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Teresa Johnson posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, June 21, 2021
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My heart breaks every time I think of TJ as gone. TJ and I had an odd friendship you could say. I met him at the Viking when he was a bouncer and still with Lisa. A few years after Lisa and him had split we ran into each other and he had just got back from Florida I believe trying to get better and change his life around. I too was in the same mind set so I figured I could use a good friend or two and so began our adventures. We were only ever friends and I respected him because unlike other men I trusted as friends at some point always betrayed or tried to cross that line and he respected me and my wishes in that sense and for that I have always had a special place in my heart for him. Anyway, my fondest memories are one day we decided maybe we needed to find god again and perhaps that’s why we were so lost in life. Him for reasons different than mine but we were both traversing a road neither knew where the other was headed. So we decided, “ok let’s start going to church!” I had never been but I heard of a good place to checkout so we went to south sound Christian I believe it was. We spent several Sunday’s going secretly. It was like we were going to get in trouble for going to church. I don’t know why, but we would giggle and laugh like we were Bonnie and Clyde headed off to Sunday church and it was the same every time we went. I would pick him up from his sisters or his mom and dads and we would sneak off to church. Usually one of us would end up crying through part of the service because it hit home to much but rather than let it out we would try and hide our tears from each other because we were each trying to be the tougher stronger friend for one another. TJ had his demons but his heart was so pure. If you were his friend, you were his friend and he would see to it you were ok even if he only had his shoulder to offer you. Most of the time that’s all I ever needed other than that one time I needed a big scary dude to get some dude to leave me the heck alone and it worked! All TJ did was answer my door and tell the guy, “I don’t think you need to come around here no more or you will have me to deal with” he was so proud as the dude tripped over himself down my front porch. I never did hear from him again thanks to TJ. Sadly the last time I spent any time with TJ was 2016 I believe? He had just got a pit puppy he ended up having to get rid of. He brought her over to play with my pit puppy that was a few months older and boy his dog was a naughty one. I told him he needed to. Be consistent and work with her a lot or he was going to have problems with that puppy. Next time I seen him, he no longer had the puppy. I think I seen him one more time after that and it was with me my boyfriend and him. when we went out to lucky eagle and he won some $$ so we headed back and decided we all wanted to go to little creek. On our way back I looked to my left and imbedded in the guard rail all I could see was a full front bumper, lights and all pointed towards us as we drove by. We drove a few and I said ok, I may be seeing things but I swear I just seen a bumper in that guard rail but I can’t be certain what I saw because it was pitch black and my lights just caught a reflection of it. TJ said “are you serious!? I didn’t just imagine seeing that!?” I began to panic and my legs began to shake because I was certain we just passed a very bad car accident. We were to far past to back up and there was no turn around. So we had to drive all the way to the first possible olympia exit on 101 just to turn around and head back to be sure we saw what we saw was no our imagination and we agreed no matter what we came upon we were in for the long haul to help as much as we could. I was terrified try andante even began to cry a bit because it was taking to long to get back to the spot we had passed and we couldn’t remember if it was an embankment or not on that part of the road. So I was terrified. My boyfriend called for help but informed them we weren’t 100% but were en route to turn around and go back. As we approached I was petrified and TJ and my boyfriend were mentally preparing for the worst when we came round the corner I saw it. I saw the bumper but this time from the other side and as I “gulped and said oh my god I grabbed TJs leg and started laughing and crying hysterically because it was literally a full on bumper stuck in the guard rail from a very recent accident. To this day I have no idea how it got there or if someone put it there for the exact reason we turned around trying to be funny or if the accident occurred and the bumper ended up there. If so it was a horrible accident because it was off a large hill and Would have had to have been going pretty fast to get up that hill like that and have the bumper stick in such a way that would have a bunch of dorks panicked over what they would find on the other side. So as I squeezed his leg and let out a huge gasp before erupting in laughter he had said “don’t tell me! I don’t want to look!” I said, “TJ you have to, you promised. We were in this for the long