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Thomas Shepard Obituary

Thomas C. Shepard of North Jackson passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at 3:15 p.m. in Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Youngstown. He was 81 years old. He was born in North Jackson on August 29, 1942, the son of the late Ross and Edna Knipe Shepard. Thomas was self employed owning and operating Shepards Mobile Homes selling used cars and mobile homes. In his free time, he enjoyed taking a ride on his motorcycle, classic cars, and traveling to Florida. He was a Masonic member, as well as a Phythian, and president of Model A Club. He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Nancy Sublett Shepard; 2 sons, Joshua Calabria, and John (Karen) Lennox; and grandson, Joe Calabria. In addition to his parents, Thomas was preceded in death by his sister, Thelma; a niece, Mary Jean Ross; and grandfather, Rev. Wilbur Knipe. Friends and family may view the obituary and send condolences by visiting www.NicholasFuneralHome.com A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, July 28, 2024, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Weathersfield Twp. McKinley Heights Fire Department Hall 2229 Gardenland Ave., Niles, OH 44446. Arrangements are entrusted to the Wm Nicholas Funeral Home & Cremation Services 614 Warren Ave. Niles, OH 44446. Memorial Gathering McKinley Heights Fire Hall Sunday, July 28, 2024 4:00 - 7:00 pm (Eastern time) To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Thomas, please visit our Tree Store.

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Published by Mahoning Matters on Oct. 3, 2025.

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