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Preston Royster Obituary
Preston is survived by his wife of 61 years, Natalie Jackson Royster; his three sons, Steven Royster, Brian Royster and Michael Royster; daughters-in-law Camille and Fatimah; six grandchildren, Erin, Nathan, Marcus, Aaliyah, Layla and Zana, and two great-grandchildren, Imara and Sazi; his brother Marvin Royster, his sister Frances Ann Johnson, and may loving relatives.
The funeral service will be held at First Baptist Church of Vienna at 450 Orchard St NW, Vienna, VA 22180 at 11 a.m. on October 14, with visitation at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions to the Dr. Preston M. Royster Endowed Scholarship at Virginia State University: Virginia State University Foundation, P.O. Box 9027, Virginia State University, VA 23806.
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Donald E. Scoggins
October 15, 2024
It was my pleasure to know you over twenty plus years. I will never forget our numerous carpooled rides together to Richmond. We chatted about so many things, particularly relating to the black community, and how we were going to change the world.
Gladys Fitzhugh-Pemberton
October 14, 2024
Mrs. Royster, you and your family have our deepest sympathy on the loss of Preston. We fondly remember him when he was an active member of the Northern Virginia Chapter of Virginia State University Alumni Association and all that he did for Civil Rights back in the day. He will be solely missed.
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Leon Chisolm
October 10, 2024
Mr Royster helps mold me into a successful businessman man. You had to have a good answer ready for him if you told him something. He would look at you and give you a second to think about what you said before he would answer. He was a very intelligent father figure to me and his sons. He will dearly be missed and he was a truly Blessing to me!!!!!
J Otis Smith
October 10, 2024
What a fun person he was. You could tell when he was about to punctuate a discussion with some real humor that kept us thinking and laughing. His research into the Baily Family History led to many really fun reunions. Thanks, Preston for the many ways you taught us. May we all stay positive. Smitty
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