David F. Pierre, 79, of Mattapoisett, passed away peacefully on August 5 after a long illness. He was the husband of Linda (Miglierini) Pierre. They would have celebrated 45 years of marriage this November.
Born in Boston, he was raised in West Roxbury, the son of the late Michael and Helen (Noonan) Pierre. He was the brother of the late Robert Pierre.
David was the founder and president of D.P. Sales Company, which served as a successful manufacturers’ representative for several hardware stores throughout New England.
He graduated from Boston College in 1954 and served in the United States Navy as an ensign on the USS Alstede.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his three sons: David, Jr., of Mattapoisett; Michael, of Marion; and Andrew, of Assonet. He was the proud grandfather of four beautiful grandchildren: Bess, Markus, and Luke Pierre of Marion, and Nina Pierre of Mattapoisett.
A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Anthony’s Parish in Mattapoisett on Tuesday, August 9, 2011, at 11:00 AM. It will be followed by a burial at St. Anthony’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Andy’s school: Crystal Springs, Inc., 38 Narrows Road, P.O. Box 372, Assonet, MA 02702.