Mowles, James Preston 78 of the Villages, FL was suddenly taken home to be with the Lord on Feb 27, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents Luther & Janice Mowles; his sister Dorothy Blanchard; & brother Donald Mowles. He is survived by his son J.P. (Mary Pat) Mowles; his sisters Juanita (Denwood) Milby, Shirley McKinley; sister in law Ellen Mowles & his loving partner Carol Maddison. Preston grew up in Highland Springs, VA, where he graduated from Highland Springs High School and graduated from Richmond Professional Institute. He was the owner of Mowles Masonry Inc. in Richmond, VA. Preston had a zest for life and was always looking forward to the next big adventure. A celebration of life will be held on March 23, 2022  11:00 AM at North Lake Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers donations can be left to American Heart Association or Special Olympics.  Arrangements entrusted with BALDWIN BROTHERS Funeral & Cremation Society-Spanish Springs, 352-480-5959.  Sentiments may be left online at www.baldwincremation.com.