Obituary of John Joseph Williston

The death of Jack Williston of Saint John occurred unexpectedly at the Saint John Regional Hospital on Sunday, December 7, 2014. He was born in Saint John on August 29, 1939, and he was the son of the late Richard and Elizabeth (McDevitt) Williston. Jack is survived by his long-time companion Rita; two sons, Todd and Trevor; three daughters: Katherine, Tanya, and Janice; two sisters, Elizabeth (Betty) and Margaret (Peggy); five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. No visitation at the funeral home. However, friends and relatives are welcome to attend a Mass of Christian Burial to be held at St. Peter’s Church, 50 Clarendon Street, on Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at 11am. Donations to the NB Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements are under the care of Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John, 634-7424. www.brenansfh.com