David R. MacNayr, 91

PLYMOUTH  -  David R. MacNayr, age 91, of Plymouth, formerly of Middleborough, died on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at his home.

Born in Middleborough, he was the son of the late Archibald & Dorothy (Ray) MacNayr.  David grew up and attended public schools in Middleborough.  After graduating, he enlisted in the US Navy during the Korean War.  David served his country for over three years, earning several medals and was honorably discharged.  He began working at MCI - Bridgewater (Correctional Center), where he worked for 30 years, retiring as a Captain.  He attended Massasoit Community College and earned his Associate's Degree in Law Enforcement.  After retiring (for the first time), David kept busy; he worked as a Police Officer at Stonehill College in Easton for seven years before retiring again.  Called out of retirement yet again, he worked for his son, David, Jr., in construction and later for his son, Glenn, also in construction.  David also worked at BJ's Wholesale Club and Sam's Club.

David was involved in his community: serving as a Boy Scout Troop 39 Committee Member and Treasurer when his sons were Eagle Scouts, serving as the Chairman of the Middleborough Finance Committee for 12 years in the late 1970's to early 1980's, and serving on the John T. Nichols Middle School Committee in Middleborough.  In his free time, he was an avid bowler, enjoyed trying his luck in casinos, and played weekly card games with family and friends.  David cherished time with his grandchildren and was thrilled to take them on vacations to Disney World in Florida.  He also looked forward to vacationing on Bailey Island in Maine.

David was the beloved husband of the late Deanna V. (Shurtleff) MacNayr; loving companion of Susan Eaton; loving father of David MacNayr, Jr. of Wareham, Terri MacNayr & her wife Denny of Plymouth, Glenn MacNayr & his wife Karen of Middleborough, and Scott MacNayr & his wife Lisa of Sandwich; cherished grandfather of Joshua, Jonathan, Justin, Kristin, Michael, Meaghan, Derek, Caroline, and the late Glenn, Jr.,; great-grandfather of 17; dear brother of Bessie Kimball of Hyannis and the late Bruce, Ronnie, Carol and Judy.  He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

All are invited to David's funeral service at the Ashley~Drolette Funeral Home, Middleborough, on Friday, July 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM.

For online condolences and directions, please visit our website: www.ashleydrolettefuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Cranberry Hospice.