William C. Johnston, Jr., age 71, of Griffith, passed away February 20, 2012. He is survived by wife of 46 years, Rita; two sons: Tom Johnston of Lansing, IL and Scott Johnston of Franklin, TN; one daughter, Michelle (Michael) Thomas of South Bend, IN; seven grandchildren: Bryan (Jessica) Johnston, Becky, Alison, Austin, Jessica, Jared, and Joshua; two brothers: Jack (Judy) Johnston of IL and Michael (Shelly) Johnston of Indianapolis,. Funeral services will be held Friday, February 24, 2012 at 9:30 AM at Kuiper Funeral Home, 9039 Kleinman Road (two blocks south of Ridge Rd.) Highland with Rev. Don Rector officiating. Burial Chapel Lawn Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family on Thursday, February 23, 2012 from 3:00- 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. William was employed at Johnston & Associates of Highland. He was a member of the Highland Rotary Club. Memorials may be given to the Highland Rotary Club or to In Touch Ministries.