DAVID MILTON DODSON,
of Little Rock, died peacefully at home on January 11, 2022. He was born in Magnolia, Ark., November 6, 1947, to Sidney I. and Lois Andrews Dodson. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, JoAnn Lewis and husband Charlie, Nancy Lamb, and Laura Jones, and brother, Robert Dodson. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Sarah Farrar Dodson, sister-in-law, Brenda Dodson, brother-in-law, Mike Jones, and a host of nieces, and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. David met his wife in a geology class at Southern State College (now SAU) in Magnolia, and throughout their lives they continued a strong interest in rocks and minerals. On moving to Little Rock, they joined Central Arkansas Gem, Mineral and Geology Society. He held every office and was recently made a lifetime member. The couple co-authored the book “Rockhounding in Arkansas” in 1974.
David was a generous man of many talents and interests. He won awards for his photography in college, during his career, and in retirement. His photos were accepted in the Delta Exhibition and in Small Works on Paper several times. After retiring he taught nature photography at the Arkansas Arts Center several years. He joined Pulaski County Master Gardeners and was one of the early Presidents, then later granted lifetime status. Master Gardeners led to volunteering with Arkansas Flower and Garden Show, eventually being Show Chair and President.
David enjoyed fly fishing here in Arkansas and in Yellowstone National Park. Yellowstone was his special place, and the couple drove there for extended trips more than 45 times to fish, hike, photograph, and to watch geysers and wildlife. The family thanks Arkansas Hospice and Right at Home caregivers, especially Shelly Hoyt.
A graveside service will be held at a later date at Hayes Cemetery in Norphlet, Arkansas. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Arkansas or Pulaski County Humane Society, or a charity of your choice.
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