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Preston Freeman Obituary
Preston Lopesz Freeman
Preston Lopesz Freeman went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, March 6, 2013, at the age of 20 years. Preston was born February 15, 1993, to Larry Freeman and Leslie Harkless. Preston died in St. Louis, MO, and had been living in Salinas since the summer of 2012.
Preston, or Presto or PayDay, as he was referred to in the Ring, made his pro-debute as a professional boxer under the tutelage of Max and Kathy Garcia, and their son, Sam Garcia, (Garcia Boxing) of Salinas. He had a professional record of 3-0 (1ko) and his last fight was in Salinas on December 15, 2012.
Preston was an outstanding amateur. He was known for his lightning speed, and his great gift of natural talent in the Ring. His power was evident by his knocking down his opponents in each of his fights.
He was a young man full of laughter and had a gift for inspiring the younger boxers who would work out with him, namely, Petey Tavares, Andy Tavares, Rashan Ward and Covassay Windham. Preston visited schools with his boxing team to inspire children to be physically fit. Preston loved music and watching movies; Titanic was his favorite.
Preston is survived by his parents, Larry Freeman and Leslie Harkless of St. Louis, MO; and his siblings, Jamesha Schneider, Jaquala Peebles, Javonne Peebles, Pionte Freeman, Jaquanna Freeman, and Marquis Freeman. He was predeceased by his brother, Larry Freeman III. Preston is survived by his boxing family, Max and Kathy Garcia, Sam Garcia, Paul Mendez, Melissa (Tony) Garcia-Lugo, Sami Rose and Skye Garcia-Lugo, Dominic Johnson; his nutritionist, Linda Rodriguez and his chiropractor, Dr. Luis Ocon.
A Celebration of Preston's life will be held in Salinas on Saturday, March 16, 2013, at 10:30 a.m., at the Storm House, 185 Maryal Way, Salinas; with a reception following.
Preston will be laid to rest in St. Louis, MO.
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Barbara&Lee Payne
March 16, 2013
Your Aunt and Uncle
MARCIA PARGO
March 15, 2013
PRESTON I MEET YOU WHEN U WERE JUST A KID... I LOVED YOU THEN AND I LOVE YOU NOW.YOU ARE ALWAYS A PART OF ME AND ITS A PLESURE TO HAVE KNOWN YOU AND TO SHARE FAMILY WITH YOU.LOVE YOU LIL MAN... RIP
March 14, 2013
My thoughts and prayers for the Lopesz Freeman families. I did not know your son. However, I read his story. He made this world a better place and touched many people.
Jocelyn and Steve Ball
March 14, 2013
Preston you will be in our hearts forever. We will miss that bright smile you brought into the Garcia gym. I will miss your little hugs and the love you gave to little Sami Rose. I can remember during workouts how you graciously gave her your jump rope so she
could workout with you. A memory never to be forgotten. You shall be missed!
Laverne Cannon
March 13, 2013
My Heart go's out to the family and he will be dearly missed.
Brittney Thomas
March 13, 2013
I love u
Roxlyn & Greg Flath
March 13, 2013
RIP Preston - I will always remember you as a smiling, polite, respectful person who I found exciting to watch in the ring. May God comfort and bless your family.
Howell
March 13, 2013
R.i.p. presto u always made me laugh even doe u was erkin me n i try to b mad but ur goofy self still had to keep pushin lol u made my days n nights at wrk... was so happii to here how far u had made it cant blev ur gone man dis crazyy but ur in a better place n will always b remembered
Patty R
March 13, 2013
RIP Champ!
Melissa,Sami Rose and Skye Garcia-Lugo
March 13, 2013
Thank you Presto for choosing Garcia Boxing to begin your career with. We were blessed to know you as a person and create memories that will forever live in our hearts. May God comfort your family and loved ones. Til we meet again champ. Love you.
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