haul. Don’t make me do this alone you two!” And just as he was turning his head towards the site for the first time, I erupted in laughter and smacked him on the bicep and said “geez ya big baby! Toughen up my gosh!” Mind you all of us were a bit teary eyed and afraid of what we were about to see I just saw it first so I got to heckle the two dudes for being ole softies! Hahaha it was a riot. He was a little irritated with me because I embarrassed him but it was totally worth it after all the times he would embarrass me in front of a guy I was dating or what have ya. Man. It really tears me up that I didn’t know he had passed and so I obviously didn’t know about his service. Guilt riddles me for not being there but I had no idea. I didn’t know until Jan of 2020 which is when I found out and when I did it hit me so hard that not only had it been a couple years since I had seen him but that he had messaged me on Facebook about a week before he passed and I didn’t answer because I wasn’t using my account anymore. When I seen that I was just a mess for a few days. He was always there when I needed a friend to either listen to me bitch or to just get away from everyone and escape to places like church. People often don’t say it enough when their friends or family are alive and as usual I feel I didn’t let him know enough just how important he was to me. He was one of two guys I ever really trusted to not ever hurt me or let me be hurt so long as he was around. I knew that it could be a year or ten and if I needed an ear or a hand he would do everything in his power to make sure I got what it was I needed. I know I have said a bunch of non sense but it feels good to write about him and remember him. My same boyfriend and I drove past the bumper site over the weekend and I began to laugh and said “ hey remember that time we thought we were about to find a bunch of dead or hurt people because of the bumper in the guard rail?” He responded “ yeah, who was with us I can’t remember but I know it was one of your friends and a huge wave of sadness came over me because I said it was TJ and he said “oh that’s right, what’s he been up to anyway?” I just got quiet and looked out the window and didn’t answer him. He then remembered and grabbed my hand and told me he was sorry, he didn’t realize that was who I told him had passed. So he’s been weighing heavy on my heart again the past few days. I was just going through my contacts in my phone and stumbled upon the 3 entries I had in my phone for that butt head and I could bare to hit delete so I want to add a note in the memo field that he ha added and when. In true fashion I forgo the exact date so googled his name and stumbled upon this page and here I am writing a dang novel. I’m glad TJ was happy with his partner but sad I was not able to see them together. I am sure he loved you with all he had because that’s just who he was and I have no doubt that, that you filled his heart with love and happiness. Please know i loved TJ so very much and he meant so much to me. I am so sorry I wasn’t there for you both even though you are just probably learning about me. Rest assured this is not one of those creepy ex type things. In no way were we ever like that. He was truly one of my most trusted and best friends and I miss him dearly. In spite of the tuff times he was always a giant teddy bear that would have done whatever he could at that time for his family, friends and loved ones. I met his mom and dad once when I picked him up and a gave him a tuff time in front of them and they enjoyed seeing that but he had had enough of us picking on him and scooted me out the door. I said, “oh I love your mom she seems fun!” He somberly said “yeah I have the best family” he remained quiet for a few and then said “you know, of all the things I regret or have done wrong knowing that I may have caused any hurt to my family kills me every single day. I have to do better. I have to be better for them. They deserve the TJ they loved and adored at one time.” It was a very telling moment for him and I stopped the car and said “ TJ. No past tense. Your family very much loves you. I could see the love coming from your mom. You are her kid. That doesn’t just go away. It never will. Just do what you have been saying and stay out of trouble and just prove their love has seen you through these tuff times and on the other side of your strife you will see, they will never give up nor have they ever given up on you. So no past tense, they love you. Period. They only want what’s best for you. So please don’t ever say that again.” And we remained quiet all the way to church that day and when we arrived he met me at my door opened it up and when I stepped out he gave me the biggest hug and just said “thank you for being you. I hope you know how special you are” and he hugged me again real tight, let go and as he walked ahead of me into church I could see him wiping his eyes. So I caught up to him and was trying to break the seriousness of the moment and jumped and did that side kick in a persons butt as you are walking along except I forgot I had chunky healed boots on and when I went to kick my leg behind my back to essentially kick his butt, my heal got stuck in my jeans and I tripped and fell