Thomas D. Shinew, 95, went home to be with the Lord on July 12, 2023. Tom was born on January 6, 1928, to the late William B. and Frankie (Bower) Shinew in the home on the family farm in Rudolph, OH where he lived out the entirety of his life, save for the time served in the Navy.
Tom’s parents preceded him in death along with his brother, Russell Shinew and his sisters, Maxine Wagner and Jean Flames. Also preceding him in death was his loving wife of 66 years, Christina, whom he married on August 7, 1954 in a house across the road and their infant son, Steven Shinew.
Tom is survived by his children: William (Julie) Shinew, Wilma Shinew, Gary (Ginny) Shinew and Randy Shinew, along with grandchildren: Steve (Beth) Aungst, Tomas (Kelly) Shinew, Carissa (Nick Gibson) Coughlin, Benjamin Shinew, Jonathon (Cortnee) Shinew, and Michaela (Franklin) Slagle, and great-grandchildren: Taylour and Garrett, Garett and Claire, Olivia, Jacob and Jackson, and Rowan. He has been loved dearly and will be deeply missed by all!
Tom grew up learning to farm with his father and older brother. He had a love for farming that extended to watching his sons and grandsons take over the responsibilities. He was a lifelong farmer who not only produced grain, but also raised livestock, having a particular love for his cattle. He remained involved until the day he passed, his last two days spent in the cab of the combine and riding along to haul grain to the elevator.
Tom was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Findlay, OH and where he served as an usher and a greeter.
Visitation will be held from 4:00-8:00 P.M., Monday, July 17, 2023, at Smith-Crates Funeral Home, North Baltimore.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 18, 2023 in Portage Cemetery. Pastor Allen Minton officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Cherry Street Mission, 1501 Monroe Street, Toledo, OH 43604. Online condolences may be expressed at www.smithcrates.com.
