Gaynell Eaton Johnston, 85, of Chester, VA, passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2022. Born in Richmond, VA, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Mary Elliott Eaton; and was also preceded in death by her husband, Herbert P. Johnston, Sr.; a daughter, Belinda Gayle Hammond; and one grandson, Brandon Lee Johnston. She will be remembered by her family as a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed sewing and spending time with her family. She is survived by her four children, Herbert P. Johnston, Jr. (Pam), Steve Johnston (Sharmaine), Mike Johnston, and Tommy Johnston (Hannah); numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one sister, Faye Davis (Steve); and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 31, 2022 at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Walthall Baptist Church in the memory of Gaynell Johnston. Condolences may be registered at
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