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ELIJAH PRESTON FIELDS III

ELIJAH FIELDS Obituary

Elijah Preston Fields III, 54, of Collierville, TN, passed away on January 9, 2015 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Preston was a pilot for Delta Airlines. Aviation was his lifelong passion. He was a loving, devoted, and proud father. He is survived by his two children, Taylor L. Fields and Caroline E. Fields (both of Collierville, TN); his sister, Angela “Dusty” Fields, his nephew Jonathon Reeves, and his niece, Kimberly Reeves all of Marietta, GA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Preston and Brunelle Fields. The family will receive visitors on Tuesday, January 13 from 4-6 p.m. at Faith Presbyterian Church, 8816 Poplar Pike in Germantown, TN with a Memorial Service to be held in Boston, GA at Boston Baptist Church, 143 South Main Street 6:30 p.m. Friday, January 16.

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Published by The Commercial Appeal on Jan. 13, 2015.

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Billie Abbott-Dias

February 3, 2015

Caroline & Taylor,
I have just heard the news. I am so sorry. So MANY wonderful memories..horses, movies, "poor mans" steak...
My heart is breaking....love you both. Billie

Jim Willis

January 18, 2015

A great aviator (just like his dad), an excellent coworker and friend! Going to miss Preston--many good stories I heard from him. Preston was an original member of the "Memphis Flying Club"...Miss you dude!

January 16, 2015

R.I.P my friend. Memories are Golden.

Chuck McFall / Ret.

Bob Hoyt

January 15, 2015

I also flew with Preston Years ago on the DC-9 in Memphis. He was a great person and an absolute pleasure to work with.

Steve Cannan

January 15, 2015

Preston was a great man who will be remembered for his ability as a pilot and his humility as a man of character. We will miss you friend.

John Topping

January 13, 2015

I always enjoyed working with Preston. An excellent pilot, and a good man. I'm sorry for your loss.

Dave

January 13, 2015

A great guy. A talented and professional pilot. And the only person who was ever patient enough to teach me how to golf.

Ann

January 13, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. May the true God comfort you in these difficult times.

Victor Bolton

January 13, 2015

I flew with Preston years ago when we were on the DC-9..He was a fine person and a great pilot..He will be missed by all that knew him..Vic Bolton..Capt.(ret)

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