1924
2012
Phyllis Elaine Preece, was born on October 5, 1924, entered heaven on October 7, 2012.
Phyllis was born in San Bernardino and lived in Colton for 85 years until she moved to Yucaipa in 2009.
Being surrounded by family was one of the most important things in Phyllis's life. She loved serving in the Temple of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She also loved "The Lakers" and enjoyed golf, genealogy, jigsaw puzzles, reading and most sport events.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Harold David Preece. She is survived by her daughters, Sharon Bough (Lynn), Lynne Behunin (Paul) and her son David Preece (Jan). Two sisters, Dorothy Adams and Barbara Doying (Ray), 10 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. She is also survived by many other family members and friends. She was much loved and will be truly missed by everyone.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 on Saturday, October 13, 2012, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 301 East Avenue L, Calimesa, CA. There will be a viewing from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. with a family viewing from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Montecito Memorial Park, Colton, CA.
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October 11, 2012
Jill & Byron Bowden
We extend our sincere condolences and sympathies to the family of Phyllis. Byron and I have wonderful memories of meeting and sharing with Phyllis and Harold at the 2006 Batchman Family reunion and her kind generosity in sharing her family genealogy with us. Our thoughts and prayers are with her families and friends. Love from Cousin Byron & Jill Budge-Bowden.
October 11, 2012
Becky and Larry Jamison
We offer our most sincere sympathies to Phyllis's family at this time of her life remembrance. She was loved and respected and we're truly grateful for her generosity in sharing the results of her lifelong family history research with us. We ask the Lord's comfort to her family!
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