Thomas Joseph Martin

Thomas Joseph Martin, 77, of Rockland Township, PA, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Allentown, PA. He was the husband of Sherrie A. Custar, whom he married on December 11, 2013. Born in Queens, New York, Thomas was a son of the late Stanley Jacobel and Regina Rose. He was raised by his mother, step-father, Oscar Meyers and grandmother Mary Rose, in the Manayunk neighborhood of PA. Thomas honorably and faithfully served his country in The United States Army during the Vietnam Era. After serving in the military Thomas spent some time working in Saudi Arabia before returning to Manayunk.

Thomas was a skilled finish carpenter by trade; however he was a talented artist at heart. Crafting things from his hand was his forte. He had a vivid imagination and had a gift for telling stories that he applied to his creations. He was passionate about paper mache, making all kinds of items including birdhouses. He also enjoyed painting and sculpting. Thomas also was a restaurant entrepreneur. He owned and operated Thomas' Restaurant and Bar in Manayunk for over 20 years, a beloved staple in the Manayunk community. He was considered a pioneer in establishing the Main Street restaurant scene.

Thomas retired and moved to Mertztown, PA with his 'life' Sherrie. He filled his time creating art work, tinkering, gardening and turning their property into a relaxing oasis. They traveled together in their motor home. Thomas also enjoyed motorcycles and his beloved cats. 

Along with his wife Sherrie, Thomas is survived by his daughter, Sara R. née Martin, wife of Ernie G. Bullard, Washington, ME; brother, Christopher Meyers, Sr., Philadelphia; sister, Lisa Meyers (Dave), Philadelphia; and nephews, Christopher Meyers, Jr., Joseph Meyers, Justin Barbaro, Elliot Barbaro and Nicholas Lawson, Robbie Martin, Dawn Martin, Megan Martin and Kevin Martin. Thomas is also survived by his extended family of Northeast Ohio, sister-in-laws, Connie (Paul) Mohr, Cathy Welsh, Shellie (Richard) Lepucki and Karen Custar; nieces and nephews, Buddy Mohr, Keith Welsh, Amy McClowry and Melissa Duncan.

A prayer service for Thomas will be held on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. in Ludwick Funeral Homes and Cremation Care, Inc., 333 Greenwich Street, Kutztown, PA. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the funeral home. Military honors will conclude services. 

There will be a celebration of life for Thomas to follow at Hotel Fiesole 4046 Skippack Pike, Skippack PA from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The family encourages you to come and share stories and memories of Thomas.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Thomas's name to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10306 or online at www.t2t.org.

Ludwick Funeral Homes and Cremation Care, Inc., Kutztown, PA, is in charge of arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared by visiting www.Ludwickfh.com.