PRESTON : ROBERT DELONG
Peacefully at the Smiths Falls Hospital on Saturday October 31, 2020. Robert Preston of Portland, in his 93rd year. Son of the late George Delong Preston and Etta Winona Rennick. Predeceased by his first wife, Joyce MacPherson in 1987. Survived and cherished by his second wife, Joan Strack (Anweiler); son Paul of Nanaimo and daughter, Sheri (Bob) Francis of Winchester. Also survived by sisters, Charlotte (the late Duane) Justus of Winchester, and Dixie (the late Sandy) Cook of Renfrew. Beloved Pop of grandsons; Shawn (Carrie) Francis of Carleton Place and Sam (Jessica MacMichael) of Wakefield, Quebec, as well as Harley (Lyndsey) Preston of Victoria, B.C., Graeme Preston and Anise Theurer both of Vancouver, B.C. and their children. Predeceased by infant daughter, Mary Jane and grandson, Jesse Preston. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Special step-dad to the Anweiler children; Patricia (Bob) Johnston of Toronto, Rebecca (Lorraine Chick) of Kingston, Jeffrey (Angela Gayle) of Lyndhurst and Jane (Chris Sherrin) of London, ON and their children and grandchildren. Teacher, historian, raconteur, photographer and great friend to so many, her will be remembered for his gentle wit, humour and his love of nature, art and music. A celebration of his life will be held by the families at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to your local food bank or charity of your choice will be appreciated by the families.
Rest in peace Darling; you have earned your wings.
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Death notice for the town of: Elgin, Province: Ontario