Junius Welford Preston

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Carlton T. Brooks Funeral Home

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Richmond, Virginia

Junius Preston Obituary

Junius Welford (Butch) Preston Jr. departed this life at his residence April 8, 2005. He was the pastor of the Church of God of Richmond. He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife of 28 years, Margaret A. Preston; two daughters, Yolanda M. Tabb and Sharone M. Preston; three sons, David Lee, Junius L., and Adrian R. Preston; eight grandchildren; mother, Katie M. Preston; three sisters, Angie Mason, Gayle Junius (Gilbert), and Barbara Gilmore (Albert); two sisters-in-law, Carolyn Thompson and Annie L. Humbles (William); three brothers-in-law, Turner, Larry, and Marvin Tabb; two aunts, Elizabeth Holmes and Gladys Hill; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at the Carlton T. Brooks Funeral Home, 2200 Hull St. Funeral services will be held Saturday, 1 p.m. at Fifth Baptist Church, 1415 W. Cary St., where remains will lie in state 12 noon, Rev. Earl Brown, pastor, and Brother Cleavon Payne officiating. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Family and friends attending services assemble 12:30 p.m. at the church.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Apr. 15, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Junius Preston

15 Entries

Acynthia Jackson

May 3, 2005

To Margaret and the rest of the Preston Family:

Margaret know that Butch has made it to heaven because he knew GOD. There is nothing that can eliminate the sorrow you are experiencing right now. Here is a poem that I found that may be of some comfort to you.

"TO THOSE I LOVE AND THOSE WHO LOVE ME"

When I am gone, release me let me go,I have so many things to see and do,You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears, be thankful for our beautiful years. I gave you my love, you can only guess how much you gave me in happiness. I thank you for the love you have shown, but it's time I traveled alone. So grieve a while for me, if grieve you must, then let your grief be comforted by trust. It's only for a time that we must part. I won't be far away, for life goes on, and if you need me, call and I will come, though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near, and if you listen with your heart, you'll hear, all my love around you soft and clear, and then, when you must come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile, and say:

"WELCOME HOME"

Deborah Jones Brooks

May 1, 2005

To Margaret and Family:

I found out today of Butch's passing. I am sorry for your loss, but I know you know the great comforter. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids.

Give my love to the family.

Jennifer Jackson

April 18, 2005

To my cousins:

My prayer are with you all. To draw upon God strength, read your Bible daily and draw close to him.

Love ya,

Jennifer & Essence Jackson

From the Staff of Carlton T. Brooks Funeral Home

April 15, 2005

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

David "JoJo" Hancock

April 14, 2005

We are often reminded that God has a purpose for our lives.It was clear that Uncle Butch's presence and his annoited words from God touched us all.May you now rest among the rest of God's angels.

SONIA BONNER

April 13, 2005

TO THE PRESTON FAMILY,

MARGARET, AND KIDS...SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. YOU KNOW BUTCH WAS WELL LOVED BY ALL OF HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS, AND HE WILL BE MISSED. KEEP YOUR HEADS UP CONTINUE TO PRAY AND ASK FOR STRENGTH, TO CARRY YOU THROUGH THIS TIME. HE IS RESTING SO THERE IS NO MORE SICKNESS. HE'S SMILING ON ALL OF YOU. FOCUS ON THE GOOD TIMES YOU ALL HAVE HAD.

TAKE CARE,

SONIA

Nikki Gilmore

April 13, 2005

Please know that I share in your loss and will keep you all in my prayers. Continue to focus on your love and memories, they will last you a lifetime. Love you all.

Sonia Bonner

April 12, 2005

TO SHARRON PRESTON, YOU ARE NOT ALONE, YOUR DAD WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU. HE MAY NOT PHYSICALLY BE HERE FOR YOU TO TOUCH OR TALK TO. BUT HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN YOUR HEART AND NO ONE COULD EVER TAKE THAT AWAY FROM YOU. SO BE STRONG, AND KEEP YOUR HEAD UP, AND REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES YOU SHARED WITH YOUR DAD. GOD LOVES YOU, HE WILL SEE YOU THROUGH. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF AND TYSHAWN. YOUR DAD LIVES THROUGH YOU AND YOUR SON. JUST KEEP PRAYING AND CONTINUE TO ASK FOR STRENGTH. ALWAYS IN MY PRAYERS.

Gilmore Family

April 11, 2005

We are very sorry for your loss. We are keeping you in our prayers.

Rozlynn Gilmore

April 11, 2005

I woukd like to send my deepest sympathy to your family. You all are in my prayers.

muriel r. charity

April 10, 2005

Brother Preston,will be greatly missed.He loved God,and preached the truth,and never compromise about disobeying God.I am glad that I got to known him as a teacher and a Brother of God.Heaven gain a great man.

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John Dickie Booker

April 10, 2005

My wife and I send our heartfelt

condolences to your family. Butch and I shared a lot of good memories when we were growing up. God Bless

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