Douglas Gerald Johnston
August 14, 1996 ~ July 16, 2019
Douglas Gerald Johnston, 22, of Indianapolis, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 16, 2019. Born August 14, 1996 in Indianapolis, Doug was the son of Brian T. and Dianne (Imran) Johnston; both of his parents survive and reside in Indianapolis.
Doug was a faithful member of St. Barnabas Catholic Church where he attended grade school. He spent his high school years at Roncalli performing in show choir, musicals, school plays, Comedy Sportz; he graduated in 2015. Doug was an aspiring musician and student of musical theatre at Molloy College in Hampstead, New York where he obtained his associate’s degree in fine arts. While living in New York, he enjoyed his work as a “Jack of all trades” at a Cuban restaurant.
Doug is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Gerald P. and Helen M. Johnston; his maternal grandfather, Steve Imran; and his uncle, Doug Johnston.
Along with his parents, other survivors include his siblings, Sarah M., Joshua S., and Julia H. Johnston all of Indianapolis; his maternal grandmother, Margaret R. Imran of Indianapolis; his uncles, Gregory (Dee) Johnston of Terre Haute, Bradley Johnston of Spokane, Washington, and Alan Imran of Indianapolis; his aunts, Cheryl (Brian) Huffine of Indianapolis, and Karen (Rick) Giddings of Moscow, Idaho; his girlfriend of 4 years, Alaina Robb of Salt Lake City; along with numerous cousins, and many friends.
Family and friends will gather to celebrate the life of Doug Johnston from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, July 19, 2019 in the Daniel F. O’Riley Funeral Home, 6107 S. East Street, Indianapolis. Morning prayers will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 20 at the funeral home followed by 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Barnabas Catholic Church, 8300 Rahke Road, Indianapolis. Burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery privately and at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial contribution to St. Barnabas Catholic Church Music Fund, Roncalli High School Music and Theatre Departments, or the Blaine Jarrett Memorial Scholarship Fund at Buck Creek Players, Inc.; envelopes will be provided at the funeral home. You are invited to visit www.OrileyFuneralHome.com where you may express online condolences to the Johnston family.
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We were just talking last week about the first time we met. I was so happy when we made the fall play together. Theatre brought us together and nothing could wreck our friendship- not high school, not distance, nothing. I loved watching you perform, you were so talented. Doug, you were such a great and loving friend and I will miss you dearly.
Between the countless fun at our apartments, to the incredible trip to the river house, you have given me nothing but incredible and happy memories. You’ll always be my favorite Doug and on it my very best friends. Love you lots.
Made some great memories with you at roncalli. You helped me get through freshman year and went out of your way to help me make friends when I was the only freshman in show choir. Much gratitude and love for you Doug.
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My sincere condolences on the loss of a loved one gone too soon…
I will forever be grateful for every second I got to call you my friend. One of the kindest, funniest, and most caring people this world has ever seen. I will miss you forever. Love you, man
Thoughts and prayers go to you brother and to your family. I’ll never forget all the great times we had in high school together.
So sorry for your loss. Sending lots of prayers to you all ߙϰߏ۰ߙϰߏ۰ߙϰߏ»
Doug will always be my best friend. He was the kindest, most loving guy I’ve ever known and he was always there for me whenever I needed him. Between playing video games together for hours on end, just talking about life with each other, or making music, there are too many memories to count. Thanks Doug, I’ll cherish our friendship every day.
Words can’t express our sorrow for your loss. I always enjoyed watching Doug coach the RHS CYO basketball team. He had such a creative spirit and dedication to his friends. You’ll be in our thoughts and prayers!
You gave so much to so many. Thank you for making sure everyone felt loved, valued, and accepted. See you again, my friend.
I was so lucky to have Doug as my little during his time at Molloy. Such a fun, kind, and genuinely awesome dude, and I’m so incredibly grateful for the time I got with him. There was never a dull moment. Rest in peace, man. You’ll be sorely missed.
Doug was the one of the kindest souls I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting and calling my friend. He was always there with a huge smile on his face and a bear hug waiting just for you. I have nothing but the fondest memories of him and will cherish those forever. I hope we meet again someday so you can finally give me those guitar lessons. Love you so much, Doug. Rest In Peace.
