David passed away Tuesday evening, July 28, 2015 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was 78 years of age. Born in Boston, he is the son of the late David L. and Hazel G. (Escott) Dwyer, Sr. David grew up in Chelsea, attended Chelsea Public Schools and graduated from Chelsea High School, Class of 1954. Just after high school, David enlisted in the US Army on September 17, 1954, serving his country during the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged on August 29, 1957. Upon returning home from duty, David was the "jack of all trades". He held many jobs throughout his career but he had a passion for helping people by counseling them through difficult times throughout their lives. Most importantly David loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed taking part in their lives and attending their sporting events. David was a longtime resident of Chelsea before he and his wife moved to Revere.

David is the devoted husband of Diane T. (Sweeny) Dwyer, with whom he shared 27 years of marriage. Beloved father of Michael Dwyer and his wife Susan of Canton, David Dwyer of Revere, Stephen Dwyer and his wife Lisa of Lynnfield, Christopher Dwyer and his wife Paula of North Reading, Leo, Sam and Jake Dwyer, all of Revere. Step-father of Beth Abramofsky of Chelsea, Julie Abramofsky and her companion Ismael Hernandez, of Revere. Dear brother of William Dwyer, Barry Dwyer, both of Chelsea, Robert "Bobby" Dwyer of PA, Linda Gymziak of Georgetown, Richard Dwyer of Boston, Michael Dwyer of PA, Kathy Dwyer of Chelsea, and Jackie Skiddell of Saugus. David is also lovingly survived by 14 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be conducted at the Carafa Family Funeral Home 389 Washington Ave. Chelsea on Friday, July 31 at 7:00 P.M. Relatives and friends kindly invited to attend. Visiting hours will precede the service from 5-7 P.M.