David A. Thomas

July 20, 1955 - February 24, 2022

David (Dave) Alan Thomas, loving husband, stepfather and brother, passed away unexpectedly on February 24th, 2022. Dave was born on July 20th, 1955 to Alan and Earline (Henderson) Thomas in Reno Nevada. Dave was born with cerebral palsy; at that time the medical care was not as advanced as it is today. The many therapies and operations he endured has helped to further advance research of the condition for generations to come. Dave battled CP and did not let it slow him down. Dave married Mary (Ebert) Thomas on September 14th, 1991, and immediately became stepfather to William and Kenny Baumgardt. They were married for over 30 years. Holidays were celebrated and treasured with family and friends. Dave and Mary hosted many cookouts with family and friends where he was the grill master. Dave was known for his tasty and imaginative use of the grill. Dave loved to travel with Mary and family to the beach. Their favorite was Rehoboth Beach where they could be found enjoying a Nic-O-Boli at Nicola Pizza, or up the boardwalk at Fun Land. Dave became a Civil War enthusiast after a trip to Gettysburg, PA. Many vacations were spent visiting Civil War battlefields throughout the south. Dave enjoyed music from New Age to Pop. CP did not slow Dave down. He worked at Texaco for 25 years and First student Bus company for 20 as a bus driver. He retired from bus driving in 2013 after suffering a stroke. He fought long and hard to maintain his mobility. Dave was predeceased by his father, Alan Thomas and his mother, Earline (Henderson) Thomas. Dave's memory will be cherished by his wife Mary, stepsons William and Kenneth Baungardt and his brother Jeffery Thomas, nieces Emily and Bea, God Daughter Anna Schandel, former daughter in law Gina Baungardt, step-grandsons, Donavin and Joevony Ellis and his many friends. Your battle is over as you walk triumphantly in Heaven. Dave, we miss you. A celebration of Dave's life will be held Saturday, March 19, 2022, at 1 PM at Christ the Cornerstone Church,3135 Summit Bridge Rd., Bear, DE 19701. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Freedom Center for Independent Living, 400 N Broad St, Middletown, DE 19709