Melanie Gay Johnston, 51 of California, MD died July 2, 2010 at St. Mary's Hospital.

Born November 19, 1958 in Salt Lake City, UT, she was the daughter of Robert and Marilyn Woodward.

Melanie was a secretary for St. Mary's County Government, Public Works Department, retiring in 2008 after 20 years of service.

Melanie is survived by her husband, Tom Johnston of California, MD, son; Michael Johnston of California, MD, step-sons; Edwin Johnston of St. Helen, OR and Randy Johnston of Dermune, ID, and sister; Laurie Klein of Midland, MI, also survived by seven grandchildren.

Services will be private.

Arrangements provided by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD