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Thomas Shelburne III Obituary

Thomas Pettus Shelburne III, of Mercer, Pa., passed away peacefully, after a brief illness, at St. Margaret's hospital, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. His wife and daughter were at his side. Tom is survived by his wife, Lee Ann; his sister, Trina English; his daughter, Sally (Tom) Newhall; his stepdaughter, Jillian Marziale; his son, Tommy (Susan) Shelburne; and his seven grandchildren. His sweet dog, Bailey, will also miss him terribly. Tom was born April 2, 1942, in Bristol, Tenn. He was an Eagle Scout, an engineer and inventor, and always adventurous. He loved to skydive, water-ski, and most of all he loved his work and family. In 1976, Tom joined forces with his father at WNEP, Channel 16, to make it the top-rated TV station in Wilkes Barre/Scranton, Pa. Tom moved onto being the founder of NEP Super Shooters Broadcasting Co. and moved to Pittsburgh. NEP is the number one broadcasting company in the world. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the following: Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley, 730 Church St., New Kensington, PA 15068, or Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Heart Camp, 4401 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Services and burial were private. All arrangements were in the care of the GIUNTA-BERTUCCI FUNERAL HOME INC., 1509 Fifth Ave., Arnold, PA 15068, John Paul Bertucci, owner/supervisor. To leave an online condolence, visit www.giunta-bertucci.com.

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Published by The Valley News Dispatch on Sep. 1, 2023.

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December 1, 2023

Very sorry to hear of Tom Shelburne`s death. I regret I didn´t know that well, Dan Shelburne was his uncle and I am named after his brother Tom. My memory of him was that he was a free spirit. He loved a ride, his jeep, Wrangler, skydive and enjoy life. my thoughts are with the family of which I am part of.
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Wayne Billman

September 4, 2023

We lost a great person with Tommy's passing. I will always remember him and his great attitude about everything as well as his love for the people he worked with. Peace and love to you and Lea Ann. One of my fondest memories with him was hanging out at the crew campfire at the Mid-Ohio CART races with Lea Ann by his side just being one of the guys!!

Lisa Taylor

September 1, 2023

Tom was a wonderful man and a good friend. I will miss his smile and mischievous laugh. He gave us lulu paste and it was always nice sharing Bailey's and coffee with him. Love you all.

Jeri Tutolo

September 1, 2023

So many memories, from Tom´s Fun House, water skiing, deuce and half trips to the DQ, and all the fun days at the Lake. I will always be grateful that you made my sister so happy. You will be sorely missed by everyone who crossed your path. Sending prayers to all your family and friends. Fly high Tom, you will always be in our hearts.

Nate & Jerri Giles

September 1, 2023

Sending our sincere sympathy. We always enjoyed talking with Tom and hearing of his adventures. So very sorry to hear of his passing.

ALLAN RIDER

September 1, 2023

My first NYC job was for Tommy at NEP Post Production on 45th St. He was terrific to work for and we became friends as he lived near me in Ct. back then. Each year at NAB I made sure to go and say hello as he always had a new truck at the show. Fond memories of pulling cables with him as everyone knew that Tom loved nothing more than to roll up his sleeves and build a truck. Like so many, I owe my start in the biz to Tom Shelburne God Bless him.

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