flat on my face. Hard! I laid their stunned and felt a hand on my shoulder looked up to him concerned asking if I was ok, I began laughing hysterically even though I was hurt and bleeding and he said “oh my god, rolled his eyes walked away and just as I yelled hey you can’t leave me hear like this, he turned around scurried me up and on my feet rolled his eyes again then smirked and said you are such a DORK! Why you gotta embarrass yourself in front of all these people! When will you ever learn and we just stopped turned and I said race ya! And we took off running back to my car jumped in and headed to the ram to watch the Hawks game instead! (Mind you we were both very sober. We always were when hanging out. ) he was the only person I could be that way with and just not care because he was my friend and I made him laugh and he did the same for me so we just clicked. Plus we both are October babies and both go by TJ. Except I let him be TJ and I went by Teresa whenever we hung out lol anyway, to anyone that reads this I am so sorry for your loss and I hope TJ was headed on a better path before his life was cut short. It pains me not to know the details of what happened but it’s probably better I don’t. I will just keep thinking he’s just in Florida again rather than departed from us all. I just can’t handle knowing I wasn’t there to say good bye to someone that meant so much to me. He has taught me however not to allow so much time to go by before reaching out to those that mean so much. Life can’t ever be that busy that we fail to share just how much someone means to us. TJ-I am so sorry I wasn’t around and I’m so sorry I wasn’t there to say goodbye. You were a great friend and protector and you will never be forgotton. You have a scared place in my heart that will always be only for you buddy. I love and miss you my friend. Save a place for me because when I get there I’m kicking your butt for making me cry so much! I love ya dude. Until we meet again. Your forever friend - Teresa (TJ)
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Katie Gwinn posted a condolence
Saturday, March 23, 2019
T.... I miss you so much it literally hurts. Finding you the way I did and all that happened leading up to this is unreal. I pray that someday we will see each other again.. we had plans. I’m going to do my best to make sure everyone remembers you. You were one of the nicest people I know, I told you that all the time. Your heart was so big! I will never stop missing you or loving you. I would have never guessed 23 years ago we would be here but here we are. I know, you know how much I love you and how much you meant. Rest In Peace until we meet again!
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Desarae McLaughlin posted a condolence
Saturday, March 16, 2019
You were a kind man, I feel lucky to have had the opportunity to know you. You will be missed dearly, rest in peace TJ.
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Leigh Hallowell posted a condolence
Saturday, March 16, 2019
I'll always remember the cute littleboy TJ was. He was loving, and such an affectionate little guy. My special memories include spending time with him... going to the lake, out in the boat, picnics, all kinds of things. He and his sister Dee are the kids I never had, and I'm so thankful to Dawn for sharing them with me. I love them both.
I know TJ had his 'demons', and I know it shaped his life as he got older, but he was always loving to and concerned about me. I'm so glad he was part of my life, and he represents a loss that will take time to become blunt around the edges.
To his family, and I am including Katie in this, I send so much love, and pray that you will all know that this loss doesn't have to mean the end. I know I'll see TJ again, and this brings me peace and joy. God bless and love to all.
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Kendra Smith posted a condolence
Saturday, March 16, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with Katie and TJ’s family.
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Saturday, March 16, 2019
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Potter posted a condolence
Saturday, March 16, 2019
Hagrid,
I wish I could turn back time and call you. To tell you how much I love you and miss you. You will always be my big brother Hagrid. Watch over your niece and nephews up there for me okay? I love you so much!
Your Potter
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shawn jenkins posted a condolence
Saturday, March 16, 2019
I meet TJ in 1992. We were neighbours. Over the next 26 years we became friends. That friendship turned out to become the most valuable thing in life. Through many adventures and often unbelievable stories , we became family. Some people know that he literally saved my life when I was drownng.... But the reality is he did it numerous times. From talking me out of some irrational actions, to leading me to the family that would love me and treat me as one of their own in the darkest part of my life. I will never be able to tell you how grateful I truly am for all that you have given me..... But I think you already know........ I love you tj.... Save me a seat.....
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