Thursday, January 14, 2016 7:57 am

Theodore Johnston, age 68, of Rutherfordton went home to be with the Lord Monday, January 4, 2016.

Ted was a native of Watsonville, CA. He was the son of the late David T. Johnston and the late Gaynell Pratt Johnston. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by: step-mother Fay Johnston; brothers: Robert Johnston and Jack Johnston.

Ted was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He retired from the United States Postal Services. He also served our country in the U.S. Navy.

Survivors include his wife of 49 years Deborah M. Johnston. Three Sons: Michael Johnston and his wife Chris of Dallas, NC; David Johnston and his wife Linda of Union Mills; Richard Johnston and his wife Sharon of Spindale. Two Brothers: Johnny Johnston of California and Kenneth Johnston of California. Two Step-Brothers: John Fuller of Pennsylvania and Paul Fuller of Alabama. Step-sister: Brenda Jenkies of California. 10 Grandchildren and 5 Great-grandchildren. Many nieces and nephews.

The funeral service was held at McMahan's Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. William Alley officiating. Interment held at Brittain Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Military honors were provided by the Rutherford County Honor Guard.

McMahan's Funeral Home & Cremation Services is in charge of arrangements.