Presidential Bio

President Dick was born in the small town of Humboldt Nebraska; his parents ran a Ford Dealership.  In high school, as was expected in a small town, he participated in all offered sports. Following high school, he earned a bachelor’s degree from Nebraska Wesleyan University.  Upon graduation he enlisted in the Navy and became an electronics technician. While attached to a helicopter squadron based in Imperial Beach, California he served on two aircraft carriers, the USS Ranger and the USS Kitty Hawk during the Vietnam war.

Following his military service, a short stint as a correctional officer and a few years as a state tax collector, Dick’s running hobby (marathons!) connected him to the railroad industry.  The result was 29 years in a very satisfying career.  He retired from Union Pacific in 2008 and still misses the action.

Dick and his wife, Judy – a Ph.D neuropsychologist -  have been married for over 36 happy years.   Since his retirement, Dick has been very involved with his church and the Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke.  He loves to play golf and travel with Judy, enjoying the beauty of every place they visit.  Dick states: “I am looking forward to serving my year as President of the SaddleBrooke Rotary Club; to continue helping kids achieve their dreams.”