Thomas Carl Shelley

Thomas Carl Shelley, 51, of Kokomo, passed away Monday, Nov. 30, 2015, at his residence.

Born Nov. 5, 1964, in New Castle, he was the son of Carl L. Shelley and Wanda Ilene (Burgan) Shelley.

He is survived by his sister, Linda Gumm of Fairland; brother, Bill Shelley of Shelbyville; girlfriend, Wanda Lorane Johnson of Kokomo; nephews, Brian and Jeremy Gumm; and niece, Breiana Shelley.

Mr. Shelley was preceded in death by his parents and nephew, Jared Shelley.

Mr. Shelley worked in construction. He was a Mr. Fixit and could take a motor out of a car and put it back in the same day.

Mr. Shelley enjoyed spending time with his family, especially at big dinners. He was a hero to his family and will be greatly missed.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, 2015, at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service, 703 S. Harrison St., Shelbyville, IN 46176.

Funeral services will be at 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, with Robert Prather officiating.

Memorial contributions may be given to Murphy-Parks Funeral Service to help the family with funeral expenses.

Funeral Directors Greg, Sheila and Stuart Parks are honored to conduct the services for Mr. Shelley.

Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.