Tommy Shuck was an honorable man who passed away at 97 on October 27, 2025. He never lost his incredible spirit and fantastic sense of humor, even though his health steadily declined in the past few years.
His love for his family helped sustain him through the home stretch.
Tommy Shuck was a vibrant part of the Lexington community who left his mark in many different ways. His journey began selling his mother, Lizzie’s, jelly rolls door-to-door.
He was a man of many talents: a track team member, a high school band member, and even a lifeguard at the old Joyland Park. He joined the Marines in 1946.
After serving in the Marines, he showcased his strength by winning the Lexington Welterweight Golden Glove boxing competition for charity.
Moreover, Tommy was a respected KHSAA basketball official for 36 years and the proud owner of Tommy’s Drive-In on South Broadway.
His deep ties to Central Kentucky through real estate, sports, and service in clubs created a lasting legacy of hard work and community spirit.
Tommy Shuck’s Family Mourns the Tragic Loss
Thomas “Tommy” Grant Shuck’s incredible spirit and fantastic sense of humor remained undimmed throughout his 97 years. He passed away peacefully on October 27, 2025.
His character, defined by kindness, hard work, and unwavering love for his family, never faltered, even as his health had steadily declined over the past few years.
Tommy leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion.
He is survived by his cherished wife of 60 years, Amy Colleen Eversole Shuck, whom he loved fiercely. He was everything a son could ask for in a father to his grateful children: Vickie Case, Terry Guion, Gretchen Sanderson, and TG Shuck Jr.
His four granddaughters were his greatest joy, and their accomplishments always brought a special light to his eyes: Lauren Jean Case, Sydney Delaine Shuck, Brooklyn Elise Shuck, and Raleigh Katharine Shuck.
He also leaves his younger brother, Steve Shuck, and his nieces, Kerry, Kelly, and Trisha.
Happy 50th Anniversary to my parents, Tommy and Amy Shuck. You’ve been a wonderful example of what love and marriage is all about. I’m blessed to be able to be home to spend this day with you!
T.G. Shuck
Tommy is reunited with two children who preceded him in death: his infant son, Grant Stephen, and his daughter, Tommie Lou Shuck.
Likewise, he joins his best friend of nearly 90 years, Charlie “Jock” Sutherland, with whom he forged an unbreakable bond after meeting as children in a TB sanitarium in 1937.
Furthermore, Tommy was kind to everyone, no matter their station in life. He rarely spoke ill of others, did not gossip, always gave people the benefit of the doubt, and forgave immediately and forever.
He was the hardest-working man his family ever knew, often holding multiple jobs to provide for them. Moreover, he took great pride in being known as the “Hot Dog Man” after opening Tommy’s Drive-in on Harrodsburg Road in the 1960s.
Tommy and his son, T.G. Jr., shared an immeasurable bond over sports, particularly football.
He served as “de facto” kicking coach during his son’s career at Lafayette High School and Georgetown College. Later, he became his biggest cheerleader as his television meteorology career took off.
While my heart selfishly breaks with his passing, I take comfort in the fact that I know he is at peace and feel incredibly blessed to be given the gift of him. I will miss him more than I can express. Rest easy, Dad, you earned it and then some. Love, T.G.
T.G. Shuck
The Shuck family will remember the affirmation and acceptance in his eyes for his children, the way he spoke of his everlasting love for his wife, and his sheer delight when his grandchildren entered the room.
They will carry forward his three simple offers of wisdom: “Be kind and work hard,” “You gotta take the good with the bad,” and “That’s why they make chocolate and vanilla.“
The Shuck family held a funeral service for Tommy at 2:00 PM on Friday, October 31, 2025, at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home on Harrodsburg Road.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM until the time of the service. Burial will be private.
Rest in Peace, Thomas “Tommy” Grant Shuck.
