David J. Thomas, 53, of Forked River passed away Tuesday July 25, 2023. Born in Irvington, he was raised in Beachwood before moving to Forked River seven years ago. David was a huge Dallas Cowboys fan. He loved the four seasons, sunrises and the sunsets, the beach, the outdoors, and all sports. David was predeceased by his brother Douglas C. Thomas in 2022. David is survived by his wife Barbara Thomas of Forked River, three sons David Thomas Jr., and his wife, Alexis of Bayville, Steven Thomas of Little Egg Harbor, Matthew Thomas of Beachwood, two daughters Jessica Thomas of Little Egg Harbor, Katelynn, his stepchildren Hunter and Tyler Crepeau, his mother Helen Thomas of Beachwood, his father Douglas Thomas of Berkeley Twp., his two brothers Richard Thomas of NY, Michael Thomas and his wife, Mary of FL, two grandchildren Avery and Easton, his mother-in-law Ann Carter, his father-in-law Brian Carter, his sister-in-law Tammy Bowman Cavallo, Tracy Brown, his cat Oreo, and extended family members. A memorial remembrance will be held on his birthday Tuesday August 1, 2023, 5-9pm, at Kite Night, Seaside Heights. Please enter at the Carteret Avenue beach, north of Casino Pier.