North Cape May Man Remembered For Love Of Family, Sports, Eagles

The family of David Thomas Winward submitted the following obituary. To submit an obituary for publication to Ocean City Patch, please email kimberlee.bongard@patch.com.

David Thomas Winward, 58, of North Cape May, New Jersey, passed away on Feb. 15 at his home.

David was born on Jan. 10, 1963 in Philadelphia, Pa. to Edna Jo Thomas Winward and Robert Raymond Winward. He is survived by his sons, David Thomas Winward Jr. (34) of Feasterville, Pa., Riley Thomas Winward (20) of Schwenksville, Pa.; his father, Robert Raymond Winward, Vineland, N.J.; his two sisters, Carol Lynn (Michael) Cassidy, Arnold, Md., and Lynda Ellen (Doug) Sullivan, Valencia, Calif., as well as four nieces Madison Cassidy, Peyton Cassidy, Brielle Cassidy, Sydney Sullivan and one nephew Brennan Cassidy. Also, extended family and close friends Liz and Don Wilson who have been a large part of his personal life in recent years. David is also survived by Riley Winward’s Mom, Kristen Tsitoukis, and David Winward’s Mom, Linda Williams.

David grew up in Levittown, Pa. and attended Neshaminy Maple Point High School. He worked in the hospitality industry since high school and continued to build his culinary and managerial restaurant expertise in establishments from Philadelphia, Pa. to Cape May, N.J. These experiences eventually led him to opening his own restaurant, Belly Busters in Villas, N.J. to great success in December 2020 with his business partner Jason Paulus.

Dave’s passion in life was being a father to his sons, from coaching a baseball game to attending Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies games or just talking with them on the phone. He enjoyed golfing and lively conversations about sport events and competitions with his Dad. His membership in Stella Maris Knights of Columbus in Cape May, N.J. brought him great joy in his recent years, as he formed many wonderful friendships as a member.

We will miss his humor, positive energy and adventurous spirit. If you listen closely, you may be able to hear him cheering for the Eagles and enjoying a cocktail with his Mom.

A celebration of his life will be held on March 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Stella Maris Home Association at 324 Breakwater Rd Erma, N.J. Online condolences can be left here.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be sent to the American Heart Association.