Thomas Lee Shelton, age 87 of Canton, passed away early Thursday morning. Born in Oklahoma, he was raised in New Philadelphia, Ohio before moving to Canton where he live for most of his life. He retired as a security guard with the Timken Company after more than 20 years of service. Thomas was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was an avid pistol shooter and a member of various pistol shooting clubs. Preceded in death by his wife June (Coron) Shelton. He is survived by his daughter Ella Regina Shelton of Canton and brother Bruce Riffle of Georgia. There will be no services. Respecting Thomas' wishes he will be cremated.