David Frank Hyre, 72, a retired logistics engineer and proud Vietnam Navy veteran; passed away Wednesday, April 4, 2018, in Yuma, Arizona. He was the husband of the late Rochelle Hyre for 42 years. Born July 27, 1946, in Boston, MA; he was the son of the late Victor Hyre and Lucille Osborne. He is survived by his daughter, Heather Schauder and her husband Mark of Poway, CA; his son, Joshua Hyre and his wife Molly of Norton, MA; and his son, Aaron Hyre and his wife Tammy of Mansfield, MA. David was beloved "Papa" to his grandchildren, Leigh Anna, Talia, Alexandrea, Noah, Jacob, and Baylie. He is also survived by his sister, Vicki Stier and her husband Dale of Charleston, SC. David was a resident of Brockton, MA for over 35 years and enjoyed keeping up with all the local happenings. He was a smart, talented, and creative man who was known for being able to fix almost anything himself. David retired in 2013 from Hanscom Airforce Base after 27 years of civil service. After retiring, he moved to Yuma, AZ. He loved living in Yuma and developed many close friendships in his new community. He was an active member of his synagogue there- Congregation Beth Ha Midbar. He enjoyed cooking, researching family genealogy, collecting watches, and caring for his dogs, Ricky and Paloma. Funeral service and interment will be held Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at Massachusetts National Cemetery, Connery Ave., Bourne, MA. Rabbi Randy Kafka will officiate. Memorial service to be held in Yuma, AZ at a later date. In lieu of plants or other gestures of condolences, please consider making a donation to the Veterans organization of your choice in memory of David. He was so proud to be a veteran and of his service on the U.S.S. Enterprise.