Background
Preator, Gerald Leroy was born on October 14, 1934 in Independence, Missouri, United States. Son of Virgil Douglas and Gladys (Baird) Preator.
Preator, Gerald Leroy was born on October 14, 1934 in Independence, Missouri, United States. Son of Virgil Douglas and Gladys (Baird) Preator.
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Kansas City Art Institute, 1961.
Graphic designer Better Homes Advertising, Des Moines, 1961-1967. Art director H.D. Lee Company, Kansas City, Missouri, 1967-1970. Associate art director Better Homes & Gardens Magazine, Des Moines, 1970-1976, art director, since 1976.
Served with United States Navy, 1952-1956. Member Art Directors Association Iowa.
Married Jean Mae Lindenbringer, May 29, 1955 (divorced 1982). Children: Dru Alan, Kip Andrew, Michelle.