Obituary of Preston Andrew Peays

Preston Andrew Peays, of Syracuse, NY, passed away peacefully at

home on Liberty Street on March 14, 2025. He was born in Brooklyn,

NY, the beloved son of the late Vivian and Moses Pe’ays of

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Preston graduated from Longwood High School in Long Island, NY,

where he was an active member of the wrestling and football teams.

He continued his education at SUNY Oswego, earning his degree

before proudly serving in the United States Navy. After an honorable

discharge, he continued to serve his country in the United States

Navy Reserve, where he completed an additional four years of

service and was again honorably discharged.

Following his military service, Preston dedicated 25 years to the

Syracuse VA Medical Center, where he eventually retired. He was

also a proud member of the Onondaga County/Syracuse Masonic

Lodge.

Preston was an inspiring entrepreneur with a deep passion for

martial arts and business. He loved classic movies, reading, and

writing. Those who knew him will remember his vivacious

personality, his caring spirit, and his deep love for his family.

He is survived by his devoted daughter, Danielle Fisher; his cherished

grandchildren, Verena Fisher, Trenajiah Harris, and Isabella Jordan;

his older brother Kenneth Peays and his Fiancé Iris, nephew Kenneth

Jr.; his sister Alexis Peays-Carney and her sons, LaMonne Carney Jr.

(wife Jassmine), Sean Carney, and Karlin Carney; and his youngest

sister, Pattricia Lynn, along with her loving children, Zavia and RJ.

Funeral Services with Honors:  Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. Veterans Memorial Cemetery Chapel 4069 Howlett Hill Rd Syracuse NY 13215