Alberta Thoroughbred Industry Loses Longtime Horseman, Jack Johnston
Jack was a breeder, owner and tireless supporter of the Alberta Thoroughbred industry.
The CTHS Alberta is saddened to share the news of the recent passing of longtime Alberta horseman, Jack Johnston. Our sincere condolences go out to Jack's family and friends.
Jack was a breeder, owner and tireless supporter of the Alberta Thoroughbred industry. He was a most valued CTHS Alberta Director from 1993 until 2015 and was awarded the Ken Cohoe Trophy for Horseperson of the Year in 2010, along with his wife Linda, in recognition of a ‘lifelong personal involvement and dedication to the love of the Thoroughbred horse.’
In lieu of flowers, a donation in Jack’s memory may be made to the S.P.C.A, S.T.A.R.S. or a charity of the donors choice.
Obituary Notice published in MountainViewTODAY - December 27, 2022 for Jack Ranold Johnston
'Jack Johnston will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Linda; son, Donald (Kerry); daughter, Ivey (Carl); step-daughter, Gale (Brent); step-son, Dale (Vicky); sisters, May (Bob) Bannerman and Fay (Dallas) Haeberle; numerous grandchildren, great- grand-children and nieces and nephews. Jack was predeceased by his first wife, Margret Anne.
Jack always had a great love for horses and was a strong supporter to the horse world. He was a color inspector for the Pinto Association, was one the founding directors of the Didsbury Light Horse Association as well as an active member for most of his life. He was the leader for the Didsbury 4-H Horse Club as well as judging horse shows throughout the province.
Jack, Linda and family established Peaceful Valley Stables in the late 70’s. A thoroughbred boarding, breeding and foaling facility. Soon Jack became directly involved in the Canadian Thoroughbreed Horse Society and served as a director on the board for many years.
He always enjoyed horse racing and in later years always had a horse at the track. Having sold the farm Jack and Linda moved to Olds in December 2021.
Many thanks to the nursing staff and doctors at the Olds Hospital for the great care and compassion shown to him.
In lieu of flowers a donation in Jack’s memory may be made to the S.P.C.A, S.T.A.R.S. or a charity of the donors choice.'
MOUNTAIN VIEW TODAY Obituary Notice for Jack Johnston
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