Born in Yonkers, New York, Thomas had previously lived in Carmel, NY before moving to the Hobe Sound, FL area over 20 years ago.
He was a boat craftsman for Rybovich in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. He loved boats, the ocean, his job, and always took great pride in his work. Thomas was a sports enthusiast and remained a loyal Yankees, Giants, Seminoles and USF Bulls fan. His other interests included classic cars and antique furniture refinishing.
Thomas was a member of St. Christopher Catholic Church in Hobe Sound, FL.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Rita Barnaby of Hobe Sound, FL; his daughters, Kate Barnaby of Miami, FL; Taylor Barnaby of Chicago, IL; sister Barbara McKeever of Peekskill, NY; sister-in-law Rose Cipillone of Peekskill, NY; brother Michael Barnaby of North Fort Myers, FL; brother John Barnaby of Rome, NY; sister-in-law Diane Ridley of Jupiter, FL; brother-in-law Matthew Ridley of Jupiter, FL; brother-in-law Ed Sangalli of Phoenix, AZ; sister-in-law Margaret Sangalli of Phoenix, AZ.
Thomas was a gift beyond compare to family and friends, whose presence will be sorely missed. He was a devoted husband and father, who although unseen, will still walk lovingly beside his wife and daughters every day of their lives.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 10:00AM at St. Christopher Catholic Church with a Celebration of Life to immediately follow at the Pirate's Loft in Stuart.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Moffitt Cancer Center Foundation. Donations can be made by mailing a check to 12092 Magnolia Drive MBC-FOUND, Tampa, FL 33612, by calling 1-800-456-3434 ext. 1403 or online at www.moffitt.org/giving.
Please make a note that the donation is in memory of Thomas Barnaby and that it is designated to Lung Cancer Research.
Please visit his online obituary at www.youngandprill.com
