Patricia Kay Preston

1935 - 2018

Patricia Kay Preston

Lansing - Age 83, passed away May 24, 2018, in Haslett.

She was born May 7, 1935, in Flint, MI, the child of the late Ralph and Kathryn Lloyd.

Patricia was an award winning and accomplished artist, and a lifelong student of art. She traveled to many art classes and shows through the years, where she furthered her skills alongside many other notable artists. Patricia was most known as a portrait artist "specializing in small and or wiggly children." Patricia had a passion for teaching art from her home, and her students loved learning from her. She also loved to Golf, Bowl, doing crossword puzzles and jumbles. She was an avid coffee drinker, and loved lunching with her many friends. Patricia was also a traveler, and taught her family and anyone with her the best way to experience their far away location.

Patricia is survived by her daughter Jennifer (Ryan) Abair, grandchildren Erika, Emily (Adam), Anneka, and Jeremy, and great-granddaughter Louise. She was preceded in death by her husband James Preston, sons Scott and Paul Preston, and a brother Jack Lloyd.

There will be a memorial service 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 31, 2018, at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel with visitation to be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Patricia's family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at New Life Assisted Living, with a special thank you to Rose and Melissa. The family would also like to thank the staff of Great Lakes Caring Hospice.