Dale W. Thomas

Dale W. Thomas, 63, of Sandy Creek, NY, passed suddenly on August 22, 2024, following his passion in life. Dale was born on January 1, 1961, and was the son of Jerry and MaryHelen Thomas. He lived a life of service for his family, friends, and community.

Dale lived in Sandy Creek for the majority of his life. He started his life of service early on in his adult years. His close friends affectionately referred to him as “Bubba”. Dale served on the Sandy Creek Village Board and the Sandy Creek Central School Community Board. His professional life included serving the farming community as a service manager for large accounts. 

He had a passion for motorcycles and loved planning rides and fundraising events. He devoted many years as a member of Fire and Iron MC Station 1438 where he served as president for over 10 years and was currently serving as the NYS representative. His Fire & Iron family respectfully referred to him as “Big Daddy”. He was larger than life and fulfilled his name in every aspect. Dale organized and planned Handlebars for Hospice and Thunder in the Creek to serve his community with his brothers and sisters in Fire & Iron. 

He was a life member of the Sandy Creek Volunteer Fire Department and served as Fire Chief for over a decade. While in the fire service, Dale was credited with numerous lifesaving awards as a firefighter, Chief, and EMT. 

Dale’s passion for motorcycles was second only to his family. His children and grandchildren were his life and he enjoyed special moments with each of them. 

Dale is survived by his children Philip (Jessica) of Sandy Creek, Emily (Chase) of Port Deposit, MD and Lindsay (Steve) of Phoenix. His grandchildren: Faith, Brady, Averie, Brian and Addie. His sister, Jane (Gordon), Jeff (Deanna), David (Becky), and Dean (Kim), several cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts and an uncle. 

Dale is pre-deceased by his parents, Jerry and Maryhelen Thomas, grandparents, Wallace and Addie Mae Whitley and Clifford and Nettie Thomas.

Calling hours for friends and family are scheduled for Thursday, August 29, 2024, from 2 pm till 4 pm, and again from 5 pm to 8 pm, at the Sandy Creek United Wesleyan Church, 6224 N. Main St. Sandy Creek, NY. A full honors funeral service will occur on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at the Oswego County Fairgrounds. Attendees are asked to arrive at the fairgrounds by 10 am with a service starting at 11 am. A celebration of Dale’s life will be hosted at the fairgrounds after the service. 

Donations in memory of Dale and his legacy of service are graciously being accepted by Fire & Iron Station 1438, P.O. Box 911, Mexico, NY 13114. Donations in his memory will be used to serve community members in need.