It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Brother James “Jim” F. Dickow (Purdue University, ’65). Jim found peace and reunited with his loving wife, Yvonne, on April 18, 2021, at the age of 78 years.
Jim graduated from Purdue with a Bachelor’s and Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. He began his career with McDonnell Douglas training astronauts for the U.S. space program. As co-founder and owner of Kowalski-Dickow Associates, he defined and established industry standards in healthcare supply chain management. He was the co-author of Managing Materials Management, published by AHA, a frequent contributor to industry publications, and a speaker at various conferences. Jim was elected to the Bellwether League in 2013, which honors individuals who have demonstrated significant leadership in and influence on the healthcare supply chain.
Jim was the former President of both the Fraternity and Foundation Board. In 2003, Jim was awarded the Fraternity’s Distinguished Service Award. He will be recognized in memoriam during our chapter eternal program at the Biennial Convention in New Orleans, LA in July.
Jim is survived by his son Michael, daughter Christine, and their families. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked memorial tributes be made to the Phi Kappa Theta Foundation in James' name.
A visitation will occur on Thursday, April 22 at the Schmidt and Bartelt Funeral Home in Mequon, WI from 4-7 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will occur on Friday, April 23 at 10:00 am Central at Lumen Christi Catholic Church, (2750 W. Mequon Rd.) followed by burial at Resurrection Cemetery.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be live streamed on Friday, April 23 at 10:00 am Central on the YouTube channel linked below.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and Brothers of the Indiana Zeta chapter at this time.