Christopher Shea 1958-2010 (Voice of Linus Van Pelt) - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Zoneboy · 10-11-2010, 12:53 AM

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Christopher Dylan Shea passed away on August 19th of natural causes near his home in Honeydew, California. Born on February 5, 1958 in Los Angeles, Christopher had made Humboldt County his home for over twenty years. As a young boy, Christopher acted in such iconic television shows as The Odd Couple, Bonanza, and Green Acres, as well as numerous appearances in the Sunday evening classic series The Wonderful World of Disney. His most recognized role was that of voicing the character of Linus Van Pelt in the original Charles Schulz's Peanuts television specials, A Charlie Brown Christmas and It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown among others.

Christopher was a colorful person with a playful spirit and a big heart. His smile was contagious and his family enjoyed his wonderfully sincere hugs. Christopher influenced many who crossed his path in a positive and creative way: he frequently lent a hand to others when they were in need. He had a generous nature and took genuine pleasure in other people's good fortune. He loved communing with nature, listening to music, and he had a lifelong passion for literature. Christopher was a loving father, a devoted son, and a caring brother and uncle. He is deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Christopher is survived by his wife Sara Straton, and his beloved daughters, Nicea Straton-Shea and Teal Straton-Shea.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, October 17, 2010. Care is under the direction of Pierce Mortuary, Eureka, California. To leave condolences for the family please visit www.piercemortuarychapels.com Please sign the guest book at www.Times-Standard.com, click Obits.

catlover79 · 10-11-2010, 12:54 AM

Awwwww...

70s show watcher · 10-18-2010, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by catlover79

Awwwww...

my feelings exactly

gidgetgrape · 10-18-2010, 12:54 PM

RIP! I liked him in "Christmas and the Hard-Luck Kid" with Marlo Thomas. I watch that episode of "That Girl" every year.

dlemond · 10-18-2010, 01:00 PM

What is natural causes at age 52?

I would think any 51 year old would like to know this- and fast.

Retro4Life · 10-18-2010, 03:48 PM

How very sad. I think Shea's voice is so intimately linked to Linus that, for me, no one else will ever seem "real".

I am curious about one thing, though. He died in August and they aren't having a memorial service until October 17th??

angiefan · 10-19-2010, 12:05 PM

I don't know what Christopher Shea looked like. I never Saw Christmas and the Hard Luck Kid[That Girl's Version],but I saw Mary Tyler Moore's version I did.

old grouch · 10-19-2010, 01:43 PM

Christopher also played the neighbor kid on 'The Odd Couple.' His brother Eric was on 'Yours, Mine and Ours'.

gidgetgrape · 10-19-2010, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by angiefan

I don't know what Christopher Shea looked like. I never Saw Christmas and the Hard Luck Kid[That Girl's Version],but I saw Mary Tyler Moore's version I did.

I took some screen caps for you.

gidgetgrape · 10-19-2010, 03:20 PM

Here's Christopher on "The Odd Couple."

comedyfreak · 10-22-2010, 01:59 AM

Thanks for the screen caps.

10-11-2010, 12:53 AM	#1
Zoneboy RIP, I'LL NEVER FORGET YOU :( Moderator Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 13, 2003 Location: AT HOME WISHING ALL THIS WAS JUST A DREAM AND THAT I'LL WAKE UP FROM THIS NIGHTMARE. Posts: 34,386	Christopher Shea 1958-2010 (Voice of Linus Van Pelt) Link Christopher Dylan Shea passed away on August 19th of natural causes near his home in Honeydew, California. Born on February 5, 1958 in Los Angeles, Christopher had made Humboldt County his home for over twenty years. As a young boy, Christopher acted in such iconic television shows as The Odd Couple, Bonanza, and Green Acres, as well as numerous appearances in the Sunday evening classic series The Wonderful World of Disney. His most recognized role was that of voicing the character of Linus Van Pelt in the original Charles Schulz's Peanuts television specials, A Charlie Brown Christmas and It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown among others. Christopher was a colorful person with a playful spirit and a big heart. His smile was contagious and his family enjoyed his wonderfully sincere hugs. Christopher influenced many who crossed his path in a positive and creative way: he frequently lent a hand to others when they were in need. He had a generous nature and took genuine pleasure in other people's good fortune. He loved communing with nature, listening to music, and he had a lifelong passion for literature. Christopher was a loving father, a devoted son, and a caring brother and uncle. He is deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Christopher is survived by his wife Sara Straton, and his beloved daughters, Nicea Straton-Shea and Teal Straton-Shea. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, October 17, 2010. Care is under the direction of Pierce Mortuary, Eureka, California. To leave condolences for the family please visit www.piercemortuarychapels.com Please sign the guest book at www.Times-Standard.com, click Obits.
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10-11-2010, 12:54 AM	#2
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10-18-2010, 03:48 PM	#6
Retro4Life Accept No Substitutes Forum Veteran Join Date: Feb 04, 2009 Location: IL Posts: 6,708	How very sad. I think Shea's voice is so intimately linked to Linus that, for me, no one else will ever seem "real". I am curious about one thing, though. He died in August and they aren't having a memorial service until October 17th??
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10-19-2010, 12:05 PM	#7
angiefan happy labor day! Forum Regular Join Date: Apr 15, 2006 Location: grand blanc,michigan Posts: 618	Christopher Shea 1958-2010 I don't know what Christopher Shea looked like. I never Saw Christmas and the Hard Luck Kid[That Girl's Version],but I saw Mary Tyler Moore's version I did.

10-19-2010, 03:20 PM	#10
gidgetgrape Forever Gidget Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 20, 2003 Location: Texas Posts: 3,502	Here's Christopher on "The Odd Couple." Attached Images

10-18-2010, 12:54 PM	#4
gidgetgrape Forever Gidget Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 20, 2003 Location: Texas Posts: 3,502	RIP! I liked him in "Christmas and the Hard-Luck Kid" with Marlo Thomas. I watch that episode of "That Girl" every year.

10-18-2010, 01:00 PM	#5
dlemond Hey, I know you. Moderator Forum Veteran Join Date: Dec 03, 2001 Location: New Jersey Posts: 6,751	What is natural causes at age 52? I would think any 51 year old would like to know this- and fast.

10-19-2010, 01:43 PM	#8
old grouch Member Senior Member Join Date: May 13, 2010 Location: montana Posts: 1,877	Christopher also played the neighbor kid on 'The Odd Couple.' His brother Eric was on 'Yours, Mine and Ours'.

10-22-2010, 01:59 AM	#11
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