Richard K. Davidson: key obituary facts
Is Richard K. Davidson dead? Yes. Richard K. Davidson died on May 31, 2026, at age 84.
Cause of death: Richard K. Davidson's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Richard K. Davidson known for?
He was a Business; CEO of Union Pacific, 1991-2006.
More about Richard K. Davidson
Born: 9 January 1942.
Place of birth: Allen.
Gender: male.
Education: Washburn University.
Employer: Union Pacific Corporation.
Occupation: Railroad executive.
Richard K.
Davidson, the American railway executive who served as chief executive of Union Pacific, died on June 5, 2026, at age 84. Born on January 9, 1942, in Allen, Kansas, he entered the railroad industry while studying at Washburn University, where he graduated in 1966.
Davidson went on to build a long career with Union Pacific, becoming CEO in 1991 and remaining in that post until 2006.