Dale Hagerman
American businessman (1927–2017)
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Dale Hagerman (August 5, 1927 – October 9, 2017) was an American pharmacist and businessman, and co-founder of Diplomat Pharmacy with his son Phil Hagerman.
Dale Hagerman | |
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| Born | August 5, 1927 Flint, Michigan, US |
| Died | October 9, 2017 (aged 90) |
| Alma mater | Ferris State College |
| Occupations | pharmacist and businessman |
| Known for | co-founder of Diplomat Pharmacy |
| Spouse | Janet Huston (m. 1949) |
| Children | 5, including Phil Hagerman |
Early life
Dale Hagerman was born on August 5, 1927, in Flint, Michigan, one of eight children of Ray and Mildred (Stocking) Hagerman.[1]
Hagerman received a bachelor's degree in pharmacy from Ferris State College.[2]
Career
He was a partner in Ideal Pharmacy which had four stores in Flint, Michigan.[2][3] In 1975, he sold his stake, bought a store in Flushing Road, and founded Diplomat Pharmacy with his son, Phil, who was about to graduate from college.[2][3] It is now the largest speciality pharmacy chain in the US.[2]
Personal life
On August 20, 1949, he married Janet Huston in Fenton, Michigan.[1]
They had five children.[2]
He died on October 9, 2017, at his home in Fenton Township Michigan, aged 90.[2][3]