David W. Dotson passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at the University of Vermont Medical Center surrounded by his family.

Born on November 12, 1940 in Fort Scott, Kansas to Floyd and Sarah (Davidson) Dotson, he attended the Taft School in Connecticut and furthered his education at Columbia University and the University of Oklahoma (Ph.D.).

David started teaching at Fayetteville State University (NC) and subsequently moved to Green Mountain College, serving as a professor for 32 years. He truly loved teaching history, government and economics, as well as serving as Dean of Faculty and Academic Affairs.

David married Linda Terpening on June 9, 1962. He is survived by his wife, Linda, of Poultney, his sons Stephen P. Dotson (Lorraine) of Rutland Town, Eric D. Dotson (Catalina) of Pittsford, NY, his daughter, Krista D. O’Brien (Robert) of North Haven, CT, and his grandchildren, Teresa, Tristan, Sara, and Grace. He was predeceased by his parents and his brother, James Dotson.

David enjoyed his family, travel, photography, philanthropic endeavors, investing and numismatics. He will always be remembered as a diehard Giants fan, avid baker, a loving father and grandfather.

Visiting hours will be held on Friday, October 9, 2026, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the Roberts-Aubin Funeral Home, located at 266 Allen Avenue, Poultney.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Roberts-Aubin Funeral Home. The Rev. William Whiteman will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the University of Vermont Nursing School or the Foley Cancer Center, Rutland.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Roberts-Aubin Funeral Home. Online condolences at www.robertsaubinfuneralhome.com