Agnes Johnston
Updated: Sep 24
JOHNSTON, Agnes (Joy) (nee Blakely), (formerly of Balfour), Peacefully at Parata Residence for the Elderly, Gore on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Jim, loving Mum and mother-in-law of Suzanne and Greg Salton, Pam and Peter McDermott, Allan and Robina Johnston; treasured Grandma of Hannah, Rob; Nicholas, Rachel, Julia; Matthew; and great-Grandma of Arlo. Special sister and sister-in-law of Frank Blakely, *David and *Marg Blakely, *Leonard Blakely, *Gladys and *Bruce Baldwin, and loved Aunty of all her nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate the life of Joy will be held in the St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Ardwick Street, Gore on Friday, 25th September at 11.00am, followed by a light luncheon before the interment at Balfour Cemetery. Grateful thanks to all the staff at Parata for their care of Mum. Messages to: 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore 9710. (*denotes deceased). Southern Funeral Home FDANZ.
To Frank and Family.
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Joy. She was so special to Mum and I know they had lots of special times together. We are reminded of Joy lots as she was one of Mums (Dulcie Paterson) Bridesmaids. So we are reminded of her when we look at Mum and Dads wedding photo.
Sending love and prayers during this sad time.
Rhonda Lindberg (Nee Paterson).