I miss you Nanna
On June 30th, 2016, Madeline Preston entered into eternal peace after a determined fight. She was predeceased by her parents Daniel and Bridget McDougall, her son William “Billie”, her siblings; Cameron McDougall, Gerrard McDougall, Daniel McDougall , Patrick McDougall, Harry McDougall, Gordon McDougall, Robert McDougall and Thelma Champoux. Madeline is survived by her children; Robert (Lee Ellen) Preston, Sharon (Andy) Quenneville, Mary Lou Wight, Dianne Preston and Andy (Cheryl) Preston, her grandchildren; Walter (Krista) Wight, Devon (Marnie) Preston, Terrence (Stacy) Wight, Blair (Josée) Preston, Bryant Preston, Amanda (Lou) Potvin, Natalie Potvin and Roberta Preston, her great-grandchildren; Madelyn, Cody, Jennifer Wight; Deseah, Garrett Wight; Billy, Calvin Preston; Jakob, Mikel Fortier; Cole, Maddox, Leah Preston and Cheyenne Preston. She is also survived by her siblings; Catherine Clifford, Kenneth McDougall and sisters-in-law; Gladys McDougall and Margaret McDougall. Madeline had an unwavering faith in God. She was a devote member of the Holy Name of Jesus Parish. Over the years, she became a founding and lifetime member of the C.W.L. and past president; as well as a member of St. Anthony’s Guild and initial founding member of the K.L. Food Bank from Holy Name Church.Visitation:
Monday, July 4, 2016 from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
French Family Funeral HomeFuneral Mass:
Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at 10:00 a.m.
Holy Name of Jesus ParishDonations:
C.W.L. Holy Name of Jesus Parish
39 Kirkland St. Kirkland Lake, ON, P2N 2G3St-Michaels Hospital in Toronto – Medical, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
30 Bond St, Toronto, ON, M5B 1W8Offer Condolence for the family of Madeline Preston (née McDougall)
I miss you Nanna
To: The Preston Family We are sorry to hear the news Of Madeline”s passing. She will always be remembered as a wonderful and caring person who was always so pleasant and cheerful to speak with on those occasions we met. Brian will always remember her tasty soup and sandwiches when he had the opportunity to enjoy lunch with her at the beginning of his teaching career. A great lady. Our condolences to all.–Brian and Gale
Your mother was the kindest and gentlest woman we have ever met. I feel so fortunate to have known her and extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
My deepest sympathies with the loss of a wonderful woman who will be greatly missed! Madeline was an inspiration to so many who loved and admired her! She always had a smile on her face and a kind word to share with those she met. May she rest in peace in the loving arms of our Lady of Good Counsel!
To the Preston family, please accept our sympathies.
So sorry to hear about the loss of your wonderful mother. Keeping you in my thoughts…..sending my deepest condolences to you Andy and Cheryl and your entire family.
On behalf of Delshen Therapeutics, all the staff would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Walter and Mary Lou and the Preston Family, Sorry about the passing of your Grandmother and Mom. Wally, you always spoke very highly of your grandmother so hopefully your love for her and your memories of her will comfort you always. We are thinking about you and your family and my prayers are with you all tonight. Take care.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your loss. Mrs. Preston was such an amazing lady – and will be missed. Andy, Cheryl and girls – we wish we could be with you during this time. One blessing from your loss – she will now be joining those she lost previously – and will be watching over all of you. Our heartfelt condolences are with all of you. Brian, Michelle (and family) Morden
My thoughts and prayers are with you Dianne and family during this very sad time. God definitely has another angel.
So sorry for your loss Dianne. My thoughts are with you.
Preston Family, Sincere condolences. Our hearts are with you in mind and prayers during these difficult days. Rest assured that her soul will live with you’s forever through the treasure of your memories. Hugs Lise & Claude
My sincere condolences to the members of the Preston and McDougall families on the loss of dear Madeline.My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Sending all of you lover and prayers, I am so glad that I came up last year and spent time with her
Preston and Macdougall families Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Madeline, she was a wonderful woman. I know my Mother Florence will surely miss her.
To the Preston Family So sorry for your loss. My deceased mother worked with her on CWL events for several years and had so much respect for her wort ethic, dedication & sense of humor. She was truly a gem. R. I. P. Our thoughts are with your family. Pat & Lorraine Kiely
Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time. She was such an amazing soul. Wonderful lady who raised her children with such pride. Her family was the most important to her… Her door was always open to everyone who loved her. I know it will be hard for those she leaves behind. Find comfort in all the beautiful memories you hold in your heart and take comfort in knowing she’s is at rest and there is no more suffering . She is now with her beloved son Billie. We will all see her again some day in heaven. I will always hold a special place in my heart for her. She will be missed by all who knew her. To her family Take Care Of Each Other. Hugs to all. Graham & Lynn Toppazzini. xox
It’s with a heavy heart that I write this note. All our love a sincere condolences to the families. There are no words that really offer comfort. Hold each other close, speak of her often and she will always b near. Love n hugs Bobby
Andy, Dianne, Mary Lou & the Preston Family. Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother, mother-in-law & grandmother. You will always have a special angel watching over you in this exceptionally caring lady, cherish the memories. Steve Fry & Kathy Evans
Dianne I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace in the wonderful memories you have of your Mom. Hold them close to your heart. Thinking of you and your family.
Madeleine was a true example of what a Christian was all about. As a C.W.L member she always made sure that she kept the best job for me in the kitchen….cleaning the stoves. She taught me the true value of being a servant of Christ. What a precious soul she was and we definitely need more people like her to make this a better world to live in. To the family, our deepest sympathy and prayers during these difficult days. She can finally rest in peace…
I’m so very sorry for your loss… My thought are with you and your family.
We have lost the matriarch of our family, she was our anchor. To my cousins be strong your Mother will be with you all. XO
Condolences to your whole Family at this very sad and difficult time….Cherish all the memories
Deepest Sympathy’s sent to the Preston/ McDougall Families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Sonia & Fred Lang
Dianne and Families, Heaven has received another angel. My deepest sympathies. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sending love and hugs to all of you. Aunt Madeline was an incredible woman. I hope you are all coping well. XO
Diane, so sorry in the passing of your mom. Such a strong and determined lady .
To the Entire Preston/McDougall family, So sorry for the loss of one of the most caring and loving person I have ever met, Always had a smile and a kind word, she will be missed by all of us. She joins all the ones that went before her, I am sure they were waiting with open arms to welcome her into heaven. Rest in peace, till we meet again xxxx John and Cathy Wendorf(Connolly)