Frank M. Davis (B.S., M.S., Ph.D. entomology, ’61, ’63, ’65) 85, Starkville — A native of Greenwood, he was a member of the Bulldog tennis team while at State. Following his graduation, he spent decades as a research entomologist for the USDA and as an adjunct professor at MSU. He was awarded Emeritus status following his retirement in 1999. The Mississippi Legislature honored him in 2000 with a concurrent resolution marking his scientific contributions. In 2005, he was named a fellow of the Entomological Society of America. During his career, he authored or co-authored 163 publications and patented the “Davis Inoculator” which is used in insect rearing. That invention was essential in creating the first insect rearing educational program in the U.S., which now bears his name. An active member of his community, he served Starkville as vice mayor and on the board of aldermen. — Jan. 10, 2025
W.W. “Bill” Dungan (B.S. petroleum geology, ’55) 92, Madison — Having overcome polio during his childhood, Dungan was a cheerleader at Port Gibson High School and went on to become a collegiate cheerleader at both Hinds Junior College and Mississippi State University where he was a member of Lambda Chi fraternity. Following his MSU graduation, he joined Mobil Oil and earned a fellowship with Colorado School of Mines where he earned a master’s in geophysics. He later received an MBA from Oklahoma City University, where he was recognized with the Outstanding Student Award. At Mobil, he was promoted to vice president of exploration and was based in New York City until 1969 when he returned to Mississippi. He became the first manager of Garan Inc. and co-founded a contract oil exploration company. He served on the board of The Citizens Bank of Philadelphia, was a member of the Philadelphia Rotary Club, and president of the country club, cattlemen’s association, and livestock association. — June 10, 2025
David Dougal Glasgow (B.S. physical education, ’62) 85, Utica — While at MSU, he was part of Bulldog basketball and track, contributing to MSU’s 1962 men’s basketball championship team. A lifelong teacher, coach and administrator, he was in education for more than 40 years. He began his career at West Tallahatchie High School and finished at Copiah Academy, with stays at Leland High, Oak Hill Academy, Greenville Christian and Canton Academy along the way. He was a member of the Mississippi Association of Independent Schools Coaches Association Hall of Fame. He worked as part of Samaritan’s Purse in support of Operation Christmas Child. — June 19, 2025
Lisa Shipp Lake (B.S. biology, ’81) 66, Jackson — Following her graduation from MSU she worked for Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance before following her passion for helping others into the physical therapy field. She completed a two-year program through the University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Physical Therapy. After her graduation, she began a career as a physical therapist. She worked at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jackson as both a staff physical therapist and director of the department. She was president of the MSU Central Mississippi Alumni Chapter and served on the MSU Alumni Association board of directors. — Oct. 2, 2025
Robert Rule “Bobby” Maxwell (B.S. business and marketing, ’65) 82, Ruleville — A member of Kappa Sigma fraternity, he joined his father in business and later owned Maxwell Oil Co. until ultimately selling the business in 1985. He was a member of the Caulk Island Hunting Club and actively engaged with the Boy Scouts of America, 4-H and Future Farmers of America. — Sept. 6, 2025
Billy Joe “B.J.” Montgomery (B.S. chemical engineering, ’67) 81, Columbus — Following his MSU graduation, he joined Kerr-McGee Chemical Corp. He began his career as a process engineer and rose through the ranks holding positions such as pigment plant manager, production superintendent and plant services manager before being named vice president of overseas joint ventures in 1989. From 1993 until 1996, he served as managing director of KMCC Western Australia, overseeing operations and marketing with a team of 550 employees. Later, he held vice president positions in research and development and business management, and U.S. and Australia operations. A registered Professional Engineer, he was a member of the National Society of Professional Engineers and a past president of both the Tombigbee Chemical Engineers Club and the Center for Private Enterprise board of directors. He was also on the Prairie Girl Scout Council board of directors. — July 15, 2025
Lewis E. Slater (B.S. general business, ’61; MBA, ’67) 85, Brandon — He enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserves after his MSU graduation and spent six years in the Civil Affairs Unit in Starkville. He joined Walker Manufacturing in Aberdeen in 1963, then began a 45-year career with the Greater Jackson Chamber Partnership in 1969. He served as president of the American Chamber of Commerce Researchers Association and was designated a Professional Community Developer. He retired in 2014. — Aug. 11, 2025
Samuel Keith Winfield (B.S. accounting, ’70) 77, Starkville — He was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity while at State. Following graduation, he began his career in accounting with Arthur Andersen in Birmingham, Alabama. In 1973, he returned to Mississippi, where he joined Watkins, Ward and Stafford in Louisville before making his home in Starkville in 1984. As a longtime partner with WWS, Winfield became known not only for his dedication and steady guidance in the profession but also for his devotion to mentoring younger professionals. He served on the MSU Alumni Association board for 17 years, including terms as national president and treasurer. — Sept. 20, 2025
Joye Lucinda Woodard (B.S. petroleum engineering, ’83) 63, Clinton — A Lucedale native, she worked as a patent examiner for the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in Washington, D.C. She returned to Mississippi, and after completing additional studies at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, worked as a medical technologist at the VA hospital in Jackson before returning to the patent office until retirement. — Sept. 11, 2025
Remembering Dwight Douglas “D.D.” Lewis
Dwight Douglas “D.D.” Lewis, one of only eight National Football League players to appear in five Super Bowls, died Sept. 16 in Plano, Texas. He was 79.
Anchoring the Dallas Cowboys’ “Doomsday Defense,” he was a two-time Super Bowl Champion linebacker. In 13 seasons with the team, he played 186 regular-season games, five Super Bowls and 27 playoff games. He was considered one of the franchise’s most respected leaders and served as defensive co-captain in the late ’70s. A three-time Cowboy MVP, he was named to Dallas’ Silver Anniversary team.
Lewis was chosen by the Cowboys in the sixth round of the 1968 draft based on his standout performance as a three-year letter winner for the Mississippi State Bulldogs. During his time in maroon and white, he was named to the SEC All-Sophomore Team in 1965; earned All-SEC honors in 1966 and 1967; and took home SEC Defensive Player of the Year in 1967.
In 2001, he was inducted into the National Football Foundation Hall of Fame. As the second Bulldog to ever earn a Super Bowl Ring—and ultimately possessing two—he was selected for the 2011 MSU Ring of Honor.
A native of Knoxville, Tennessee, he was the youngest of 14 children and named for two WWII generals—Dwight Eisenhower and Douglas MacArthur.