Alice E. Johnston, (nee Quaile) 81, formerly of Swarthmorewood in Ridley Twp. passed away peacefully on Wednesday October 23, 2013 in her home at the Residences at Chestnut Ridge, Chester PA..
Born in Philadelphia, PA, Alice was the daughter of the late William and the late Clara V (Neff) Quaile. She graduated from Collingdale High School in1949.
She was a customer service representative for the Franklin Mint in Media for over 20 years, retiring in 1995. Alice was a member of the Order of Eastern Star and was a former Girl Scout Leader. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.
Alice was an avid reader and enjoyed getting away to her camper at the Jersey Shore where she relaxed with her novels by the seashore.
Predeceased by her husband Joseph Johnston, and 7 siblings.
Survived by her children: Joseph P ( Elaine) Johnston ,Claire ( Ken) Voelker , Jean ( Michael) Finnegan, W. Craig ( Lynn) Johnston and James ( Vivian) Johnston.
sister: Marian Watt; 16 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews
Funeral service Wednesday at 11:00 am at Kevin M. Lyons Funeral Service, 202 S. Chester Pk, Glenolden
Visitation: Wednesday from 9-11 am at Kevin M. Lyons Funeral Service, 202 S. Chester Pk, Glenolden, PA.
Burial: Saints Peter & Paul Cemetery, Springfield.
On line condolences and memories can be placed on www.lyonsfs.com