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Michael Gordon Preston

1947 - 2008

BORN

1947

DIED

2008

Michael Preston Obituary

Michael Gordon Preston, 61, of Rocky Mount, died Friday, October 10, 2008. He was born on September 10, 1947 a son of the late Gordon T. and Jewell Tyree Preston. He is survived by ten cousins and many friends. Graveside services will be conducted from Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery 2 p.m. Tuesday with the Rev. Liz Lazenby officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, c/o Angie Weddle, 2300 McNeil Mill Road, Rocky Mount, Va. 24151. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service, Rocky Mount.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Oct. 12 to Oct. 13, 2008.

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Sandra Edwards

October 14, 2008

I was very sorry to hear of Mike's passing away. What a great sence of humor he had. He was a very nice and fun person to be around. I enjoyed the time I spent with him at Trinity Mission. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Sandra Edwards (CNA)

Tommy Campbell & Chris Nichols

October 13, 2008

Mikey you will be missed by all. We will never forget all the good times we had going out to eat or you coming down to our house to eat. I will miss you hobbling along with your cane and walker. You always managed to have that infectious smile no matter how bad you felt or how much you hurt. I will always cherish your smile and sweet personality. You always gave and never asked for anything in return. We have so many memories to cherish; Christmas, Birthdays or no reason except just to hang out together and visit. Rest in peace Mikey, you deserve your place in Heaven with Molly by your side. Tommy Campbell and Chris Nichols.

Mike Blankenship

October 13, 2008

Best friend's for 37 years, shared many memories together going out, dining, and just riding around enjoying the times! God bless you Mike, rest...you deserve it my friend.

Shirley Joplin

October 12, 2008

Mike was always a fun and caring person to be around and to work with. He will be missed, but is in a much better place now.

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