Preston Blake Tidwell

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If there was ever a person who wanted to heal all the wrongs in the world, it was Preston Blake Tidwell. He was an idealist who sought to bring harmony to those around him. Even though Preston was enthusiastic and generous, it was sometimes difficult for him to boast about his accomplishments. Preston had strong personal convictions, making it hard for him to relinquish those ideals he held dearest to himself. Despite his outer strengths and beliefs, Preston sometimes struggled in his efforts to see the world as completely positive. Preston's life motto was always to hope for the best and work hard towards that end, but be prepared for some of life's disappointments. This philosophy was a continual driving force in his life, but it did not extinguish the bright light that defined the dreamer in Preston, something that was always there and that he readily shared with everyone around him.

Preston was born on September 21, 1999 at North East Baptist in San Antonio, Tx. His mother is Rosalie Davis. Preston was raised in San Antonio, Tx. As a youngster, Preston demonstrated an excellent vocabulary and command of language. He was a compassionate person, a quality that he would carry with him throughout his life. Even at a young age, Preston was sensitive to his parents’ moods and worked hard to please them and live up to their expectations.

Throughout his life, Preston showed a remarkable ability to mend relationships. This was true even with his siblings. Preston was caring, diplomatic and tolerant of the feelings of those around him. Preston was raised with one sibling. He had 1 older brother, Triston. Preston was constantly involved in activities with his brother. Preston and his sibling had the typical rivalries while growing up, but they cared deeply for one another.

As a young boy, Preston lived a childhood filled with fantasy. He was generally in pursuit of his own identity, but he was also adaptable to almost any situation he faced. Preston took part in MMA. He was a member of Ohana Academy. In his spare time he liked to play video games and skateboarding with friends. However, to Preston, the most fun to be had was simply playing, and spending time with his many friends.

High school was a time for Preston to seek out knowledge. He enjoyed learning and had a natural interest in gathering information. Preston had a flair for the poetic and was very expressive and articulate, especially when it came to his writing. Preston took his education seriously. He enjoyed some courses more than others, having favorite classes and teachers. His favorite class in high school was Science.

While those who did not know him well found Preston to be somewhat reserved until they got to know him, he was an authentic and devoted friend. Preston was a tranquil person, with an easygoing and open-minded attitude towards life. He presented a pleasant face to the outside world but concealed the pain and discomfort he felt over his own friends’ difficulties. Preston sought to achieve harmony with everyone and possessed the ability to mend conflicts and avoid interpersonal struggles. While growing up, some of his best friends were Tripp, Devin, Bobby, Matt, Tristan and Yogi.

Preston's tremendous enthusiasm for the activities he enjoyed also influenced the pleasure he drew from sports. In high school, Preston focused in the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Ohana. Preston also enjoyed watching sports and liked following his favorite sports whenever he got the chance to do so. Top on his list was UFC.

Preston was a lover of animals and cherished his pets. Preston's favorites were a dog name Sandy and a cat named Memo. They were best friends for 10 yrs. His family was rounded out by his small dog Daisey and an asshole cat named Jynx.

He is survived by Mother Rosalie, Brother Triston, Grandparents Vincent and Rosa, His Aunt and Uncles are Vincent and Yari, Mike and Anna; and his Cousins Logan and Liana.

Preston was someone who was able to see the world as a good and honorable place. He viewed the people who inhabited it as essentially good. A person who tended to see the world in terms of black and white, Preston tried to focus on the good he saw, knowing that there were times he would have to compromise. He was selfless and deeply committed to all things positive and good. Preston was a person who would keep his eye on tomorrow and constantly held onto his dreams. He was capable of being mystical at times, and he could be the seer or shaman of a group. It was this exceptional insight and quiet reserve that that became Preston's trademark qualities for all who knew him, and it was one of the many reasons why all who knew him loved Preston Blake Tidwell.