David B. Brittain, age 72, of Brandon died Tuesday, December 15, 1998, at his home after one helluva life.
He was born December 24, 1925, in Chicago. He graduated from Morgan Park Military Academy and briefly served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He then attended DePauw University in Greencastle, IN, where he received his bachelor of arts and master of arts degrees. He taught at Elmhurst College (Illinois) before coming to Ripon College in 1962. He taught anatomy and physiology until he retired in 1989. He continued to teach on an adjunct basis until 1991.
He became particularly interested in the connection between the mind , body and spirit and spent many years teaching yoga and stress management in Ripon and other area communities. Dave was a long-time member of the First Congregational Church, as well as professional associations. He was particularly interested in the Association of Humanistic Psychology. In recent years he had been volunteering with Hospice of Fond du Lac.
Dave is survived by his beloved wife, Sarah McGowan; adored children, Guy P. (Kris) of Fort Atkinson, Scott E. (Anne) of Byron, and Carol A. (Tim Jordan) of Bayside; five grandchildren; 1 sister, Mary Jane Buddig of Hinsdale, IL; his first wife, Barbara Brittain of Ripon; several nieces and nephews; and many many friends. He was an avid teacher and sailor, Daves zest for life was particularly exhibited in his love and compassion for others.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 19, 1998, at 1 p.m. at the First Congregational Church of Ripon. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Planned Parenthood of Fond du Lac County, Ripon College or the charity of ones choice.
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