Preston E. Anderson, 86, of Bay City passed away Saturday, January 12, 2013. He was born on March 13, 1926 in Bellville, TX to the late Rueben Ransley & Elenora Franks Anderson. Preston served his country in the U. S. Army during WWII stationed in India.

He is survived by his wife of 17 years: Patsy Anderson; daughter: Debbie Frick & husband Michael; grandchildren: Nora Gardner & husband Jimmie, Jonathon Frick & wife Jennifer, Brent Anderson, Blake Anderson & wife Linda, Cody Anderson & wife Savanah; 7 great grandchildren; 18 step great grandchildren; sister: Juanita Joines; numerous nieces, nephews, and other loving family members. Preston was preceded in death by his parents; son: Winston Eugene Anderson; brother: W. O. "Buddy" Anderson; and sister: Reba Brown.

The family will receive visitors from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Monday, January 14, 2013 and visitation from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at Roselawn Memorial Park in Van Vleck with Rev. Harley Savage officiating.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Women's Crisis Center, 3010 6th St., Bay City, TX 77414.