Longtime Preston Resident Kevin Charles Every Dies at 69

Every worked at his family's Standard Station, the Farmers' Union Co-op, and Preston Service Plus for over four decades before retiring in 2022.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Kevin Charles Every, a lifelong resident of Preston, Minnesota, passed away on February 7, 2026, at the age of 69 after a two-month battle with cancer. Every worked at various local businesses for over 40 years before retiring in 2022, and was also known for his love of vintage cars, Harley-Davidson motorcycles, and spending time with family and friends.

Why it matters

Kevin Every was a well-known and beloved figure in the tight-knit community of Preston, having worked at several local businesses for decades and being actively involved in the community through his church and other organizations. His passing is a significant loss for the town.

The details

Every worked at his father's Standard Station in Preston, the Farmers' Union Co-op, and then at Jerry's Body Shop (which later became Preston Service Plus) for a total of 44 years before retiring in 2022. He also worked part-time at NAPA in Preston after retiring, and was a bartender at the Branding Iron Supper Club for nearly 21 years. Every was a member of the Christ Lutheran Church and had served on the Board of Directors for Maple Leaf Services.

  • Kevin Every was born on May 10, 1956 in Preston.
  • He graduated from Preston High School in 1974.
  • He married Joyce Larson on April 22, 1978 in Mabel.
  • He worked at various local businesses for 44 years before retiring in 2022.
  • He passed away on February 7, 2026 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester.

The players

Kevin Charles Every

A 69-year-old lifelong resident of Preston, Minnesota who worked at several local businesses for over 40 years before retiring in 2022.

Joyce Every

Kevin's wife of 47 years.

Charles and Emma (Hellem) Every

Kevin's parents.

Christ Lutheran Church

The church that Kevin was a member of and had served on the Board of Directors for Maple Leaf Services.

Maple Leaf Services

An organization that Kevin served on the Board of Directors for.

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The takeaway

Kevin Every's passing marks the end of an era for the tight-knit community of Preston, as he was a fixture in the town for decades through his work, community involvement, and warm personality. His legacy will live on through the many lives he touched over the course of his life.