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Venena S. Preston

11/19/1957 - 12/05/2022

Obituary For Venena S. Preston

On Monday, December 5, 2022, Venena Sue Preston 65, of Kings Row, Martinsville and formally of Atlanta, GA, transitioned from this earthly life at Webbstar Cobb Hospital, Decatur, GA. Born November 19, 1957, in Virginia, she was the daughter of Marion Young Preston, and the late Walter Louis Preston, Sr.

Venena was a graduate of Martinsville High School class of 1976. After graduating from Martinsville High School, Venena went on to further her education by enrolling at Hampton University where she received her bachelor’s degree. With a zeal for learning, Venena enrolled at Webster University where she received her master’s degree in Business Administration. Venena was a member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She retired as a Railroad Dispatcher at CSX Railroad after many years of service.

Venena leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Marion Young Preston of Martinsville, VA; one son, Khalil Baker of Martinsville, VA; one daughter, Eboni “Nicholas” Goddard of Powder Springs, GA; one grandson, Nicholas Louis Goddard of Powder Springs, GA; two sisters, Iris “Wayne” Clevert of Glen Allen, VA, and Faith Wilson of Martinsville, VA; two brothers, Walter L. “Sun Pok” Preston, Jr. of Hampton, GA, and Robert (Lan) “Nancy” Preston of Collinsville, VA; two aunts, Sue Gill of Martinsville, VA, and Matilene Grogan of Roanoke, VA; one uncle, Posey Young of Richmond, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at 1 p.m. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville. Burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, 1310 Carver Rd., Martinsville. Viewing will be held on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, 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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Sankeisa Hoffman sent Rosy Glow Bouquet for Venena S. Preston - December 14, 2022

Our Sincere Condolences To Eboni, Khalil, Faye and The Entire Family. We Love You Always, Hiram Boys Basketball Program and Booster Club

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Philip Solages sent Stately Croton for Venena S. Preston - December 14, 2022

Eboni & Khalil,

I'm still in shock from hearing the news. "Kish" was such a special and giving person. I'll miss her enormously. I wish you two peace and tranquility.

Philip Solages

Serene Lily Basket was sent for Venena S. Preston - December 14, 2022

Charles Menifee sent Golden Days Basket for Venena S. Preston - December 14, 2022

Although we never met, your spirit shined through your phenomenal daughter, Eboni and intelligent son, Khalil. I know your inspiration lives on through your family, friends and associates.

Michael Scales sent Here Comes The Sun for Venena S. Preston - December 14, 2022

'm so sorry about the passing of my aunt Venena. Love your nephew Michael Scales. I love you.

Ronnie L Houpe sent Everlasting Memory Standing Spray for Venena S. Preston - December 13, 2022

Your legacy is forever embedded in our hearts.

Ronnie L Houpe and Family

Rest in Heavenly Peace Cousin. I will cherish our childhood memories, summers spent together in Martinsville VA forever. Love to Aunt Marion and the entire family. Professor Marcia Pearl

I would like to send condolences and hugs to the family of Venena Preston. I will always remember the time Venena and I decided we would try a new activity and we tried out to be a MHS Majorette and we both made it. It was a wonderful experience. I will always remember the fun days. Prayers to the family!!! Sharon Smith Wooden, MHS Class if 1975 and Mary MItchell Smith

Dear Venena, I thank God for bringing us together that August of 1976 for 4 good years and a lifetime of Ubiquity love❤️My condolences to your family. May you always Rest In Peace. Love, Wynton Ivey Norvel-Dillard and family.

Eboni and family, My sincerest condolences for you at this time. You have my deepest sympathy and unwavering support. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. Janice(Jan) Williams💝

My sincere condolences to the family in the loss of a daughter, mother, sister and friend to so many of us. Keysha was more than life. When she walked into a room or in the presence of others, we were uplifted, which was God send for everyone. Our loss is heavens gain. The angels will have to step it up in their act of blessings, for she is one the Masters best.

James E. McGill, Retired CSX Train Dispatcher

Condolences to the family. Venena was my classmate at Hampton and my Soror. She was very kind and talented. I have purchased many items from her and will miss seeing her at homecoming and other Hampton functions. My prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Marcia Fields Milton

Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to Eboni, Khalil, Mrs. Preston, and the Preston Family. Venena was my Delta Line Sister at Hampton and we loved her, and she will be deeply missed. She was a beautiful person inside and out with a caring spirit and a generous heart. May God surround your family with His peace and love. Dorothy Lee-Murray 🙏🏽❤️

"Where a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories ." Last summer as I walked through the aisles of Lowes in Martinsville, I was startled by someone who, without warning, quickly jumped from an adjacent aisle, and with a direct sinister stare, stood motionless in front of me. I was stunned! After a few seconds, this person ripped the mask from the lower part of her face and... there she stood with a glowing smile. "Venena!, "I yelled, and the both of us laughed hysterically. The images of her charming smile, mischievous laugh, and comical antics are the beautiful memories I will hold dear. My deepest, most heartfelt condolences are with Venena's entire family. Praying for your strength and peace in this difficult time. With love, Brenda

My condolences to the family sorry for your loss praying for the family. Susan Little Scales FE

Eboni, Khalil, and Faith really I have no words. Thank God I got to know her and love her. Venena was so funny so much so we and other Hamptonians almost got out out out of 2 restaurants on two separate occasions laughing with your mom and sister, respectively. I am here in Atlanta so just call for anything. She has given you the tools for success and a certain type of strength. God bless you.

