Toni Lee Preston

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Toni Lee Preston, age 70, of Holden, Missouri, died April 19, 2020.  Toni’s death was due to the effects of long-term lung disease. She passed away in her home about ten miles south of Holden.  She moved south of Kansas City in 1996 to enjoy country living. During her working life, she worked in various manufacturing jobs and for Temporary Electrical Service installing temporary electrical access to construction sites.  She also worked in horse stables and was involved in training horses. In more recent years she bred polydactyl cats and developed a website to sell them online. She retired on disability more than ten years ago.

Toni loved all kinds of animals, especially cats and horses.  She enjoyed horseback riding, hunting, camping, and being in nature.  She also liked playing pool and enjoyed being in a pool league. She collected rocks, fossils, and semi-precious gems. She enjoyed researching stones she found in nature and had an extensive rock collection she treasured.

Toni is preceded in death by her mother, B. C. Hatfield, her brother, David Lee Preston, and her infant son Colton, who died of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome in 1972.

Survivors include her long-time partner and companion, Connie Preston, her niece Dana Collen Preston, and her half-brother, Edward Charles Preston, Jr.

A private graveside memorial will take place in Adrian, Missouri at a later date.

Memorial contributions can be made to Best Friends Animal Society at bestfriends.org.

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  1. Tanya Brewen & Linda White on April 23, 2020 at 3:59 pm

    We really enjoyed our time visiting with Toni. We will really miss her. Hang in there Connie. We are always here for you. Come by or call anytime.



  2. Susie Gabel on April 23, 2020 at 4:33 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. Please let me know if yoy need anything. She was a wonderful person.



  3. Marcia Ogren on April 23, 2020 at 4:40 pm

    Lots of memories, I’ll miss her forever. Connie, let me know if I can help in any way. Love, Marcia



  4. tina Clancy on April 23, 2020 at 4:43 pm

    Toni was a special person in my life and although we lost contact for many years I am glad we reconnected in the last few weeks…she taught me many things about horses and animals in general and I have fond memories of our camping trips..shr will always hold a special place in my heart..



  5. Lori on April 23, 2020 at 6:13 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss. Toni was a very special lady and had a heart of gold. She will be dearly missed. Protect us all from above.



  6. Sandi & Bill Cousins on April 23, 2020 at 7:56 pm

    So very sorry for your lost Connie
    Hugs and love your way



  7. Marcel Richardson on April 26, 2020 at 11:02 am

    Toni was a uniquely special kind of person and Aunt to my daughters. I will miss her greatly!
    Thank you Toni for the fire side chats and the canter that was your spin on life, gonna miss ya!
    Marcel



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