Dean Alan Preston

Dean Alan Preston, 70, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on March 2, 2026. He was born on February 3, 1956, in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Dean was the middle child of Robert Harry Preston and Anna Preston who passed early in his childhood. He was raised by Robert and stepmother Mary Helen Preston.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Donna Carol Preston (Gibson); both his parents and step-mother; and brothers, David Preston and James Gregory Preston (Teddi Preston).

He is survived by his daughter, Leslie Carol Hassler (Shaun Michael Hassler); the absolute love of his life, granddaughter, Abigail Claire Hassler "Abby"; sister, Edie Preston; brother, Robert Karl Preston; and several extended family members.

He graduated from Bowling Green High School and Western Kentucky University. Dean spent his expansive career in everything from musical instrument repair to general management and especially enjoyed being able to mentor several young men and women throughout their career paths. Dean found great pleasure in the last part of his career journey as a volunteer at Baptist Health and thoroughly enjoyed being able to help others. We know that Dean has found great happiness and peace in the arms of our Lord as well as by the side of his wife Donna.

In lieu of flowers Expressions of sympathy in his name can be made to Hosparus Health of Louisville KY or Baptist Health Volunteer Services of Louisville KY.