John Preston Jr.

The house that John built is still in great condition thanks to the skills John had. Other than trees lost in the 2024 March tornado the property pretty much looks the same thanks again to the Preston landscape layout.

To the Preston Family

The students, faculty, administration and alumni of Saint Francis DeSales High School continue to hold the Preston family in our thoughts and prayers

Peace and Gods Blessings
Dan Garrick
Principal

With deep sympathy,
Nick Slupski and family.

Deepest condolences to Chris and family. John was a great guy and will be sorely missed! Sorry I can't be in attendance today. I'm making a contribution to the scholarship fund. Deepest sympathy!

On behalf of the students, faculty, administration and alumni of Saint Francis DeSales High School please accept our deepest condolences on your loss.

To those who were blessed to know John you were immediately struck by his infectious smile and his ability to make everyone feel at home. It was equally clear to all who knew John that he had a deep love of his family and faith.

While John has been called to his eternal resting place his love and concern for others will be...

So sad to hear about John's passing. John was always great to talk wrestling with, especially during Nick's Junior and Senior years at DeSales. Was always open and interested to hear your views and predictions. Just a kind and "Cool" individual. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Chris and the entire Preston Family.

With Sympathy,
Roger & Karen Richards and Family

I was so sad to hear about John. I went all thru grade school and high school with John. Was always so friendly every time I saw him. My sincere condolences to Chris and his entire family. With sympathy.

So many memories! When I moved to Columbus in August of 1972 a mutual acquaintance got me a job with John. That was August 26, 1972. Through John so many of his & Chris' (John's wife) friends became my friends. Thank you John & Chris. When I got married in 1978 Chris was my wife Cheryl's Matron of Honor and John was an Attendant in our wedding. J.J. ,their first son, was the ring bearer. I worked for John some 13 years all told, and learned much. To this day John and his family are special...