Gerard Preister Obituary
The family of Gerard Preister of Columbus, Nebraska announces his passing on July 3, 2026. Gerard, born on January 13, 1931, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Gerard Preister or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Preister and Clara Preister (Magsman); his sister Annette; his grandson Thomas; and his in-laws, Cyril, Rose Mary Preister, Alphonse, Lois Preister, Rose Mary, Joe Moore, Gilbert, Doris Preister, Mary Lou Finkral, Ted Ludden and Sylvester Zuerlein.
He is survived by: his wife Romana Preister of Columbus, NE; his sons, Tim Preister (Kathie) of Columbus, NE, Alan Preister (Carolee) of Columbus, NE, Dan Preister (Diane) of Genoa, NE and Mike Preister (Norma) of Monroe, NE; his stepchildren, Chris Bierman of Lindsay, NE, Laurie Eisenmenger (Randy) of Humphrey, NE, Alan Bierman of Lindsay, NE, Dean Bierman of Columbus, NE, Sue Stuhr (Jerry) of Grand Island, Dale Bierman of Columbus, NE and Scott Bierman (Keli) of Omaha, NE; his siblings-in-law, Sylvia Preister of Humphrey, NE and Clifford Finkral of Humphrey, NE; Mildred Ludden of Columbus, NE. He is also survived by 31 grandchildren, and 33 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, and friends.
