Christopher J. Thomas 1985-2023

Christopher was born Dec. 13, 1985, in Pittsburgh, Pa., to James Luke Thomas and Tina Novi Dubiecki.

Chris was adventurous and loved the outdoors, in which he enjoyed traveling, camping, fishing, working on cars and electronics, and riding motorcycles. Chris took pleasure in joking around and just having fun. He loved his family wholeheartedly and never wanted to disappoint them. Chris loved spending time with his niece and nephew. He was a free spirit and lived in the moment. Christopher had a rugged exterior, but underneath, there was an exceptionally big-hearted, loving, caring and protective individual. He was resilient and persevered through life; he will be missed immensely.

Christopher is survived by his mother and stepfather, Tina (John) Dubiecki; his brother, Shawn Thomas; his sister and brother-in-law, Stephanie (Joselito) Figueroa and their children, Joselito and Gabriella; his aunt, Mary (Vitartas) Resnick; and uncles, Joe Novi and Jeff Vitartas.

He was preceded in death by father, James Luke Thomas; and uncle, Victor Vitartas.

In lieu of a funeral and calling hours, a celebration of life will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 3, 2023, at Buckeye Plat Park, 2111 Buckeye Circle, Youngstown.

Although flowers are welcome, the family would like any photos of Christopher and any belongings that were his to be brought to the celebration of life, in remembrance of him.

Charitable donations to SAMHSA and National Motorcycle Safety (NMS) are also appreciated.

Arrangements are by Kirila Funeral Home Inc. in Struthers. Online condolences can be given at www.kirilafh.com.

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