Law) I am already missing my Brother-in’Law Bill Beggs, III and wife Denise.