Preston Thomas McKinney, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, uncle, and friend passed away on Monday January 10, 2022 at his apartment in Lubbock, TX. Addiction does not discriminate – everyone you meet is fighting a battle you may know nothing about. Be kind..always. Preston was called home at the young age of 24. Preston was blessed into this world on October 17, 1997 to parents Robert McKi... more
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Sweet Preston. I remember when I was in college Lizette came to visit nana and papa in Miami and I was so excited to go down and spend the weekend with my cousin and her new baby. Preston was so sweet and just the best baby. He was just a little guy at the time but he was very curious enjoyed going for walks in his stroller and just looking all aro...
Sabrina McKinney I had taken the kids to Six Flags for a day of fun and Preston was somewhere between 5-8 years old. We were standing in one of the long lines and all of a sudden people in front of us starting jumping, running and screaming "it's a rat". In the midst of the mayhem Preston grabbed me and looked up with his big cute eyes in absolute terror and said "what's a rasp?". He was so cute and innocent!
Emily King One of my favorite memories of Preston is from Easter many years ago. He was maybe 8 at the time. The kids were all running around filling there baskets with goodies when he came up to me with a piece of candy in his hand and held it up to me and said "what is this". I told him it was a hard candy that was called a jaw breaker and he was quiet as concern washed over his little face. He seemed quite surprised at the serious name of the bright colored candy and then asked "is that because it can break your jaw?" I giggled inside a little at how innocent and cute his question was but I also knew he was very serious. I assured him that it was just a silly name and the candy was safe. I don't think he quite believed me though because he then proceeded to go around and take those evil candies from the baskets of all the younger kids so they wouldn't be hurt. I watched and smiled and remember that moment so clearly. He was a funny kid and so smart. God bless his sweet soul gone too soon and to his family Robert, Sabrina, Ashton, Zoey, Jacob and Brooklyn, I love you all.
Alex Gould Preston and I were middle school buddies. We went to different high schools but one of our favorite things to do was go over to his house and just lay around with him. When I think about him, I think of how pure his soul was. He was genuinely one of the kindest and caring people I have ever met. I would do a lot of things to be able to see him and hug him again. He was a light in this world and I wish I could tell him how happy he made me by just existing. Rest In Peace Preston, thank you for being my friend and growing up with me. ❤️
Grace Billingsley Preston was such a great friend and kind soul to all he came across. He was a part of my prom group and we made memories at our lake house that I’ll cherish forever. He was funny and charismatic and his smile and laugh could light up a room in an instant. He will forever be in my heart, may God rest his sweet soul.
Xander Underwood Preston and I have been longtime friends since we met our freshman year of high school. We then continued our friendship long into college, even one he went to another school we maintained our friendship connection over the phone until he joined me a Texas Tech. Preston and I were each others go to guys to call one another up on the phone without even having a topic to speak on, just a fool around and crack jokes. Preston is one of my closest friends and never ceases to put a smile on my face. Whether we were hundreds of miles apart, or blocks apart, it always felt like we were together.
samuel showery Preston and Yoshi bonding over gifts. I love you Preston. Time spent with you will always hold a special space in my memories and heart brother.
Emma Ward Preston was technically my step cousin but more than anything he was my friend. I met him in 2017 shortly after my mom and his uncle John got married and he was always nice to me and made me feel included. A few years went by and we didn’t talk too much because I was going to school in Oklahoma, but then I moved down to Southlake from Oklahoma City in February 2021 and I didn’t know anyone here in Texas. After being down here a few weeks feeling like I had no friends here in Texas I realized I did have one friend, Preston. So I texted him and asked if he wanted to hangout and of course he said yes. I was so happy to have a friend down here after weeks of feeling alone. We hung out a lot over a few months. We would go out to get food, drive around and just talking about life and then in September he moved to Lubbock to go to school. I was alittle bummed because he was one of my only friends down here besides my mom and my boyfriend but I was happy for him. Preston, thank you for being my first friend here in Texas.
Sarah Melgoza Preston was a sweet, pure hearted person. We went to different schools but we found ways to see each other. He always held a special place in my heart. He was one of a kind, and I will cherish these fun and loving memories I had with him. ❤️
Hailey Budensiek Those who knew Preston know how much of an incredible blessing and privilege that it was to know and to love him. I am so grateful for the memories we were able to share and the joy that he brought to my life and the lives of everyone that he met. I have so many wonderful memories of him, from traveling together, to cooking, to running around the park with my dogs who loved him more than any other human I know. He will be deeply missed by both me and my family.
Trey Schlink I had the privilege of meeting Preston this past semester, he was my pledge brother and we were able to grow/share a bond that could never be broken. He was a bright soul, I would be having a terrible day and he could always find a way to cheer me up, and make me laugh. He loved and cared for people no matter who they are, where they’re from, and what they were going through. We also shared the same major, Mechanical Engineering, he was such a hard worker and would make studying/working fun and enjoyable. I have never met anyone like Preston, and I am truly heartbroken by his loss, these past several days have been the hardest, I miss him so much and love him dearly, because he is my brother.
Dylan Barton Preston was and is a beloved member of Alpha Class of the Tau Gamma chapter of Delta Kappa Epsilon here at Texas Tech. Preston put his heart and soul into undergoing pledgeship with us, and we know how much it meant to him. He always wanted to help his brothers in any way he could, exemplifying the kind of bond that the fraternal system was meant to facilitate. I knew Preston McKinney on a deep personal level— his hopes and sentiments, his quirks and wonderful qualities. Most significantly of all, I saw his heart, which was truly pure and brought laughter and joy to all it touched. I am pleased to have spent the time with him that I did— may God rest his soul.
Angie Conley This precious young man is one of my "Bonus" grandchildren. I had the privilege to live next-door to him as a very little boy. And what a cute little boy he was and such a handsome young man. So mild mannered and gentle, kind and caring. Thankfully he carried all those wonderful qualities into his very short young adulthood. This is an unexpected great loss to our family. We are simply heartbroken. And my heart breaks extra for his parents and Bonus-parents. He was so loved! It is a very sad day for us. . . but oh what a great day for Preston. 2 Corinthians 5:8 We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord Yes, you are loved here with our oh so fallible human love but now you know LOVE! The only comfort I can find right now is the confidence I have in the Lord's word that I know you are with him and starting your eternal journey and I will see you again. I will miss you. Love Gigi
Brooklynn McKinney To the boy who made me a big sister. The boy who didn't have a mean bone in his body. The intelligent soul who could do math equations most people couldn't understand. I am so honored to be called your big sister and will always have such an angel watching over me. I love you forever more.