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David W. Thomas
David W. Thomas
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David W. Thomas, on March 3, 2022, of New York, NY. Age 63. Beloved partner of Anthony Battiato. Loving son of Joanne Zubrzycki and the late Robert Thomas. Dear brother of Donna Barto (Dan), Paula Rossi (Nick), Mark Thomas (Cindy), and Lori Lamb (Ken). Loving stepfather of Vanessa Rivera (Luis) and devoted uncle to many nieces and nephews.

David's passion was creating art. He experimented in many forms and his works were exhibited in New York galleries and across the country. He enjoyed spending studio time with fellow artists, generously sharing his works with friends and family, enthusiastically educating the next generation of artists and being inspired by his own tremendous art collection. To sustain his artistic efforts, David had a long career working in high-end retail stores such as Barney's NY and Cole Haan.

A native of Camden N.J., David was a proud graduate of St. Joseph's High School (Camden) and Glassboro State (now Rowan) College.

There will be a visitation from 12 noon to 2pm on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.

Memorial service 2pm at the funeral home.

Interment is private at the request of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in David's memory to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or by visiting www.cancer.org.

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Mar
19
Saturday
Gardner Funeral Home, Runnemede
126 S. Black Horse Pike
Runnemede, NJ 08078
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Mar
19
Saturday
Gardner Funeral Home, Runnemede
126 S. Black Horse Pike
Runnemede, NJ 08078
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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J Jeanne Ysmael on Mar 23, 2022

I knew David my years at Barneys NY for almost 13 years .. One of Gods best Creations .. super kind caring and so thoughtful .. never missed a Xmas card to me .. He was my guy I partnered with in NY as I was in Las Vegas store .. We were a great team . I will miss him so much ..#41178

G Gardner Funeral Home on Mar 18, 2022

  Nancy Palubniak on Mar 16, 2022

Whenever I saw David at MGC, He had a smile and kind word. I appreciate how he made me feel included and encouraged me to submit work to MGC exhibitions and projects. I will miss him!

G Grace Earl on Mar 15, 2022

Cheers to a life well lived. He was a charming person and his love of art was an inspiration to all. He Will be missed.

F Francine on Mar 15, 2022

I admired David's print work very much, and he taught me a lot about printmaking. He was a wonderful presence at Manhattan Graphics and I am so sorry he is gone.

g gerry wall on Mar 14, 2022

The last time we were all together at Manhattan Graphics Center. David was a dear friend & a gifted artist. He had that mischievous smile always. I will miss him.

S Suzanne Ibarguen on Mar 13, 2022

David you were such an inspiration to kindness, generosity and the creative spirit that shown through you at all times.

E Elinor Scholz on Mar 13, 2022

David was a dear old friend who will remain forever in my heart.
~Elinor

E Elinor Scholz on Mar 13, 2022

V Vanessa Rivera on Mar 13, 2022

To a beloved stepfather - we love you very much and we will miss you dearly.

V Vanessa Rivera on Mar 13, 2022

To a beloved stepfather - we love you very much and we will miss you dearly.

V Vanessa Rivera on Mar 13, 2022

To a beloved stepfather - we love you very much and we will miss you dearly.

  Joseph Cavalieri on Mar 12, 2022

There are not that many people like David, he will be dearly missed!

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