Peacefully on Tuesday, May 4, 2010 in her 86th year. To be reunited with her late husband James Arnold. Daughter of the late Francis Bernard Preston and Jessie May Preston. Sister of Joan Fortier (late Al), the late Douglas Preston (Erla) and the late Evelyn McCuaig (late Max). Survived by her children Judy Frechette (Denis), Marilyn Nirkkola (Bill), Gary Smith (Ruth) and Linda Forgrave (Charles). Sister in law to Noreen and Elmer Hudson. Grandmother of Kimberly Figures (Paul Monteith), Scott Figures (Wendy), Tiffany Nirkkola, Chrissy Dewar (Scott), Stacie Smith, Randie Hanlan (Jeff), Taylor Smith, Derek Smith, Di-Anne Little (Ray), Janette Longyear (Ted), Jeff Maille (Kylie), Trey and Tishella Forgrave. Great grandmother of 12. At her request a private family service will be held at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre. A special thank you to the many compassionate staff and volunteers at ARCH for their kindness and gentleness shown to our mother during her stay. Memorial contributions to the Algoma Residential Community Hospice (ARCH) would be greatly appreciated. Expressions of sympathy may be offered at www.arthurfuneralhome.com
