Lloyd D. Johnston

Lloyd watched more than he spoke—and he noticed the specifics.
He would always remember the details about my life and would ask how it was going each time we met. He had a way to see through your conversation and get right to the point. Always making sure you can defend your career/life directions like a champion.

My heart melted watching him observe his family after missing the holiday gatherings during covid. When everyone finally came back together I saw the recognition and pride he had with his family. When I hugged him tightly (not his favorite move from me) and praised him about his beautiful family, I saw that sparkle in his eyes and his heartfelt tenderness unable to contain that austere Dad role. I caught you Lloyd! 🙂

He was gentle with his grandchildren. His love language was performing small acts of service (fixing something, showing up, a practical gift, a ride, a check-in call), and always making sure they were okay.

Lloyd wasn’t loud with love—but he was faithful with it. And we will miss that steady presence in our lives.

My condolences to Rita and family. I always enjoyed chatting with Lloyd about hunting and fishing, flying, monarch butterflies, electric bikes and life “Blue skies and tailwinds” my friend.

Lloyd David Johnston was one of the most important men in my life.

I was in my twenties when I met Lloyd, and he was in his fifties and recently retired. At that stage in life, you don’t always realize when you’re meeting someone who will shape your future — but looking back, I know that’s exactly what happened. He became far more than a friend or business mentor. He was like a second father to me.

Lloyd believed in me before I had fully learned to believe in myself. He supported me in many financial ventures, and while he had already achieved great success on his own, he never held that over me. Instead, he used his experience and confidence to lift me up. Knowing he stood behind me gave me the courage to take risks I might not otherwise have taken. His backing wasn’t just financial — it was emotional. It was steady. It was unwavering.

What made Lloyd special wasn’t just his intelligence or financial acumen. It was his character. He had a quiet strength, a sharp mind, and a sense of humor that made you feel at ease. He could fix anything — including, at times, my perspective. He had a way of making challenges feel manageable and opportunities feel possible.

I always felt it was one of the great blessings of my life that I knew him. What meant even more to me was that he made me feel the same way — that he valued our relationship and valued me too. That is a rare gift.

I’m heartbroken that I cannot be at the service due to prior family commitments in California. Please know that I am there in spirit, holding Rita and the entire Johnston family in my thoughts and prayers.

One detail that feels especially meaningful to me is that Lloyd shared his birthday — April 9 — with my grandson Elliott. I will never see that date on the calendar without thinking of him. It’s a reminder that the impact of a good man carries forward through generations.

Lloyd made a difference in my life in ways that can’t fully be measured. I am better because I knew him. And I will carry what he taught me — about work, confidence, loyalty, and belief — for the rest of my life.

He will always hold a place in my heart.

Lloyd was the brother-in-law who always gave me guff…and I loved it. How he will be missed!

My condolences go out to the family with this great loss. He was fun to enjoy the outdoors with. A true sportsman.