Ossian: November 5, 2020 at age 72. Jerry was born on June 10, 1948 in Hornell, NY to the late Herman and Florence Preston. He was predeceased by his parents and his sister Jacqueline Price. Survived by sons; Jay (Diana) Preston of Sparta, NY and Matt (Jill) Preston of Atoka, TN; grandchildren, Carrie, Melissa (Cameron) Rowe, Matthew II, Julie, Jessica, and Jayme; great-granddaughter Aria Rowe; siblings, Allen Preston of Poughkeepsie, NY and Velma Harington of St. Matthews, SC. Also survived by nieces, nephews, and several dear friends.
Jerry lived for his grandkids and his entire family. He loved God and was spiritual in his own way. He also liked to have fun and found humor in everything. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, and spending mornings at the Ossian Country Store.
A Gathering to Celebrate Jerry’s Life will he held in the future. To send a condolence or share a memory with the family please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
We are so sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. Our deepest sympathies to all! I enjoyed working with Jerry at Ames.
Hammer Down, HEAVEN BOUND! Rest in peace Jerry.
My family and I have known Jerry for years. We live close by and my children loved our visits with him. They especially loved snuggling with Beauty! Jerome had such a soft spot for his dogs and we loved that about him. We would have regular conversations about the Bible and God and the future and I always appreciated our discussions. He talked often of his family and how much he loved his grandkids and for that I’m so sorry for your loss. He will definitely be missed. I can’t wait until Gods promises are fulfilled and we can welcome back everyone that we have lost to our great enemy, death. At John 5:28,29 Jesus said that there will be a time when the memorial tombs would be emptied and we would get to be reunited with our loved ones. This message helps me to cope in times of loss. I truly can’t wait to see Jerry again! He was an amazing man and we are glad to have known him. I hope you are all able to cope and are finding comfort during this sad time. My deepest sympathies to his friends and families.
I sent prayers of hope and love to all of Jerry friends and family Jerry was my cousin and will be missed dearly Rest In Peace
Rest in peace Jerry tell your mom I said hi and I love her much
So sorry for the loss of Jerry. My love and prayers are with you all. My Sister and me can remember all fun we had with Jerry, Sally, Jackie and Allen on the farm. Cousin Jerry you will be remembered. Prayers and love to the family. Love ya all Cousin Susie Rice
To the family and friends so sorry for your loss may he Rest In Peace!!
So sorry to hear about Jerry. He conquered so many different health issues. I visited him when he was in the ROCHESTER hospital from burns and then he had the horrific accident near Albany. Thought I just received a note from him. He will be missed but will not have to suffer anymore. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.