Holley Self Preston
On December 5, 2023, Holley Self Preston gained her angel wings and declared victory over all pain and suffering on this earth. Holley’s last few years truly revealed her strength and courage to everyone, and it reinforced her faith and trust in God as she held to His unchanging hand. Holley did her best to live as God commanded us all to live, as a shining light and representative of His love. Holley had a special place in her heart for children. She enjoyed spoiling them and calling them “her babies.” She also adored Broadway Shows and New York City. Whether you followed her on social media or were blessed enough to have known her personally, Holley shared her life’s journey with others so that they may be blessed by it in some way. She fought a good fight and loved her family with all she had, and now she can truly rest.
Holley was born on July 17, 1972, in Danville, VA, to Vickye Dyanna Pittmon and Thomas William Self, III. Holley and her devoted husband, Sean Alonzo Preston, were married on December 19, 2010, and together they raised their family in Chatham, VA. The young family accepted Christ through baptism and worshiped as members of Greater Triumph Missionary Baptist Church, Chatham , VA., under the pastorship of the late, Reverend Michael K. Ferrell, Sr. Holley loved the spiritual guidance and support from Pastor Ferrell, First Lady, Roxane Ferrell, as well as her church family and praying friends. Holley found peace in the toughest of times because of this foundation.
Holley’s academic journey involved a few schools in the area before she joined the adult, workforce. Holley attended Woodlawn Academy, Chatham High School, Hargrave Military Academy, and graduated from George Washington High School. After graduation, she continued her studies at Patrick Henry Community College in Martinsville, VA. Following college, Holley worked as a Zoning Administrator for Campbell County and as a Code Enforcement Inspector for the City of Danville. She also worked as the Office Manager for the software company, Technique Solutions, Inc., in Martinsville, VA. Holley even found time to serve as a caregiver for two elderly women whom she adored.
In addition to her dedicated mother, Vickye Pittmon, loving parents Thomas and Kay Self, and her devoted husband, Sean Preston, whom she cherished with all of her heart, Holley will be lovingly remembered by three doting sons, Travian Rahsean Preston, Kalure Rahsaan Preston (Grace), and Shy’hee Akee Preston (Alexis); three precious grandchildren, Kace Preston, Knoelani Preston, and Kaeden Preston; two sisters, Wendy McDaniel (Steve) and Amy Self; and a host of devoted aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and dearly devoted friends to include her two, life-long friends, Jessica Dalton (Timothy) and Melanie Daniel (Gregory). Holley was preceded in death by her infant sister, Casey William Self.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at 4:00pm, at Norris Funeral Services Inc, Chatham Chapel, 147 South Main Street, Chatham, VA. A visitation will be held on the same day prior to the service from 2:30-4:00pm, also at Norris Chatham Chapel.
Norris Funeral Services in Chatham, VA is respectfully serving the Preston family. Online condolences are encouraged and may be left at norrisfuneral.com.
