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David Sheldon Obituary
David was born October 8, 1947 in Belleville, NJ to parents Patricia and Charles Sheldon. He was the second of five children: Robert; Judy; Janice; and Steven. Dave spent over 4 decades dedicated to Crest Foam Industries as a foam line manager. After retiring, he moved to Toms River where he loved spending his time going camping, fishing, boating, traveling, and enjoying time with his family and friends. Other hobbies included making custom fishing rods, and woodworking- creating elaborate bowls and pens. Dave was a handyman and good at his craft.
He was a loving father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
Dave is survived by his three children: David; Dawn; and Gayle (Regalia). David and Dawn's mother: Patricia. His four grandchildren; Anthony; Brayden; Brooklyn; and Josh (Regalia); Great granddaughter Emma (Regalia); and two other grandchildren whom are deceased: Matthew (Regalia); and Christopher (Regalia).
Dave loved living life to the fullest and never held back on anything, always persevering.
"Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation." ---Rumi
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Anna Sheldon
March 8, 2024
What a beautiful write up about my brother in law Dave. Wow where to begin, I have so many great memories of spending time with Dave through the years. He was almost always down at his moms when Steve & I would visit her & Jack. We always had a lot of laughs, went to the boardwalk, went fishing, boating, swimming, etc. Dave and all the guys went fishing every year in Canada & when they got home there was always a funny story to be told, about who? Yup, Dave. My favorite one was when they told me he tried to walk on water! Dave was a good man, he had a big heart and was always willing to help family & friends. Dave I believe that God will restore you back to the best health you could ever have and you will suffer no more. To know Dave was to love him. And that we did very much!! We miss you terribly! Love Anna & Steve
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Holly Dakos
March 3, 2024
Dave was a very generous friend and host who invited us down to spend time at his home. He loved our group of friends and the good food and laughter that came with us. He also made sure to invite us down when he needed to buy or move furniture and for some reason - things always went wrong. We will miss you terribly, my friend. I hope the fish are always biting in the great sea up above.
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