Rich Preston

Vice-President, Ontario Provincial Command

  • Joined Br 385 Aurora 1984, 42 year member.
  • On executive for 22 years, was Branch president for 6 years.
  • Chaired the Branch Candle Light Vigil and Drumhead service.
  • Chair the Town’s yearly Veteran Banner Program.
  • Chaired Dominion Darts in 2011 when Branch 385 hosted.
  • Was Zone E2 Sports Officer for 10 years.
  • Served as Deputy Zone E2 Commander, Zone E2 Commander, District E Charitable Foundation Director, Deputy District E Commander and District E Commander.
  • Received Life membership 2015.
  • Received MSM award 2025.
  • Received Queens Diamond Jubilee medal in 2012.
  • Received Kings Coronation Medal 2024.
  • Recently retired after 45 years in the glass construction industry.
  • My wife Sue and I owned a glass company for many years.
  • Sue and I have 4 children between us and are the proud grandparents of 8, age 2 to 23.
  • In my spare time I enjoy Lawn bowling and Sue and I like to participate in Legion sports when we can.