Donna “Jean” Preston was born to Osean and Kathryn Swanson on May 28, 1928, and she passed away on March 23, 2023, at the Pender Community Hospital after a brief illness.
Jean lived in Lyons and graduated from Lyons High School in 1946. After graduation Jean left for New York to live and albeit was a short stay she returned to Omaha to earn a degree in Cosmetology from Constino’s Beauty School. Jean was dedicated to her profession for over 40 years as she had a beauty shop in her home and then expanded and moved her beauty shop to Main Street in Lyons.
On May 9, 1952, she was married to Wesley Nova Preston and as he served his country they lived in San Diego where they welcomed their first child Pamela (Thomsen) to their family. In 1954 the couple then moved to Lyons, Nebraska where they welcomed an additional four children to the family: Roxanne (Southwell), Tammy, Sherrill and Bradley Nova.
Wes and Jean lived a wonderful life in Lyons and spent time dancing, dining and playing cards with their family and friends. Jean loved her children dearly, her grandchildren unconditionally and her great-grandchildren with great joy and love.
Jean was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Wesley Nova, daughter, Sherrill Le, and son, Bradley Nova.
She is survived by her children: Pamela (Steve), Roxanne (Bruce) and Tammy; 11 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren (including three on the way.) Sister, Shirley (Reil); sisters-in-law: Lorna (Von Seggern), Shirley (Preston); and dear friend “Virg”.
A celebration of life will be announced.
Burial at Lyons Cemetery, Lyons.
Memorials directed to the family for future designation.
Arrangements by Pelan Funeral Services. www.pelanfuneralservices.com
