Thomas Samler Obituary
He was born in Teaneck then after serving in the Army, he moved to Manahawkin to settle down with his family. He quickly joined the Stafford Volunteer Fire Company and served his community for over 50 years. He was also one of the founders of the Stafford Little League and volunteered many years following. It was such a honor for him to serve as Grand Marshal in Stafford's Founders Day Parade in 2009.
He is predeceased by his wife, Deanna, his son, Kevin Samler and his daughter, Cindy Hilbert. He is survived by his son, Thomas Samler and his wife Sandy of Florida and his daughter Roxanne Dimino and her husband Eugene of Barnegat. He is also survived by his 5 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
Visiting hours will be held Thursday, February 1, 2024 from 5-8pm at Thos L. Shinn Funeral Home, 10 Hilliard Dr., Manahawkin, NJ 08050. a burial service will occur Friday February 2, 2024 from 11:30-12:45 at Brig. General Wm. C. Doyle Veteran Cemetery, 350 Provinceline Rd., Wrightstown, NJ 08562.
In lieu of flowers a donation can be made in his name to Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter.
To leave online condolences and fond memories of Thomas for the Samler family, please visit www.shinnfuneralhome.com
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Terry
January 29, 2024
He loved having his family together and always welcomed all of the nieces and nephews to his house to play and share a meal. He always had a bright smile. I will always remember when he made the trip with my cousin to the lifeguard memorial tournament for his nephew (my son). Rest in peace, Uncle Tommy.
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Kathy Samler-Turner
January 28, 2024
Uncle Tommy was my Dad´s little brother. I have always admired him through all his hardships over the years he kept his positive attitude and his smile never faded. I did not see him often in the past 20 years but I felt his energy on this earth. Rest easy Uncle Tommy. I hope you´re enjoying a beer with my Dad and some cookies with the cookie Lady.
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