Mickey Ralph Johnston

Mickey Ralph Johnston, 73, of Ridgeway died on November 15, 2019 at his home. He was born February 23, 1946 in Henry County to Johnnie Noel Johnston and Goldie Conley Johnston, both deceased. He is survived by his wife, Rose Wiles Johnston of the home; a step-son, Matthew Noel Nichols; a sister, Sharon Johnston Clanton (George); one brother, Leonard Johnston (Susan); grandchildren, Hayden Nichols and Sophie Nichols; a niece, Tamara Johnston Bogan; nephews, Patrick Johnston, John William "Will" Clanton II and George Wayland Clanton, Jr., and a brother-in-law, Kenneth Wayne Gee. Mr. Johnston served in the U.S. Army during the Viet Nam era. His career was as a Branch Manager for Branch Bank and Trust (BB&T). He was a 32nd° Mason and a member of Fontaine Baptist Church. Mickey loved the game of golf. He also loved and played baseball and was a 4th round draft pick for the Minnesota Twins, playing in the Florida Rookie League. In addition, he was an avid fan of Alabama football. The family will receive friends on Monday, November 18, 2019 from 6:00PM until 8:00 PM at McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Martinsville. A Memorial Service will be conducted on Tuesday, November 19, at 2:00 PM at McKee-Stone, Martinsville with Minister Dave Cuthbertson officiating. The family wishes to express special gratitude to Dr. Katragadda and to Mountain Valley Hospice for the loving care and attention they offered to Mr. Johnston. They ask that, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be rendered to Mountain Valley Hospice, 730 E. Church Street, Suite #13, Martinsville, VA 24112. Services are being provided by McKee-Stone Funeral Home, Martinsville, VA.