Donald L. Preston

June 6, 1939 - March 4, 2022

Donald L. Preston Scotia - Donald L. Preston, 82, of Scotia passed away peacefully on Friday, March 4, 2022 after a brief illness. Born in Oneida, NY on June 6, 1939, Don was the son of the late Dr. Lee S. Preston and Letha (Rising) Preston. He was raised and educated in Oneida and was a graduate of Syracuse University and the University of Oklahoma where he earned a Master's degree in Geography. Don proudly served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1966. On August 26, 1961 he married the love of his life, Mardis Storaker. They were married until her death in 2019. He was employed by New York State in Albany for 27 years until his retirement. Don enjoyed photography and the outdoors, including fly-fishing, cross country skiing, canoeing, and hiking. He was devoted to his family and enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. Survivors include his daughters, Elin (Edward) Lockrow of Rensselaer NY, Letha (John) Maslauskas of Loudon NH, and Deana Preston of West Hurley, NY; his grandchildren Timothy (Jennifer) Lockrow, Erica Lockrow, Sophia (Caleb) Swislosky, and Vanessa Maslauskas; his sister Janet (Howard) Heffron of New Hartford NY and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Don was predeceased by his brother, Frederick Preston. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at 1:00PM at The White Funeral Home, 264 N Ballston Ave, Scotia NY. Memorial contributions may be made in Don's memory to The American Diabetes Association, The Alzheimer's Association, or The Disabled American Veterans. To express condolences visit www.sbfuneralhome.com