"John was a great guy and will be missed. John was on my Bullseye pool team. We shot together for 2 seasons. John was great shooter and loved good competition?. Glad I got the privilege to get to know him. Had great memories. He will be missed . Matt, DJ, Josh"
In loving memory of
John C. Preston
October 21, 1982 - September 19, 2016
McFarland- John Charles Preston, age 33, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Saturday, September 17, 2016 at his home in Fitchburg. John was born on October 21, 1982 to Dennis and Christine Preston. He grew up in McFarland and graduated from McFarland High School in 2001. John attended UW Whitewater from 2001-2004. He was employed as a steam fitter with H&H Industries and was taking night classes for additional certifications. John loved WI sports, was involved with a golf league, pool league and a hockey league and enjoyed his weekends boating and being with his son Jack. He was a dedicated father and wonderful son and brother who was always there to help, especially after his father passed in 2004. John is survived by his cherished son Jackson; his mother, Christine Preston; his sister, Lindsay (Nate) Brown; his nephews, Gavin and Elliot Brown. John is further survived by his close cousin, Jillian (Chris) Koch and her sons Jadyn and Carsen; his uncle, Ron Preston and his honorary uncle Richard Petersen-Stellish; his aunts, Charlene Reimer and Margaret Gregory; cousins, Johanna (Brian) Ross, Jake Scent, Kristen and Alison Preston, Lauren (Jake) Petersen and Mike (Becky) Gregory and Justin, Chris, Michael and Zach Barrett. He was preceded in death by his father, Dennis Preston; his aunts, Kathleen Reimer and Donna Martin; his uncle, Todd Harshbarger; and his beloved golden retriever, Oakley. The family is planning a Celebration of Life to be held at the McFarland Lutheran Church. Memorials for John can be directed to Christine Preston for John's son Jack. Please share your memories of John.
Cress Funeral Home
5801 Highway 51
McFarland, WI 53558
(608) 838-0655
Tributes
"Growing up in the same neighborhood, John became one of my good childhood friends. I think we met through soccer when we were about 6, but we were always riding our bikes around, playing Nintendo, or playing football in the field at the Lutheran church. Over the years, I got to know his parents, Chris and Dennis, who were always very welcoming the many times I was over at their home. Sometime after college, I ran into John and told him about playing pickup hockey games at Elver and Westmorland Park...not long after that he was one of the better players in the McFarland Friday night league and was also playing in a Sun Prairie league; everyone thought he was the nicest guy and great to talk to. I feel fortunate that I was able to re-kindle a childhood friendship through hockey, fantasy football, watching the Packers, or sharing some beer and pizza while watching a Badger game. John's willingness to help others was a trait everyone around him knew; he helped me with a tiling project on my home. Perhaps the best example of the person John was is how great of a son he was, particularly over the last 12 years for his mother, Chris. He will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him. "
"John was one of my best friends. We spent a lot of time together. I didn't want to believe this happened and still am trying to. John and I had so much respect for each other. A friend that can't be explained in words. I miss him so much. I can't believe he won't be there to answer my call at one in the morning about something serious or ridiculous. This picture is the typical ending to one of our nights hanging out. We always had fun together. I want to thank Chris and Dennis also for making me feel a part of their family as they treated me as such. Life will never be the same without John. "
" John was one of the best guys a person could know. Thoughtful, quick to offer a hand if needed, and just an awesome genuine guy to be around. Thank you for the great memories at work, weekends boating, our wedding, and every other occasion. Our thoughts go to the family and everyone who was lucky enough to know John. You will be greatly missed! Love your friends, Ryan and Kelsey"
"Got to be friends with John through hockey five years ago. He loved hockey and was respected by the guys in the league. He was a nice, kind, fun guy. Took him up north on golfing and fishing trips to my cabin several times over the years, great memories. He called me up last summer and asked if my kids would like to go boating for the day, and they had a blast. That kind of guy. Will miss you John."
"I would like to extend my sincere condolences for your loss. May the God of all comfort provide your family with the strength you need to get through this difficult time. (2 Corinthians 1:3,4)"
"I'm so sorry to hear about John. I moved here from Pittsburgh four years ago and John is one of the first friends I made here. We played hockey together. We went camping together. We went out on his boat. Golfed together. He was there for me when I turned forty. What a great guy. I don't know anybody here who was a better person then him. I will miss him and I'm sad he is gone. All my love to all who knew him. "
"Chris and Lindsay"
"My thoughts and prayers go out to John's family. We graduated HS together and were neighbors all throughout HS. We don't have a ton of memories together, but from the time I did spend with him, I knew he was such a fun and sweet person. Rest in Peace, John. "
"One of the few genuine and rare people that you can call friend.
Whether it had been a day or a year since last seeing him you could expect a hug and a smile as if no time had passed at all. So many great memories during the far too short amount of time spent with him. John will be missed by all who had the pleasure of being in his company but will never be forgotten."
"played soccer with John on the Mcfarland Sparks. So saddened:("
"I played hockey with John in the Sun Prairie Sunday night league for a few years... Never met a nicer guy who had a great sense of humor. The league has suffered a great loss of a wonderful young man. My thoughts to the family. Dave Semrad"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you. John will never be forgotten. We have many great memories of boating, golfing or hanging out watching a football game together. We will miss your smile. You will always be in our hearts. We miss you and always will.
Terry and Cheryl"