Richard Preston

Richard Preston III was a cherished young man in the Kansas City area, remembered by family and friends for the warmth and presence he brought to those around him. Though taken far too soon at age 23 on July 20, 2013, his life was marked by the ordinary and meaningful ties that bind a community: friendships, family gatherings, and the everyday moments that make a life memorable.

Family and loved ones gathered to honor Richard’s life with visitation and a service held on July 26, 2013, at Greater Work International. Those services reflected the care and support of his community at a time of profound loss. Following the service he was laid to rest at XII Gates Cemetery, with arrangements handled by Duane E. Harvey Funeral Directors.

What survives are the personal memories kept by those who knew him — the visits, the conversations, and the presence he offered in the lives of family and friends. In sharing condolences and memories, the community preserved the human side of Richard’s story: a young man surrounded by people who valued him.

Though public records give only a few details, the gathering of family and friends and the memorials offered in his name stand as a testament to his place in the lives of others. May those who loved Richard find comfort in the company of one another and in the small, lasting ways a life can shape a community.