Coward, Preston L.
April 12, 1987 –
June 3, 2021
Obituary
Preston Lynn Coward, beloved son of Myra Ruano Benoit and Kevin Coward, was born April 12, 1987, in Dallas, Texas and passed away on June 3, 2021, in Dallas at the age of 34. Preston graduated from Plano Senior High School, attended Louisiana State University, and graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in finance. He worked for Bank of America. He loved to play golf, watch the Dallas Cowboys, Dallas Mavs, LSU & Texas Tech football. His absolute favorite spot to vacation was Puerto Rico. He loved his family, especially his parents, and his friends (The “P” Town Gang & Mud Dogs Fantasy Football). Preston was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents; Irma and Clifford Rachal and Jose Ruano; paternal grandfather, Dennis Courtney. He is survived by his beloved mother, Myra Ruano Benoit of Dallas, TX; father, Kevin Coward “Pop” (Jennifer) of DeRidder, LA; brother, Wesley Coward; sister, Victoria DeLome; grandmother, Jennie Courtney “Nana”; and grandparents, Tommy and Doris Coward. On Friday, June 11, 2021, a brief prayer service will be held at Calvary Lutheran Church, 9807 Church Road, Dallas, TX at 4:30pm followed by a Celebration of Life at the Hilton Anatole Hotel (Coronado Ballroom in the Ser Tower far entrance) at 6:30pm. Please direct all flower and plant deliveries to Myra Ruano Benoit, Room 2474 at the Hilton Anatole Hotel (2201 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75207). These deliveries will be transferred to the Coronado Ballroom for the service. Hotel reservations may be arranged at a special group rate by clicking here
Preston, “You are my sun, my moon, and all my stars. I did not give you the gift of life as much as life gave me the gift of you. You are forever in my heart” Love, Mom
“Death leaves a heartache that no man can heal. Love leaves a memory that no man can steal.” Thank you for the memories Preston… Love, Pop
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I spent some time with Preston when visiting family in TX and he and my son were friends. He will be missed gone far too soon. RIP Preston ♥️ My sincere condolences to the family.
My sincere condolences to the family of Preston Coward. He always knew how to make everyone smile, a cherished gift he possessed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Friends, my heart aches for y’all.
Kevin you’re in my thoughts and prayers. I love you friend, so sorry for your loss.
I remember holding you in my arms the day you were born like it was yesterday.Preston I love you and will miss you Till we meet again. Uncle Pep
Sending LOVE & PRAYERS !!!
I hope that our Lord brings you and your family the much-needed peace during this sad time. My condolences to you and your family.
Mi querida amiga, cuanto lamento ver esta noticia, confío que el Dios de PAZ llene tu corazón, cuerpo y espíritu. Que Dios sea añadiendo consuelo a tu vida y que continuamente te permita disfrutar el recuerdo de todos los años que Papá te permitió tener a Preston, disfrutarlo y todos los momentos agradables que pudieron compartir muy unidos. Recibe mi abrazo. Cariños
My condolences Bro. Kevin and Sis. Jennifer. My heart is heavy and I pray that you and your loved ones can find peace in Jesus Christ. Love you guys.
Myra my heart aches for you…many prayers friend.
Myra there are no words…many prayers friend.
I am sorry for your loss
My deepest sympathy to the family. Praying for your strength and healing.
Myra,Kevin and family there are no words Preston always had a hug and a big smile my prayers and thoughts are with you may the memories and God be the anchor through this storm love you
Sending love and prayers to you both, Myra and Kevin. I love you both very much. So so sorry for your loss.
I’m so very sorry! I know first hand how much this hurts. Lost my daughter when she was 34. God’s comfort to all of you!
Myra, Kevin and family. I’m really still in shock and immediately my heart broke for your entire families. Please know when I put this down I will go into prayer just for Preston and your family. Much love for you all. LuWanna
My sincere condolences on the loss of your son.
So sorry for your loss will be praying for all of you for the days ahead
Kevin you and your family have my LOVE and PRAYERS ….
Dear ama. Benoit: You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you. The Brownell family – Dell, Michael & Kristine
We are so sorry prayers for u all
Always in our hearts, Preston.
I know he was the light of your eyes!!! I’m so sorry for your loss!!
My deepest heartfelt condolences! Sorry for your loss. Praying for you
Mi querida amiga, siento mucho lo de Preston, le pido a Dios que te de fortaleza en estos momentos difíciles, siento mucho por lo que estas pasando se que no hay palabras para consolarte, solo Dios puede llenar tu alma de consuelo. Que descanse en paz! Un abrazo desde Puerto Rico!
Myra and Kevin…We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Preston. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Craig and Tammie
Michael and I are so sorry for your loss. Preston was a beautiful soul, you raised a wonderful young man! We will be praying for you and your family! All our Love! Michael & Elizabeth McGee
Our heart hurts so bad for you all. We know how much you all love Preston. My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Preston Coward.
So sorry to here about The loss of Preston we are in your prayers and we know it’s hard to deal with but God is always by your side praying for y’all
So sorry to hear of Preston’s passing.
Prayerfully
Stephen E
To Myra and Family! So so sorry for the lost of Preston! I pray for you and family!
To Myra and Family! So so sorry for the lost of Preston!
Myra, we are deeply saddened by the passing of your beloved son, Preston! We lift you up in prayer for the consolation you need to find peace and comfort. You raised an incredible individual and he will always remain your sun, moon, and stars! Strong hugs to you and all the family! xoxo
Mis más sentidos pésame, amiga todo en la vida tiene un propósito, Dios te de las fuerzas para recuperarte de esta situacion.
(My condolences, friend, everything in life has a purpose, God give you the strength to recover from this situation.)
My heart is aching for you! I am praying for you and your family.
We were so disheartened by the loss of your son. Knowing the heartache of losing your child added to the grief. Those big eyes of his made me smile, though. Love and prayers for all affected by this tragedy. ❤️
Thinking of you and your family. Peace and love be with you all.
So sorry for your loss Kevin praying for you all.
My heartfelt condolences to you and to your family Miss Benoit!
-Almeida Family
My heart aches for you Myra. May God holds you in His arms in this moment to give you comfort and strength:
My heart aches for you Myra. So sorry for your loss.
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. I know God will help you all at this time and always.
We are so sorry for your loss. Preston was always so helpful and a great friend to many. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Ed and Janice Rehg
Preston was your greatest blessing of all and he will continue to live forever in your heart. Lifting you up in prayers for strength to get you through all the days of your life. I love you.
Myra, You have been on my heart and in my prayers. I know Preston meant the world to you. I’m sorry we were out of town last week. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Preston,
Thank you so much for everything. You are an amazing soul, you have heart of gold and you were there for me in the perfect time of my life. You will be missed so much by so many. It won’t be the same without you but you will always remain in our hearts and memories. May we meet again.