Virginia Moore Johnston: Sept. 11, 1932-May 2, 2026

Virginia Moore Johnston of Hunt, Texas—devoted wife, loving mother, and proud grandmother—went home to be with the Lord on May 2, 2026, at age 93. Virginia was born to Jasper and Maryon Moore in Hunt, Texas, on September 11, 1932. She was blessed with a loving childhood and lifelong relationships with her family, including her brother, Thomas Jasper “Jack” Moore, III.

Virginia graduated from Kerrville Tivy High School and earned a degree in chemistry from the University of Texas. At U.T., she was named University of Texas Posture Queen, an early indication of the grace and poise that would characterize her throughout her life. She was also honored as a Duchess of the Order of the Alamo during Fiesta San Antonio and as a debutante in the Tyler Rose Festival. After college, she began her career at Tenneco, then transitioned to managing a lumberyard and eventually to owning Moore’s Home Furnishings in Kerrville.

Virginia devoted decades of her life to Moore’s, where she was not only a hands-on entrepreneur but also a businesswoman ahead of her time. She was deeply devoted to her customers, building relationships with them, and often spending many hours visiting with them. She took pride in helping young people establish store credit, believing in their futures and giving them an opportunity to build financial independence. She remained actively involved at Moore’s well into her eighties, stepping away only when her health declined.

At age 30, Virginia married the love of her life, William “Hamp” Johnston, Jr. They were married on December 15, 1962, in the Hunt United Methodist Church. Their 60-year union served as a model of steadfast dedication and love beyond bounds. In her final days, she was always looking for “Daddy.”

Virginia and Hamp were devoted parents to their children Mary Martha and Bill, raising them in Junction with unwavering love and encouragement. The family often reminisces about their one telephone, no-TV household that once seemed unbearable to the children but now stands as a beautiful example of intentional family life.

Virginia was known to her three grandsons as Grammy, and there could not have been a better one. She loved developing in them a sense of awe for nature during their time at the ranch and was driven to instill a strong work ethic and business acumen through their experiences at the furniture store.

Virginia was a faithful servant of her Lord, Jesus Christ. Throughout her life, she was an active member of Hunt United Methodist Church and a devoted member of the First Methodist Church of Junction, where she also sang in the choir. She had a beautiful voice and loved singing hymns; her family found great joy in hearing her continue to sing praises to the Lord, even in the last stages of her life. She loved her Sunday School classes and, alongside Hamp, hosted many church gatherings at their ranch in Hunt. She was a long-standing member of the Hunt Garden Club and was known for her beautiful flowers.

Virginia was committed to advancing cancer research and treatment, serving for 27 years on the MD Anderson Board of Visitors, and was also devoted to education through her service on the U.T. School of Education Board.

Virginia had many qualities that endeared her to all—her love, grace, dedication, and service to others will be remembered most. Nothing was more important to her than her family. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Mary Martha and John Pickens of Dallas and Bill and Rachel Johnston of Kerrville; her grandsons, Will Johnston of Houston, and Luke Johnston and Jackson Johnston, both of Kerrville; and numerous extended family members and dear friends.

Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Hamp Johnston, her parents, and loved ones who went before her.

The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to all who enriched her life and cared for her so faithfully, especially her devoted caregivers, who consistently went above and beyond, and to Miguel and Ramon Trujillo, Dr. James Young, Peterson Hospice, and the staff at Riverpoint of Kerrville.

A memorial celebration of Virginia’s life will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Hunt United Methodist Church, with a reception and lunch to follow in the Fellowship Hall. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hunt United Methodist Church.

Services with integrity, pride, and honor are under the direction of Kerrville Funeral Home.