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Obituary For Walter Louis Preston, Sr.

Walter Louis Preston, Sr., 89, of Kings Row, Martinsville, VA, departed this life on Monday, March 1, 2021 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born in Bassett, VA on April 9, 1931, the son of the late Bud Preston and the late Ada Helms Preston.

Walter was a member of Greater Love Ministries, and was a self employed contractor for Preston Construction for many years.

Walter leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 67 years, Marion Young Preston of the home; two sons, Walter L. "Lucky" (Yim) Preston, Jr of Hampton, GA, and Robert O. "Lan" (Nancy) Preston of Collinsville, VA; three daughters, Iris P. Clevert of Glen Allen, VA, Venena S. Preston of Jacksonville, FL, and Faith P. Wilson of Hiram, GA; twelve grandchildren; twelve great - grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 1 p.m. at Carver Memorial Gardens with Bishop Avery Preston, Eulogist. A public viewing will be held on Friday, March 5, 2021 at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. In accordance with the CDC, a face covering, and social distancing is required.

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My sincerest condolences to Aunt Marion, my cousins and the entire Preston family. Rest in heavenly power Uncle Louis. Your sister Betty and your other siblings welcome you to the other side. God Bless, Marcia Pearl

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Sorry for your Loss, Sending condolences and a Heartfelt prayer that God's presence will bring Comfort to the Family. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President.

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Peace Prayer of Saint Francis Printer Friendly Lord, make me an instrument of your peace: where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy. O divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console, to be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive, it is in pardoning that we are pardoned, and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen. This poem reminds me of Mr. Preston because he always gave and never asked for anything in return. He could always be counted on for a cold watermelon in the middle of the summer. He truly was a selfless man. I remember visiting him once when he was in the hospital in NC. He must have bragged on that visit to everyone he knew. My grandmother was so proud that I had done that. It made me realize how the simplest act that has no financial value can make the biggest impact. And that visit was nothing in comparison that all he had shared with me and my family. He will be missed - Chad Gamble

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May the Lord comfort you and provide you strength as only he can at this time. We are praying for the family and sending our love. Ricky & Vanessa Hailey.

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To Venena and the Preston family, I did not know your father, but if you are anything like him, then he was an awesome man. May you all take comfort in knowing he is at peace. Praying for you all at this difficult time and you have my deepest condolences. Rhonda Earl

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Louis was a very good father figure and friend to us from the time we moved here, we have been a close family member. We love you and God have you in His arm. We will continue to pray for comfort for the family. Thank you for being you. Carver and Connie and family

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Our condolences to Preston/Young family. A big impact of my youth was going to Martinsville to stay with Uncle Louis and Aunt Marion. A lot of memories only to be talked about in person (lol). Curtis (Nay) and Charlene Grogan

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Our thought and prayers are with you all. Love, Cecil and Joan(Lois) Smith

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Sending condolences to the Preston Family during your bereavement. May God's love give you comfort and peace. Gladys King

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I am gonna miss his jokes and his honesty. He was a great man. I always loved seeing him so I could get a good chuckle. He will be missed. Lan you and your family are in my prayers.

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Truly Lewis left an indelible mark on our hearts.He will be greatly missed.As a retired army veteran who has worn the uniform in some capacity for 58 years I rank Lewis the stalworth among men

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Louis Preston was a man of many talents. In all the years I've had the honor of knowing Louis, I always had strong respect for his many talents. Family; hold your heads high. The good Lord just plucked another flower. We offer our deepest thoughts in our prayers. Sammy and Recha Gamble

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Louis was a gift from God who blessed the world with Happiness & Love. The world is a better place because he gave his all. Rejoice in every good thing which the Lord your God has given to you ..... according to Deuteronomy 26:11 with Love , Respect & Sympathy Dorothy Wade Wallace

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No one knows what your heart needs now better than you and Jesus. Hold on to Jesus and he will carry you through. Johnell and Betty Manns

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Blessed are they that mourn for they will be comforted. Prayers are with you during this difficult time. Leth & Marian Hairston

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To Marion and the entire Preston Family, 2 Corinthians 5:8-To be absent from the body is to be present with the LORD. Rejoice in your memories, wrap yourself in his wisdom, and thank GOD for the gift of his life that he has allowed you to enjoy. May he grant you peace and comfort in the days ahead. Louis was a blessing to many especially our family at 106 Endless Street. Lovingly, Tonya Manns Jackson

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LEWIS WAS A GREAT HUMAN BEING WHO LOVE THE LORD, WIFE, CHILDREN and all other family members. Paul'said, "If you Love the LORD and treat your fellow man just, you have done well in this life". LEWIS did well!!!

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Marion, and the entire Preston family, we are so sorry to hear of Louis passing. We have know each other all our life and he was always a nice person. May God give you strength during this time. Peter and Willie Mae Harris

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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