Our Family

Rod and Lynn have worked to foster a sense of community, creating a comfortable atmosphere where everyone feels at home. We are all friends outside of work and enjoy several company outings throughout the year.

	Rod and Lynn Dewey have been co-owners of Dewey Service Corporation since they began their pest and wildlife business in their home on August 1, 1991. (At this time, the company was known as DSC Integrated Pest Management, but many of the customers just referred to it as Dewey Pest.) With a degree in Biology & Arboriculture, and a Pest License he then consulted with Lynn and Rod left the Retail Business to become his own “boss”. Lynn was a stay at home mom or as she always said, “Domestic Engineer” with an environmental and recreation education background. In the beginning years, Rod would work in the field servicing the customers and complete the office work at night. Lynn would answer the phones and manage the accounting. Sometimes she would even work in the field and assist Rod by footing and carrying ladders or working as his helper when he treated for termites or installed bird netting and spikes. Almost 21 years have passed, and Rod and Lynn have worked together to develop and grow their small business into a successful career that they can be proud of.  Rod and Lynn have been married for over 33 years and their two girls have grown up, moved away, and started their own families. Now, at Dewey Pest and Wildlife, their business has grown to become a team working to service new clients as well as the “long term” clients who have steadfastly trusted and relied on their expertise in the pest management industry.
	Ben, our lead technician and supervisor, has been working with Dewey Pest and Wildlife for over 7 years.  He is trained and licensed in all pest and wildlife issues, with a core license, category 43, structural pest control and problem animal control.  He has completed entomology courses through Purdue University.  Ben is responsible, personable, caring and possesses the ability to manage.  He is always willing to help in any capacity and Lynn and Rod consider him to be just as big a part of the company as they are.  After Ben has protected your home or business against unwelcomed guests, he can be found reading, watching movies, playing music or rock climbing.
	Gene has been a valued addition to our company for the past 6 years.  While his favorite part of his job is performing wildlife exclusion’s, Gene is highly trained and knowledgeable in all areas of pest management.  Gene is always looking for new challenges and taking on new tasks. After Gene has protected your home or business against unwelcomed guests, he can be found rock climbing, road and mountain biking, fishing and hiking.  He participates yearly in a 100 mile bike ride from Boston to Hyannis Port for the Best Buddies organization.
	Lisa began working as a Customer Service Representative at Dewey in 2008 and is a large part of the company. Originally from Illinois, Lisa moved to Massachusetts with her family when she was in high school. She graduated from Framingham State University with a degree in education. After teaching science for 13 years, she began working for Dewey after learning of an open position from her brother Ben. When she is finished helping people with their pest management needs, Lisa can be found reading, traveling and spending time with her granddaughter tortoise, Rexi.
	Caitlin has been with Dewey for three years as a Customer Service Representative. She came to Dewey looking for a company where she felt a sense of community and where colleagues worked together instead of apart. She wanted a change of scenery and moved back home to rural Mendon to become part of the Dewey family. She loves the challenge of her responsibilities and is always eager to meet Rod & Lynn’s high expectations. Using her strengths in social media, Caitlin is helping Dewey move forward with Facebook, Twitter, and updating the website andblog. Her favorite part about working here is the comradery. When she is finished helping people with their pest management needs, Caitlin can be found skiing, painting, sailing, playing with her nephew, and relaxing on the beach.
	Joanna has been a Customer Service Representative at Dewey Pest & Wildlife since October of 2011. After graduating from the School of Hospitality at Boston University, Joanna pursued several restaurant management positions in both Boston and California. After deciding to explore a new career path, she came to Dewey last year looking for a solid company she could grow with. Since she grew up in her own family run businesses, working with everyone at Dewey feels just like home. She enjoys being able to interact with different people every day in a fast paced office environment. Her favorite part of her job is working on the website, newsletter and marketing/advertising campaigns. When she is finished helping people with their pest management needs, Joanna can be found reading, dining out and traveling.
	James has known the Dewey Family for more than 5 years and he joined the company part time six months ago. After graduating from LaSalle College this past May, James was given the opportunity to begin his career path by working at Dewey full time as a technician. He enjoys the close knit atmosphere of the company, working independently and meeting new people every day. After James has protected your home or business against unwelcomed guests, he can be found traveling the world, reading, playing baseball and golf.