David Greenberger

Age 85

City: Lived in Melbourne,Florida from 1984 until his death on July 4,2016

Passed away on 7/4/2016 at the Williams and Childs Hospice House in Palm Bay,

Florida.

Born: 7/30/1930 in Linden, New Jersey

Employed by the United States Navy as a meteorologist and while in the Navy he

functioned in many roles ranging from a Hurricane Hunter to commanding fellow naval

personnel when he promoted to the position of Lieutenant Commander. He enjoyed his

job and was always proud to serve his country. He entered the Navy as an enlisted man

and retired as an Lieutenant Commander after 32 years of service. He was awarded the

National Defense Service Medal, United Nations Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, China

Service Medal, Korean Service Medal and Good Conduct Meritorious Unit

Commendation.

His survivors include two daughters, Alana Montgomery-McBurnie and her husband

Bryon McBurnie and Dawn Freeman. He had three grandchildren, Lindsey Bogard who

is married to Randy Bogard, Lauren Montgomery and Natasha Freeman. He is also

survived by two step grand children, Christopher McBurnie ( and his soon to be wife

Chrissie Jones) and Katie McBurnie. He is also survived by his older sister, Ruth

Weinish and her children; Mark, Jay, and Shari as well as his great niece Erin and her

husband and great nephew, Lawrence and his partner Daniel.

Dave. He enjoyed his many friendships that he developed over the years, and many of his

friends considered him part of their family too. Dave

enjoyed discussing many topics and always loved eating good food. He will be missed

greatly by all the people that he had touched throughout his lifetime. He never met an

stranger and instantly befriended people that he came into contact with. Dave

contributed time, energy and finances to many causes to help people and organizations.

Dave was known to be an unselfish, loving, good humored individual whose laughter

would fill up a room. Dave will be missed but not forgotten.

If you would like to make a donation in Dave Greenberger's name, then please consider

helping the Hospice House in Palm Bay, Veterans, or Dave's favorite organization, the

National Rifle Association.

Dave did not want a funeral service or memorial service but wished everyone to

celebrate his life, good humor and memories. He had chosen to be cremated so there

will be no formal services.