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Celebrating the life of
Peter J. Preston
June 01, 1930 - November 11, 2024
Peter J. Preston, 94, died peacefully on Monday, November 11, 2024.
Peter was born in Melbourne, Australia on June 1, 1930, to the late Joseph K. and Alice Morrissey Preston. When Peter was sixteen, the Preston family patriated to Springfield, MA from Melbourne. Peter graduated from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology with B.S. degree and earned his Master of Science Degree from the University of Virginia. In 1959, Peter became a Certified Professional Engineer in Virginia. He retired as a Chemical Engineer from American Cynamid and subsequently from Kemira in 1997.
Peter enjoyed skiing, tennis, traveling, woodworking, and reading scientific articles.
In addition to his parents, Peter was predeceased by first wife, Jane Bushey Preston; a brother, Craig A. Preston; sister-in-law, Barbara Preston; sister, Ann Ryder; stepdaughter, Nancy Gluvna Hanson; and a step-grandson, Jason M. Andrews. Also, brothers-in-law, John A. Olivier, Ronald Bushey, G. Richard Olivier, M. David McNulty, and Gary Fearn; stepsister-in-law, Margurite Fearn; and a daughter-in-law, Patricia Gluvna.
Surviving are his wife of 37 years, Marceline Olivier Preston of Savannah; son, Joseph C. Preston (Rebecca) of Louisville, TN; daughter, Susan Preston Oleniacz (Joseph) of Durham, NC; stepdaughters, Anne Marie Andrews (John) of Savannah and Kathleen Gluvna lsett of West Hills, CA; stepson, Michael Gluvna (Carmen) of Ocala, FL; sisters-in-law, Lee Bushey of Wyndham, NH, Wanda Olivier of Chagrin Falls, OH, and Kathleen Olivier McNulty of Indianapolis, IN; and brother-in-law, Joseph L. Olivier (Elaine) of N. Royalton, OH. Peter is also survived by eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 12:30 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel. A Memorial service will follow at 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home with Fr. Patrick O’Brien officiating. The burial will be in Bonaventure Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggest you consider making a contribution in Peter’s memory to Hospice Savannah, 1352 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah GA 31406 or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105, or The American Cancer Society, 428 Bull St UNIT 205, Savannah, GA 31401
Dear Marceline, Joe, Sue and all your family. We will miss Peter greatly! He's been a part of my life since I was little and being with him was always a pleasure and educational as he had a lot of wisdom! He loved to "educate" my brother and I and we learned many things great and small from him! We looked up to him, needless to say! We are sending many, many wishes for blessings and sympathy at this sad time! God rest his dear soul! With love, Dot, Jen, Charlie & Alyssa XOXO
- Dorothy Hart, Barnstead, NH
Dear Marceline & family - Such great times and memories were made by you and Peter, Roger and Natalie and my parents, Doris and Roland. We have photo after photo of your adventures skiing, hiking, National Forest Trips, Hawaii trips, Florida trips, Lake Tahoe Trips, European trips and the list goes on. The 6 of you shared so many wonderful adventures. I am sure that Roger and Roland are helping Peter plan their next adventure. Doris and I send you our deepest sympathies and love.
- Rachel Leclerc, Wethersfield, CT
Dear Marceline, I am so very sorry for your loss of Peter. I always felt he was your best friend and adventurer! I loved our visits in Vermont! I send you and your family warm hugs and love, especially during this sad time. All my love, Susan xoxo
- Susan Airris Olivier Berry, West Lebanon, New Hampshire
Marceline , Joe, and Sue - our hearts go out to you and for Uncle Pete. God Bless him and may God Bless all of you. Uncle Pete was so brilliant and always willing to help. His advice was always solid and straight. He led a wonderful , long , full of experiences , and fantastic life. He is loved and will be missed. Todd and Devon Bushey
- Todd and Devon Bushey, Windham, NH
Dear Aunt Marceline, Barbara and I want to send our condolences for your loss. Hope you, Mike Anne Marie and Kathy are doing well and enjoying fond memories of Peter. Jeff and Barbara
- Jeffrey Paul Gluvna, Chicago, IL
Peter and Marceline were the most beautiful couple. We will all miss him here at Buckingham South so very much. The images of them dancing at our concerts will always be remembered.He was a very special man! What a blessing to have had Marceline at his side! May he rest in peace.
- Rita Slatus, Savannah, Ga
Aunt Marceline, Joe, & Sue, We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Pete’s passing. Thinking through many fond memories of him, especially at the beach and holidays past. Please accept our sincere condolences and our love.
- Rosemary, Trent , Lauren & Amelia Bushey, Windham, New Hampshire
So sorry to hear about Peter’s passing. I was honored to have met both of you. Sally
- S Barksdale, Savannah , GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 12:30 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. on Sun, November 17, 2024
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
-
4605 Hwy 80 East (map)
Savannah GA 31410 - 912-898-0900
- Memorial Service
- 1:30 p.m. on Sun, November 17, 2024
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
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4605 Hwy 80 East (map)
Savannah GA 31410 - 912-898-0900
- Burial
- on Sun, November 17, 2024
- Bonaventure Cemetery
-
330 Bonaventure Road (map)
Savannah GA 31404 - 912-651-6843
