Preston C. Urquhart, 64, of Mattapoisett entered into eternal rest on Saturday September 7, 2024, following a period of declining health. Preston was the son of the late Karen Ellis and brother of the late Jennifer Lynn Hurd.
Preston is survived by his two beloved daughters, Alexandra Cardeiro of Fall River and Molly Urquhart of Mattapoisett. Preston was a proud grandfather to six grandsons, (affectionately known as his own personal hockey team) Mason Urquhart, Dallas Urquhart, Jace Urquhart, all from Mattapoisett, and Elijah Todd, Ronan Cardeiro and Gage Cardeiro of Fall River. He is also survived by his brother, David Urquhart of South Carolina, formerly from Wareham, his stepfather, William Ellis of Mattapoisett, many nieces and nephews, and his former wife, Mary Beth Urquhart, to whom he was married for 18 years.
Following graduation from Wareham High School, Preston went on to receive a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology/Criminal Justice from the University of Massachusetts. After graduating from the Police Academy, he joined the Wareham Police Department. He worked in the Detective Division and served as Detective Sergeant for many years.
Always affable, Preston enjoyed spending time with his friends, family and watching sports. He was a versatile athlete – excelling in golf, hockey, and baseball. He loved music, especially Motown, and was quite the dancer.
Services will be private. Donations may be made in his name to the Mattapoisett Council on Aging or Southcoast Healthcare Systems. The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to the Council for the support, kindness and compassion shown to Preston, as well as the exceptional nursing and medical care given to him at St. Luke’s and Charlton Memorial. Arrangements are by the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Mattapoisett. For online condolence book, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.
