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Rachel Preston

Passed 11/23/2013

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Obituary For Rachel Preston

Rachel ‘Honey’ Corine Mabary Preston passed away at the age of 59 on November 23, 2013 at her daughter’s home in Anna, TX, surrounded by her loving family. Her memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday December 14th at Dannel Funeral Chapel in Sherman, TX, officiated by Pastor Dennis Henderson. Rachel was born in Denison, TX on January 17, 1954 to Frank & Wanda (Hunter) Mabary, who preceded her in death. Her grandparents were Charles & Cora Hunter and Frank & Bertie Mabary. Rachel is survived by Brent, her husband of 20 years; daughters, Jennifer Phelps & Jessica Cotten; stepchildren, Tylene Hamilton & Bryan Preston; grandchildren, Garrett Morris, Madison Ulmer, Caleb Cotten, Tanner Lantz, Triston Hamilton, Ashlyn Preston, & Blake Preston; brother, John Mabary; and sisters, Shirley Hill & Toni Campbell. Rachel graduated from Denison High School in 1972 where she took photography classes and was very proud to be part of the Drill team as a Stingerette. At DHS, she was in the Vocational Office Education program where she worked half a day at Diaper Jeans Co. Later, Rachel attended Grayson County College, taking courses of interest with her daughters and sister, Toni. Rachel was very gifted, full of life, and had more ideas than time in which to do everything. She was a true Jane of all trades. Her many vocations included stay-at-home mom, seamstress, upholsterer, cake designer, crafter, handyman, carpenter, landscaper, and secretary. She retired as Court Coordinator for the 59th District Court in Sherman, TX. She was an entrepreneur at heart, opening a home-based business in Wisconsin and a storefront business in Sherman, TX. It was never if she could accomplish something, but when or how. Rachel loved animals big and small. She rode horses, raised wild birds, trained her golden retriever, provided homes to both domestic and feral cats, and also raised chickens. She loved to watch them grow and play. Rachel’s truest love was for her family. She was kind, nurturing, and loyal. Rachel was the neighborhood’s favorite mom as her daughters grew up, chaperoning annual Brownies’ trips to horseback riding camp and frightening children at Halloween parties. Later she was seamstress to her daughter, Jennifer, sewing and embroidering her wedding dress. For Jessica she was cake designer, baking and decorating her wedding cake. She frequently cared for granddaughter, Maddy, creating arts & crafts together. She took great pleasure in preparing her home with Brent, decorating their Christmas tree to bring warmth to Thanksgiving and Christmas family gatherings. These are merely glimpses of the love that Rachel had for her family. Rachel was a member of Sherman Bible Church. She will be remembered as a woman of faith, providing sound advice and strength to family and friends. Her strength and faith in the Lord carried her through her final days. She was surrounded and cared for by those who loved her over the weeks before her passing, laughing and loving along the way. She will be greatly missed by all, but is now eternally peaceful and blessed. Honorary pallbearers for Rachel’s Memorial are Ernest Chaney, Alan Cotten, Jack Griffin, Heath Leeder, Dennis Neal & Dave Ramsey. In lieu of flowers, Rachel’s family asks that you make a donation to the ASPCA in honor of her love for animals.

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  • 12/12/2013

    David M Kennedy

    I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I am keeping all in my thoughts and prayers. ~ David M Kennedy

  • 12/12/2013

    Teresa Ingram

    I always enjoyed working with Rachel when she was at the courthouse and the times we shared in our college classes. She was always very positive and outgoing. I don't think I ever heard her say anything negative about anyone or any situation. She was an inspiration with her many interests. I know she will be greatly missed by her family and friends but her memory of a life will lived and love will live on forever. RIP Rachel ~ Teresa Ingram

  • 12/12/2013

    Ms. Chris Hansard

    Brent, I am so sorry for your loss. Rachel will truly be missed! I'll be praying for you and your family! ~ Ms. Chris Hansard

  • 12/12/2013

    James & Kathleen Roach

    Brent and family, please accept our condolences. You are in our prayers! ~ James & Kathleen Roach

