Charles Preston

Charles (“Charlie”) Kevin Preston, age 56, of Rutherfordton, NC passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023 at the Hospice of the Carolina Foothills.

Charlie was born Friday, September 2, 1966, in Pomona, California to the late Ted Dale Preston and Helen Yvonne Bench Preston. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, family member, and friend. Charlie loved music, playing the guitar, and spending time with his family, especially his grandkids.

Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife, Paula and children Clint Toms, Chasity Toms, and Candice Toms, Caycee Lovingood, and Destiny Busbee; children Kelly Michael (Christian and family), Danielle Preston, Mitchell Preston; siblings and families Sharon Lefler, Melanie Hackler, Janis Morse, Valerie Preston, Thomas Preston; nine grandchildren; five fur babies - Nellie, Jagger, Trixie, Gunner, and Opie; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.