PRESTON DAVID MORTON 4/15/1947 - 11/6/2026

Preston David Morton, 79, passed away peacefully on Nov. 6, 2026, in Tyler, Texas, surrounded by his loving family.

Preston bravely battled a blood disorder, fighting hard with unwavering strength until the angels called him to Heaven.

Preston was born in Fort Scott, Kansas, and grew up in Wichita, Kansas. He graduated from Wichita State University and went on to build a successful career as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

For 52 years his integrity and sharp mind earned him the respect of his community.

Beyond his professional success, Preston had a deep passion for preservation. In Winnsboro, Texas, he contributed to restoring historic buildings downtown, breathing new life into the community’s heritage.

He also found immense joy in transforming land, adding ponds to various properties and filling them with fish. He enjoyed fishing and playing the piano.

Above all his achievements Preston’s greatest legacy was his family. He was married 49 years to his loving wife, Pat, who was his constant anchor and stayed faithfully by his side every day during his time in the hospital. With Pat’s help they raised two daughters who love the Lord and serve locally and nationally in education. He was so proud of them. 

Preston was preceded in death by his parents, David and Evelyn Morton.

He is survived by his spouse, Pat Morton; his daughters, Karen Lawrence (and husband Matt), Mary Caruthers (and husband Ryan); and his cherished grandchildren, Mary and Griffin Lawrence, and Calvary, Risen, and Ever Caruthers.

He leaves behind his sister, Pat Fretz, and his brother, Brad Morton, along with an extended family and a community of friends who will forever treasure his memory.

All are welcome to join our family as we remember Preston Morton on Friday, Nov. 13, at Beaty Funeral Home. The visitation will be at noon followed by the funeral service at 1 p.m. and a graveside ceremony at Harmony Cemetery.

The family would welcome gifts of flowers, which can be purchased locally at Ashley’s Flowers, (903) 3420607 or ashleysflowers2016@ gmail.com.

In lieu of flowers, please use this link to donate to the Winnsboro Center for the Arts: winnsborocenterforthearts.com/preston-morton-memorial-donation/.

Visitation and Funeral Service: Beaty Funeral Home, 816 W Broadway St, Winnsboro, TX 75494. Graveside Ceremony: Harmony Cemetery: 659 CR 2393, Winnsboro TX 75494