Dr. McPherson was born November 7, 1942 in Miami, FL the son of Alex Lee and Ila Bernice Cain McPherson. He attended many schools and received his PhD from Georgia Tech. He had retired as President of Simulation Technologies, Inc. Dwight loved the outdoors, especially hiking the Appalachian Trail. He is preceded in death by his wife, Becky Brown McPherson and his son, Justus McPherson.
He leaves behind 2 daughters, Laurie Aikens (Daniel) and Sarah Bearden; a son, Clint Bearden (Joanna); 7 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and a close special friend, Jenny Norwood.
There will be a graveside funeral service 11:00 A.M. Saturday, July 14, 2018, in Maple Hill Cemetery in Huntsville, AL. The family will receive friends immediately after the graveside service at Lamb of God Lutheran Church, 11716 County Line Rd, Madison, AL 35758.
In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Humane Society in memory of Dwight McPherson.
These arrangements are by Striffler-Hamby Mortuary; 1010 Mooty Bridge Road; LaGrange, GA; 706-884-8636. Those wishing to share a condolence or remembrance with the family may do so by visiting www.shlagrange.com.