McEwen Funeral - Derita
Harvey W. Johnston, age 96, of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away on Friday, September 16, 2022. Harvey was born January 31, 1926 in Mecklenburg County to the late Fred and Annie Johnston. After serving with the U.S. Navy in World War II, he attended George Washington University in 1952 and graduated from the medical program. Upon graduation, Harvey became a physician, specializing in Urology. He made house calls, treated patients without regard to their ability to pay for his medical services, taught international medical interns, and mentored young physicians. He was a member of Mallard Creek Presbyterian Church where he served on session, taught Sunday School Class, and worked at the church barbeque for many years. Harvey was a previous moderator of the Mecklenburg Presbytery. In retirement, he took great pride in working alongside his father on the family farm.
Survivors include his 5 children. Eric Johnston, Robin Faison (Yates), Kurt Johnston, Brent Johnston (Catherine), and Amy Johnston (Mark Green); 4 grandchildren, Sylvia Johnston, Andrew Johnston, Thomas Johnston, and Emma Johnston. Harvey was preceded in death by his wife, Roberta Owen Johnston and a brother, Raeford Johnston. Friends may visit with the family on Saturday, November 26, 2022 from 3-4 PM at McEwen Derita Chapel, 6300 Mallard Creek Road Charlotte, NC 28262, with full military honors provided by the U.S. Navy at 4 PM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the following organizations; First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte TV Ministry, Doctors without Borders, or WTVI.
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