OBITUARY
Theodore "TJ" Sigler
February 13, 1986 – February 5, 2021
T.J. Sigler passed away unexpectedly on February 5th 2021 in Virginia Beach, Virginia. He was 34 years old. T.J. was born on February 13, 1986 in Portsmouth, Virginia to Theodore H. Sigler and Julie A. Bliss. He is survived by his 3-year old son, Gunner Sigler, his mother and step-father, Wayne & Julie Bliss and a step-brother, Wayne Bliss and step-sister, Cassidy Bliss.
He is preceded in death by his father, Ted Sigler, his grandfather, Charlie Konrad, and his grandmother, Patricia Frederick.
T.J. was a loving father who was devoted to spending quality time with his son. He took great pride in watching him grow into a fun-loving toddler with his own personality and great sense of humor. He valued the time he had with his son above else. TJ also had a passion for surfing, fishing, and spending time on the beach with family and friends.
No public visitation will be held.
Services will be held at 2pm on Monday, February 15, 2021 at Smith & Williams Funeral Home, 4889 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462.
Services
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Celebration of Life
Monday, February 15, 2021
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Theodore "TJ" Sigler
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ADD A MEMORYRebecca Harrell
February 16, 2021
I am sorry to hear of Tj's passing. I dated Tj in highschool and I have fond memories of taking him camping with my family and us getting barbecue sandwiches at Holiday travel park in Va beach. TJ also went with me, my mom and little brother to Atlantic City (my mom was in a poker tournament-(she lost)), and on the way home we went to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where we visited the Mudders Museum. I was apprehensive to post a memory because I havent been a part of his life since back in 2004/2005. Recently I was cleaning and found a journal I kept back then and it has an entry about Tj and how much "in love we were and how we were going to be together forever" (only as much as our teenage minds thought). It's funny how we grow and change as we age. It saddens me to know that Tj grew up with his father already passed and now Tj's son Gunner will have that same loss in his life, but I know Gunner will turn out amazing because now he has the best guardian angel. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Randy Stewart
February 12, 2021
Randy Stewart
February 12, 2021
Randy Stewart
February 12, 2021
Randy Stewart
February 12, 2021
Randy Stewart
February 12, 2021
Randy Stewart
February 12, 2021
Randy Stewart
February 12, 2021
Tj was my brother and will always live in my thoughts. Someone to always have a great time with and always there at the drop of a dime, a true brother & friend. I am blessed to have spent 29yrs with him, I’ll be surfing those giant waves in heaven with you brother on the other side. Love you bro.
Kathy Bliss
February 11, 2021
TJ,
You came into my life 5 years ago when your Mom married my son.
I am sorry that I did not get to know you more. Living in different states was hard to do so.
I will always remember the time we had on vacation at Ocean Isle.
Oh, what fun we had.
I can still see you walking down the beach with your surfboard in hand. the wind was blowing so hard, I thought you were going to topple over.
What a joy it was to watch you with your son, Gunner. Every time you looked at him, your face showed so much love for him. You will always be in his heart.
Thank you for being part of our family. I just wish it would of been longer.
You will not be forgotten.
Love you TJ
Kathy Bliss
Cassidy Bliss
February 11, 2021
5 years this year Tj u became my stepbrother and I couldn’t have been anymore thankful to have u as family. I remember when we both were living at my dads house and there were times that we would sit outside in the back and just talk about a lot. You gave me some very good advice and made me see a lot in life. We have some pretty funny memories together, you were going to teach me how to surf sometime. It still feels like a dream that your gone just know Tj that I miss u and always will miss my brother. See you on the other side someday.
I love you Tj
Ashley Curling
February 11, 2021
So many fond memories that we will hold on to for a lifetimes. Apple picking will never be the same without you. Rest in piece my friend ❤️
Douglas Sparks
February 11, 2021
The day TJ walked into our offices to interview for one of our open positions we knew we had a real winner in our midst. What an awesome individual. With a smile on his face and a work ethic beyond reproach TJ quickly became an important and valuable member of our team. He will be sorely missed as our colleague and as our friend. Please accept all of our condolences during this trying time. We are all better people by just knowing him.
Respectfully,
Lyon Downriver Services
Wayne Bliss
February 10, 2021
Tj my stepbrother I will truly miss seeing you, laughing around, and just having a beer together. All the time we spent together on our family vacation in Ocean Isle. The time we walked through a trail and got all bit up from bugs lol or all the late nights just sitting on the porch and talking about life. You ment a lot to me and I will truly miss seeing you. Until we meet again.
I love you Tj
Kyle Grant
February 10, 2021
Kyle Grant
February 10, 2021
JAIME IBANEZ-ESTEVEZ
February 10, 2021
My condolences to Julie and the family. Rest in peace "T. J.", called to heaven too soon.
Stefanie Ibanez
February 10, 2021
We love you and miss you! Gunner will always know you and your love for him.
Tambra and Rosalyn Forrest
February 10, 2021
My Wife and I will always remember your smile the night before your passing. WE Thank you for being a respectful young man. God Bless you and your family. Always in our prayers
Taylor Barrett
February 10, 2021
TJ,
I feel blessed to have had you in my life. Anybody who had you in their life, had a blessing. My earliest memories are you and me at the beach enjoying the summer together . We shared many good meals together here at the beach. You loved grandma’s cooking.You loved the beach and most importantly you loved life . I will always play videos of your laugh , because it was the best. I’ll always remember “ Love you kiddo,” because that’s the last exchange we had . I hope your son lives in your memory , just like you did for your dad.
Although it is not really the last. I’ll see you again one day . I’ll see you, papa, Nan, and uncle Teddy. I can imagine the reuniting with your dad was beautiful . Our time was cut short here, but I find comfort knowing that we have many loved ones that welcomed you with open arms .
Lastly, I want to thank you . I want to thank you for the life you had and the joy you added to my life . Not too long ago you said to tell grandma you loved her and miss her. I’ll be sure to always tell her that . I promise ! I will be there for your mom because she is one of the strongest people I know. I love you both so much ... for now cousin I say farewell . When I get to the beach this summer, I will give you a good send off to the ocean . I LOVE you
Lynn Balbach
February 10, 2021
Dear nephew TJ, you are loved by so many. Will never forget your visit to NY, the gocart, the icecream, and the crayfishing in the stream. The many visits to the camp upstate. Always remember your favorite movie, Harry and the Henderson's. We didnt get to see you as much, but we will meet again with your dad, my beloved brother Ted. For now TJ, we love you always and will never forget you. All our love, Aunt Lynn and Uncle Bruce
Ty Willis
February 9, 2021
Hello visitors and family, my deepest condolences and gratitude for sharing this space. I went to Western Branch High School with TJ. We first met at Young Life for Bible study. We would hang out at his place before and after school sometimes to skateboard or just enjoy being outside together. We attended some field trips with the Young Life group which was really fun. He didn't seem to be bothered by little things and liked to laugh as much as me. We would listen to music, have sleepovers and talk about our futures. It felt like we were brothers for a time, both having single mothers. We developed into thrill seekers. After high school I ran into him a handful of times at shows or parties. I feel like he never lost his child-like heart- the key to heaven. We have not seen each other since about 2015. I pray that TJ and his family are at peace. Thank you.