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CHRISTOPHER PRESTON Obituary

PRESTON, Christopher J. Of Wellesley. August 10, 2020. Beloved husband of Cheryl S. (Steranko) Preston. Son of the late Richard W. and Ann (Maclone) Preston. Brother of Kenneth Preston of AZ, Carol McFarland of PA and Paul Preston of Brighton and the late Richard W. Preston, Jr.; his in-laws, Stephanie Goldstein (late Michael) of NY, James Steranko (Debbie) of FL and Guy Steranko (late Susan) of Haverhill; nieces & nephews. Calling Hours for Chris will be held in The Joyce Funeral Home, 245 Main Street (Rte. 20), WALTHAM on Sunday, August 16th from 4 to 7 p.m. His Funeral Service and Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery in Wellesley will be private. Memorials in his name may be made to The Coast Guard Foundation, 394 Taugwonk Rd., Stonington, CT 06378 and at www.coastguardfoundation.org For complete obituary, guest register and directions, please visit www.joycefuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 12 to Aug. 14, 2020.

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Steve Shanck

November 5, 2020

Cheryl , I just heard today from Brian at SBW that Chris passed. I was beginning to wonder why I had t seen you guys. Pls reach out to me if I can help with the boats in any way. 781-752-7270. Steve, the Beneteau Step by Step

Cheryl Preston

August 21, 2020

My husband ... Christopher

What a character.

His spirit was filled with love and joy. You couldn't miss it. It just sparkled in his eyes and smile. Everyone remembers his whole hearted laugh.

It was that genuine type of love and caring you don't find very often.
He truly wanted his family, friends and the people he met to do well and was always willing to help.

You couldn't help but feel uplifted after spending time around Chris' supportive and optimistic personality.

His personality could make the impossible possible.
..He helped an internet startup in the 90's with no office, no phone, no employees go from a dream two guys had to a successful business
.. He turned a boating business started with a lemonade stand in the park doing $25 specials to a successful brand.
He made it look easy.

His personality allowed him to willingly modify his life plans to help his parents and my mother live on their terms with dignity in their older years.
Once again he made it look easy.

This gift came with a price. The negative side was feeling everything so deeply. Criticism, Disbelief, Jealousy, Betrayal ... take a tougher toll on your body.

This is why the Duchess was so special to us. I'm glad we had 12 seasons with happy customers and positive reviews to dull some of the negatives we had to endure on this earth.

Chris always told me the happy customers were due to the magic of the Duchess. I knew the true magic was Chris!

We loved ... We laughed ... We fought ... We talked ... We believed ..
We held onto each other every night to gather strength to fight the next day.

Chris' integrity and faith was tested many times on this earth. I was always amazed at how much he could endure. He passed the test every time.

I don't know what I will do without him but I am so proud and lucky to have shared his turbulent life and call myself Mrs. Christopher John Preston.

I love you sweetheart.

Lauren Goldstein

August 19, 2020

I will forever miss ur talks about life and never forget as a lil girl u tugging my pony walking into the house !! U were a wonderful uncle

Cheryl Russo

August 17, 2020

I am so very sorry for your loss, Cheryl. My husband John and Chris spent quite a bit of time talking on the phone these past few years or so. His friendship will surely be missed. Keep all of your fond memories close to your heart and will remain with you forever ❤

August 15, 2020

My deepest deepest heart felt condolences Cheryl.You are in my thoughts and prayers.arthur

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Annemarie Wright-Fencer

August 14, 2020

Dear Cheryl,
My heart broke when i read that Chris had passed away. He was such a wonderful man and my family loved him like a son and brother. So many wonderful memories of how he just walked into our home with Dan and brought his instant sunshine to all of us Wrights. Laughter was always shared whenever Chris was among us.
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies. With loving memories, Annemarie Wright

Carol McFarland

August 13, 2020

Rest In Peace little brother. You always had the best smile . So sorry for your loss Cheryl .
Sincerely ,
Carol

August 12, 2020

Dear Cheryl,
My most heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Praying for your peace of heart.
Linda S. (FBC Weston)

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