Robert William Preston
January 28, 1926 - September 30, 2016
As published in the October 10, 2016 World-Spectator
Robert William Preston passed away peacefully on September 30, 2016 at the age of 90.
He is survived by his wife, Edith; daughter, Shirley Handley; granddaughters, Angela (Marc) Tomlinson, Amanda (Ryan) Percy; great-grandchildren, Taylor, Brynleigh, Benjamin, William, Isabella; as well as many family and friends.
Robert was predeceased by his parents Marvin and Eveline Preston, and brother John Allan Preston.
A Memorial Service will be held Friday, October 14, 2016 at Chalmers Castle Downs United Church (12315 132 Avenue NW, Edmonton) at 11:00 a.m.
Donations in Robert's honour may be made to the Edmonton Association of the Deaf (11404 142 Street NW, Edmonton, AB, T5M 1V1).
Thank you to the Kipnes Centre for Veterans for their wonderful care of Robert during his stay.
Condolences can be made at www.womboldfuneralhomes.com.
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