To Marion and the Preston Family:

We are sending to you our utmost sympathy to you and your family for the loss of Nina. We have fond memories of her and she was such a joy. We know that she is in heaven spreading so much joy to all. Just keep memories of her in your hearts and she will never be forgotten. Our knowing her was such a blessing. May the Lord give all of you the strength to endure.

Bertain, Shirley, and Kendrick Beasley.

😇 we appreciate every moment, every experience,and every laugh. Our love is everlasting 💕🌈🙏

Shannon Bey

Venena and I have known each other since our freshman year at Hampton. She and I were in the same major so we spent a lot of hours working on projects and enjoying the times we spent in class. She was creative and talented. Venena was also my line sister who had a great sense of humor and always kept us laughing. We love Venena and we will miss her. Sending condolences and prayers of comfort to Mrs. Preston, Venena's children, her siblings, and the entire family ❤️

Sincere condolences and prayers of healing. Sending a heartfelt sympathy as my classmate has made her heavenly journey home. Rest In Peace my friend.

Deepest Sympathy & Condolences To The Family. Venena Was A Very Nice Person,Basketball & Volleyball Player, & Classmate Of Ubiquity Class Of 1980 At Hampton Institute. R.I.P. Venena R.I.P. Hampton Forever.

Kent White

Venena was my Delta line sister at Hampton. She was fun to be around and a nice person. I remember one weekend, after we went over, a few of us went home with her to Martinsville. The details are sketchy but I remember your hospitality, Mrs. Preston, and the fun we had.

I wish you all, especially Eboni and Khalil, the peace that God grants you during this very difficult time. xoxo

Venena was my Delta Sigma Theta line sister at Hampton. She was a kind, generous, talented, wise, compassionate, and hilarious woman. We will all miss her so very much! To Mrs. Preston and Eboni and Khalil, who made her whole being light up with joy, love, and pride, I am praying for you and all of Venena's loved ones.

-- Lauren Jones, Raleigh, NC

The entire Madiba Cohort sends our love. We are thinking of you Dr. Eboni and your family at this time. It was our pleasure and privilege to have Venena at our jacket and graduation ceremonies in August.

Love,

Southern University and A&M College Nelson Mandela School of Government Executive Ph.D. Madiba Cohort Class of '22

The family of the late Robert and Sarah Brooks, we light a candle in nena's memory.

The entire Westend community extends our deepest sympathy to the PRESTON family with LOVE!

We knew her as Kesha on the railroad. I'm grateful I had the opportunity to know her, she was a beautiful and extremely intelligent woman. 🙏🏽 Iris Wilson -CSX Network Operations

To the entire Preston family. I'm so sorry to hear about Venena. She had such a sweet spirit. I will be praying for you all now and in the days ahead. Portia F. Witcher

PEACE be with the Preston and Young family. Imogene Hodge Draper Hampton: Class of 1964

What a beautiful soul we have lost here on earth but she has reached her reward in heaven. We send our deepest sympathies and prayers of strength and comfort to the entire family. Ricky & Vanessa Hailey.

My condolences to the Preston family! Faith, I am so sorry for your loss. Bernita Carter Jamison

May God hold your dear family close during this difficult time. We are sorry for your loss.

Chris and Stephanie Caldwell

Iris and each and every one of the Preston family. I was saddened to hear of Venena's passing. Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Venena was a wonderful and sweet person. Linda ( Millner) Davis

Iris, Faith and entire Preston Family. Words can not express my heart felt sympathy in the passing of Venena. I am so sorry for your loss. Venena was a wonderful and sweet person.

My condolences and prayers to Preston family. Melanie Carter

My beautiful cousin❤️ I love you all so much and you all are in my prayers! -Aisha Wall

To the Preston family so sorry for your loss 🙏🏽she will be miss.

So sorry for your loss🙏🏽She will be miss

Words cannot express the heartfelt sympathy for the loss of our cousin Venena. I know all that we feel is no comparison to the loss and void of your child & siblings. Our thoughts, love, & prayers to you Aunt Marion & first cousins. Love you MUCH & continued prayers throughout this process of loss & grief. We know it only too well these past couple years and KNOW that God WILL see you through it ALL! Jay & Sidney Lewis & Family🙏💔❤️🌻🦋

Marion and the entire Preston family,you have our prayers and deepest sympathy. Growing up, I will ever forget your sweet children. May God give you strength during this sad time. Willie Mae and Peter Harris

Condolences to Venena's family, friends and classmates from Martinsville to Hampton. So sorry to hear of her passing. Gone too soon. May God's healing comfort you at this time. Sincerely, Cheryl Geter, Mavahi '76, Hampton Institute '80.

Our deepest sympathy for the Preston family Breanna and Robyn Wilson

The entire Inge family is praying for your family.

We will continue to lift you all up in Prayer-FLY HIGH VENENA—You was such a Beautiful Person inside and out!!! R.I.P.-Heartfelt Condolences Margaret Brandon Fountain and Vince Fountain

Faith and family,

So sorry for your loss.

Dawn and Ruth

Our condolences and continued prayers for the Preston's family. May God bring peace and comfort to you'll. Jerod & Sabrina Waller

May God bless the preston family in their time of sorrow.Heartfelt sympathy from the scales family.

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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