Shirley E. Camp Johnstone, 100, of North Haven, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 9, 2019 at her home with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late David R. Johnstone, Sr. Shirley was born in New Haven on January 3, 1919; daughter of the late Charles and Josephine Tripp Camp. She had worked for many years as a bookkeeper with her husband at their family business, The Johnstone Co. Shirley enjoyed crossword puzzles, classic movies, and spending time with her family whom she loved unconditionally. She is survived by her sons David R. Johnstone, Jr. and his wife Catherine,of Cheshire and Michael A. Johnstone and his wife Karen of Killingworth. Also survived by granddaughters Michelle Morris, Tracey Sorrentino, Tonya Johnstone, Sherrie Baumber and Heather McAllister and 9 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her beloved daughter Nancy, and her two brothers and three sisters. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all her care givers over the years for their care and compassion.
The visiting hours will be Saturday morning from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT. A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00AM. Interment will follow at Beaverdale Memorial Park, New Haven, CT.
The world has lost a strong and special lady. The years I spent trying to do her job at Johnstone Co. gave me a chance to learn so much from her. She was always so pleasant and free with advice and guidance. My heart goes out to the Johnstone family, I know she was truly the matriarch and the heart of such a close family. May she rest in peace.
We are very sorry to hear that Aunt Shirley had passed! Thought and prayers to the entire family! May she Rest In Peace god bless .
Mark and Dianne Johnstone
I love you Aunt Shirley. I can hear the laughter of everyone in heaven there to greet you. What a reception. A fiercely smart woman of truth, sincerity and a heart of gold. God bless you.