David graduated from Fredonia, HS in KS and Emporia State University with a teaching degree. He taught elementary education in Montezuma, KS before moving to Fargo, ND where he began his career in sales. David was very active in the community and social organizations, and especially Rotary where he served as President and a Regional Officer. He married Mary Ann Mikkelson in 1983. David was fun, kind and generous. We traveled, enjoyed great friendships and loved each other. In 2001 we moved to Minneapolis and started a new life again holding dear to Rotary and making additional new friends. He is remembered for his love of cooking/entertaining and his great flower gardens.