Thomas D. Selph Sr

Thomas D. Selph Sr, 82, of St. David, passed away at 4:06 a.m., on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at his residence. He was born February 1, 1944, in Canton, to Harvey and Mabel (Newlun) Selph. Thomas married Carol “Sue” Bixby on August 24, 1977, in Bryant, IL. She survives.

Thomas is also survived by three children, Amanda (Cody) Bishop of Canton, Mary (Mark) Lasswell of Macomb, and Michelle Bevard of Cuba; one sister, Brenda (the late Bob) Gardener; eight grandchildren, Kaley (Jacob) Lancaster, Dalys Grove, Hunter Grove, Dakota (Bobby) Herlitz, and Logan Hukill; and three great-grandchildren, Grayson Newell, Oakley Lancaster, and Roseanne Herlitz.

Thomas is preceded in death by his parents; three children, Thomas D. Selph Jr., Michael Selph, and Matthew Selph; and one brother, Terry Selph (Kathy Lock).

Thomas was a Coal Miner for various coal mines in the area. Later on, he was a security guard for MSD. He also helped his father run S & S Auto Sales for many years.

Thomas was a former Canton Moose Lodge member. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and mushrooming, but especially enjoyed spending time outdoors with his family.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

Memorials may be made to the family.

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Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton is in charge of arrangements.