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Jeff was a loving and devoted father to Hannah and Abigail. We will always remember his artistic soul and gentle nature. A talented writer, he served as Editor in Chief of Professional Bull Rider's Magazine.
The son of a military family, he spent his youth in a variety of locales including Tampa, FL, McLean, VA, Wilmington, NC, Seoul, Korea, and Brooklyn, NY, before his family settled in San Francisco, California. After graduating from St. Ignatius College Preparatory in 1986, Jeffrey earned an English degree from Whitman College in Walla Walla, Washington, and his law degree at Notre Dame. However, he ultimately found his home in Colorado Springs.
In addition to his daughters, Jeffrey leaves behind his father, Homer, of Petaluma, CA, brothers Michael (Mary) of Tiburon, CA, and Ryan (Erica) of Salt Lake City, UT, his former wife, Jennifer Johnstone, and beloved nieces and nephews Lance, Kylie, Skye, and Gage Johnstone.
Services will be held at Calvary Worship Center, 501 Castle Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, Saturday, Feb. 6 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, friends can donate to a fund established for his daughters at KeyBank, 719-228-4006.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Johnstone
Dave Jordan
January 30, 2024
Jeff old buddy I sure miss you!! Thanks for your friendship and for always being there.
Dave Jordan
January 30, 2023
Jeffery man I can't believe that it has been seven years already my friend. I think about you a lot, especially when I am up on the Peak' I wish I could call you and get your take on the chaos that is happening in our world right now.
Dave Jordan
January 31, 2022
Can't believe its been six years Jeff. Thanks for your friendship over the short time we knew each other. You were truly a good friend and the best Dad that I have ever known.
Dave Jordan
January 30, 2021
Where has the time gone my friend? I miss our friendship, sparring about different topics and immediately think of you when I see Notre Dame playing. You would be pleased with them, they are playing at a high level these days. See you on the Mountain this year for the 99th running.
DJ
Carol Hightshoe
February 8, 2016
Farewell my friend.
Rick & Barbara Salas
February 7, 2016
Via con Dios, Dear Jeff. Whatever will we do without your sarcastic posts? We will forever remember hanging out in NYC, and other PBR events. Such fun! You've been a great friend. Much love to Hannah and Abby.
Michelle O'Neill
February 6, 2016
Jeff will no doubt be the greatest editor of the Heaven Herald. This world is a greater place thanks to Jeff's kindness, humor and friendship. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family. May you all find peace in loving memories.
Tyler Storey
February 5, 2016
Farewell my friend and brother.
Scott Bourn
February 5, 2016
"Forever, and forever, farewell, Cassius! If we do meet again, why, we shall smile; If not, why then this parting was well made."
February 5, 2016
Jeff, thanks for always being there my friend. I will miss our exchange of Lonesome Dove quotes,your smile, your laugh but most of all your inspiration. Thank you for being there for me on those early mornings on Pikes Peak, even when your car caught on fire. Safe travels amigo, I hope to see you on the other side, maybe we can get that fishing trip in that we always talked about. I'll miss you buddy.
John & Rosalie Kelly
February 5, 2016
So sorry to hear of Jeff's passing, our thoughts and prayers are with the Johnstone family.
Becky
February 5, 2016
"Johnstone" you will definitely be missed by all. You were such a genuine and caring man to everyone who met you. I am truly honored to have worked with you and to have called you my friend. Rest in peace buddy.
Jane Ard-Smith
February 5, 2016
So sorry to hear about Jeff - what a good soul.
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