  • 12/12/2013

    R. Randall Richardson

    Our deepest condolences to the family. I worked with Rachel for many years at the courthouse and she was simply a wonderful person in all regards. ~ R. Randall Richardson

  • 12/12/2013

    Janice Hallmark

    My deepest sympathy Brent, to you and your family. She is no longer suffering and is in a good place. ~ Janice Hallmark

  • 12/12/2013

    Harry & Barbara Elledge

    Brent, So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers for God's peace and comfort at this time of sorrow. ~ Harry & Barbara Elledge

  • 12/08/2013

    Everett Reynolds

    Brent, Just saw this today. So sorry for your loss. You will be in our prayers. I know she had a good husband. Everett and Judy Reynolds ~ Everett Reynolds, Van Alstyne, Texas

  • 12/07/2013

    Lynn Miller

    My condolences for your loss.I have so many good memories of our childhood years. May God Bless you all. ~ Lynn Miller, Jolly, Texas

  • 12/07/2013

    Roland & Nancy Umphrey

    Brent & Family, It is with sadness and with deepest condolences to your family to learn of Rachel's passing. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate her life. Please accept our deepest sympathies. ~ Roland & Nancy Umphrey, Sherman, Texas

  • 12/06/2013

    Larry McKee

    Brent & family...you are in my thoughts & prayers..May God hold you in His hands and Comfort you... ~ Larry McKee, Coppell, Texas

  • 12/06/2013

    Judy Jeter

    Brent, you know I am thinking of you and all of the family. My heart hurts for you, my prayers are for God to give you the strength you need at this time. Rachael is at peace and at home, take care my friend and know you are cared for and loved, Judy Gee Jeter ~ Judy Jeter, Denison, Texas

  • 12/05/2013

    Linda and Bud Preston

    rachel's obituary fit her so well. She was a dynamo on this earth and I believe she's already got projects going in Heaven! May our Father comfort you all in her earthly absence and may your memories be accompanied by tender smiles of remembrance of this delightful woman. ~ Linda and Bud Preston, Twin Falls, Idaho

  • 12/05/2013

    Cindy Miller Fryday

    My heartfelt condolences for your loss. I have so many fond childhood memories of growing up with Rachel. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Rachel as she watches over you from heaven. Heaven has another angel. ~ Cindy Miller Fryday, Zwolle, Louisiana

  • 12/04/2013

    Belinda Sweet

    Love, hugs and prayers to all of you ~ Belinda Sweet, Tom Bean, Texas

  • 12/04/2013

    May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

  • 12/04/2013

    Brent, Sandra and I pray for you and your family. May God bless you all. Mike Schleuse

  • 12/04/2013

    Kela Gilliam Cooper

    Brent and Mabary families so saddened to hear of Rachel's passing. My prayers are with all of you. ~ Kela Gilliam Cooper, Denison, Texas

  • 12/04/2013

    Monica Hughley

    You will be missed!! Such a sweet lady! ~ Monica Hughley, Sherman

  • 12/04/2013

    Bonnie Chiavacci

    Praying for your family. She was the best! I know you have lit up heaven - save me a spot. ~ Bonnie Chiavacci

  • 12/04/2013

    Kay Clark

    Dear Mabary Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember so well the teeny little girl running around our neighborhood on E. Woodard Street. God bless you all. Kay (Grossman) Clark ~ Kay Clark, Denison, Texas

  • 12/04/2013

    Pat McMahan

    Brent, my friend, Me and the wife will keep you and your family in our prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss. Pat and Tricia McMahan ~ Pat McMahan, Keller, Texas

  • 12/04/2013

    JoAnn Nichols

    Brent, many thoughts, prayers and love to you and your family. She was truly a gift from God. Love, JoAnn Ciaccio Nichols ~ JoAnn Nichols, Denison, Texas

  • 12/04/2013

    Mike/Diana Sikes

    Brent, our thoughts and Prayers are with you. ~ Mike/Diana Sikes, The Woodlands, Texas

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