The Johnston family is in our prayers. We are so very sorry for your loss. May your memories of Douglas bring you comfort. Angela and Tony Milto
So sorry for your loss. Doug lit up any room he entered and brought such joy to so many. For many years he was like a second son at my house. My heart aches for you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love the Reeves
We were shocked when we heard this. Big Mike just talked to Doug the other day. Doug was an amazing, thoughtful, kind and caring young man. Big Mike and Molly have so many great memories of Doug. We will all miss him so much. The Mcclellan Family is so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Michelle Mcclellan and Kids
I was never super close friends with Doug in high school because of a few years separating us, but I got to spend a couple years with him doing theater and show choir. I remember his sense of humor, his assuring smile, and the fact that he was always with other people. His genuine, caring spirit always brought people together. He was a blessing to everyone he met. I know that he will be missed. You are in my prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers with you and your family. Words cannot express the sorrow and our hearts aches for you. Your Francis Emergency Family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Johnston family. Truly saddened by this loss. We enjoyed Doug in Danny’s grade school class until HS graduation, and on the football field. I can’t express our sympathy adequately.
My heart goes out to Doug’s loved ones. This is such extremely sad news to hear. Working with students who have so much love for creating art and telling stories is a joy. Doug was always respectful to me and we had a good handful of “keep it real” moments. Though I was sad to see him leave our musical theatre program, I was glad that he followed what felt right to him. It brought a smile to my face that I still saw him as an audience member for shows and we would always hug it out, smile, and do a quick check-in. Rest in peace, Doug. You will be remembered.
There are times when one ask”why”. There are no answers. To the Johnston Family, Doug was a talented, nice young man. His love of music was a blessing to those who heard him at St. Barnabas. He brought joy to those who witnessed his talent. I pray that God gives you comfort and peace during this time. Judy Harkness
I’m in shock I just saw this. I had the privilege to work with Doug at Ruby Tuesday’s! He was always so kind, funny, but most of all selfless. We had just talked a couple weeks ago and caught up on life. May you be at piece Doug! You will be dearly missed. My condolences to the Johnston family.
Writing this is very hard because this is all really happening, but I know Doug would want us to keep our chins up and remember the happiest of times with him and smile. Doug and I had so many fond memories, but my favorites would be the times we would be hanging out alone talking about life, jamming out with Alaina or seeing his Rendezvous pull up behind public square to pick me up and hang. Your story and life will live on, I promise you that my brother!! Love you man❤️
Doug took me under his wing when I first moved to New York. I remember the first day I met you, on the beach of Hempstead lake. I will never forget that day. Ill never forget our laughs, smiles, and memories. You were a big brother to me. I will miss you forever. Until next time. Rest easy
Its hard to believe I’m writing this. You were one of my first friends in college. I cannot thank you enough for everything you did for me and for everyone in CAP21. You were there at every show and ready to give hugs to everyone. You will always live in our hearts and our memories.
There’s still a part of me that can’t believe it. Like everyone you touch, you are such a bright light. Moving to New York for college, you helped me feel welcomed, accepted and loved. Although I’ve lost count how many times I left my dorm to visit yours, I clearly remember the first time we played Super Smash Bros in your room and you were amazed by the accuracy of my Ness Up + B. ⚡ We played music and talked about writing a song together, I helped you review music theory and choreography from dance class, and who could forget when I stayed past visiting hours so you, Alaina Violette, Ian Stewart Morton Greiner, and Frankie Rocco contemplated whether to hide me under the bed, in the closet, or behind the door? ߘ°ߛϰߑհߚª We didn’t talk as much after my medical leave, but I remember every time we met you’d hug me, laugh with me, and it was as if no time has passed. You wanted to teach me how to play Ness better, remember? ߎ® The world really lost a light today by losing you, but I will never forget our memories. Thank you for everything Doug Johnston. ߒ•
On behalf of the MOLLOY College/CAP21 Program we offer our deepest condolences to the Johnston family for the untimely passing of our former student. Doug was well Loved during his time with us. He will he dearly missed. Our thoughts are with his family, Alaina, and all who loved him.
You were my first friend. There has never been a moment of my life that didn’t have you in it; you are there in every piece of my childhood. The world isn’t as bright without your infectious smile. You are the kindest, funniest, most talented man I have ever known. I have so many memories of us I will cherish forever. You are so loved. And you are dearly missed.
Prayers and hugs for you and your family
So sorry to hear of this loss. He played at a band gig where I also played a couple years back. While catching up with him, it was clear that his great qualities from grade school were still prevalent in his recent years, and I admire him greatly. His family helped craft him into a wonderful human, and his actions left a huge and positive impact behind. Sending peace and love.
So sad,You were a great guy,And always fun and positive.Rest in peace buddy.
Praying for the Johnston family. I always admired how talented and kind Doug was. I’m so glad I was able to see him share his talents throughout Barnabas and Roncalli. I’m so blessed to have known him and he’s already missed by so many.
Doug was a very talented, kind-hearted young man who will be greatly missed by me. Sing with the angels in Heaven, my friend!
You are always in our thoughts.