During his time at Oak Grove, David not only excelled as a leader in academics, but also as an athlete and musician. He served as President of the Concert Choir and played in the Concert Band, served as a member of the student council and earned the title of co-valedictorian of his class. As a captain for the team and long time starter, David earned the honors of All-District and All-Conference in football his senior year. And, after being a starter on the 1969 State Championship Team as a junior, he became a co-captain and also earned All-District and All-Conference honors for basketball. David attended Concordia College and then received his dental degree from the University of Minnesota in 1978. After completing his degrees, he moved back to Moorhead where he has practiced dentistry for his entire career. David and his wife, Sharon, have raised three children.