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perseverance and person, I feel like I’m honoring my grandpa. I know
encouragement.” my future will always hold a place for service to
Oh, how I would the disabled. I owe this to my hero, Chuck Preston.
have loved to Although he spent most of his life in a wheelchair, to
have encouraged me, he stood 10 feet tall. He was a giant of a man and
him, like he’s the most able-bodied person I’ve ever known.
encouraged me
and so many
others.
Chuck Preston passed away in January 2016,
Chuck Preston’s at the age of 69. He and his wife Merrie were
disability did not married 31 years, raised 3 children and were
define him. It blessed with 7 wonderful grandchildren. He
made him bigger conducted psychiatric therapy for individuals
than life and more influential than anyone could have (including many veterans) and families for 40
imagined. He had a selfless and wonderful heart, years. He inspired and influenced countless
and because of his positive outlook, he became one of others throughout his phenomenal life.
the longest living quadriplegics. Despite his physical
challenges, I never heard him utter a complaint. He
lived like he had everything
he could ever want or need.
God used his life to remind
people of how blessed they
were. And yes, he also
changed my life. Because
of his encouragement,
determination, and example,
I have spent much of my life
appreciating my blessings.
He was a giver, and made a
positive contribution to this
world. I want to do the same.
I have spent countless hours
volunteering in service to
the disabled in my school
and in my community. It is FRENSHIP ISD
a passion for me. Every time
I can help a handicapped
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Article Submitted by Mattison Cox

Mattison Cox, Senior at Frenship High School, enjoys being a member of the Frenship Dance
Team, hanging out with family and friends, volunteering in the community through National
Charity League, and serving as Senior Debutant for the Lubbock Symphony. She will be
attending Texas Tech University as a fourth generation Red Raider to pursue a major in public
relations.

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