JOHNSTON, Rodney Owen | Death Notices | Cairns | Benalla Ensign

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Publication: The Cairns Post

Date Listed: 17/12/2025

Location: Slacks Creek

Rodney Owen Johnston

Born in Cairns.

Passed peacefully aged 88, in Logan.

Son of Myra Alice and James Owen, and older brother to Lyndley Arthur Samuel.

Adored husband of Marlene.

Cherished father of Kym, Leesa, Peta and Tanya, and their families.

Forever in our hearts, you will be missed every day.

16/08/1937 - 12/12/2025

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