David P. Dickson, age 71, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Friday, July 9, 2010.
David, the eldest of six children, was born to Paul and Elsie Dickson in Everson, Washington on February 26, 1939. He graduated from Meridian High School and went on to earn a bachelor's degree in dairy science from Washington State University. He also attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, earning both a Master’s and a PhD. After graduation, Dickson joined the University of Wisconsin-Madison Dairy Science Department where he served as a professor for over three decades.
Beyond his University work, David was an active member of Madison West Kiwanis. He believed strongly in the value of community service and was instrumental in creating the Madison West Kiwanis Foundation and the Henry Alghren Scholarship Fund.
David is survived by his sisters, Bonnie Dickson Garnett of Richmond, VA, Linda Dickson Sorstokke of Camano Island; brother Dale Dickson of Everson; nieces and nephews, Virginia Garnett Turnbull, Christine Garnett Carty, Thomas Garnett IV, Timothy Garnett, Anthony Dickson, Heidi Dickson, Paul Jason Sorstokke, Thaddeus Dickson, Travis Dickson, Emily Dickson, Aaron Dickson; and many great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Paul and Elsie Dickson and by brothers Daniel and Michael.
Dr. Dave was a man of exceptional character and talent and will be sorely missed by his family, many friends, students, and colleagues. He was a generous man who loved and supported his family and friends in all ways possible.
Memorial gifts can be made to the UW Foundation c/o David Dickson Dairy Cattle Judging Team Fund, US Bank Lockbox, PO Box 78807, Milwaukee, WI 53278-0807.
