Nicole,
I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your dad. Although it has been ages since I have seen Jim, I remember how much fun he was from when we used to be with your parents back in the 70s and 80s. I am sure you have many happy memories to recall.

We loved our adopted family member!  Jim added so much love, laughter, and kindness to our lives.  He will be forever loved and missed.... Dylan, Anth, Merle, Alex and Cami

Nicole and Family:   I share your sadness about Jim. He was one great human being. He was full of kindness and love.  He loved Nicole so so much. Jim lived life. He was very smart. He could have been a world history professor if he wanted to. I will mostly miss his laughter and sense of humor while golfing, going to Rockies, Broncos and watching Nuggets games. We enjoyed a few Coors Lights together.( well maybe more than a few.) Even at our age, we went dancing.( well not together) I should have videoed. He was one of a kind. He was a True friend. He is probably still 🕺 dancing!

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James Daniel Preston

December 13, 1948 – December 3, 2023

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