TJ wanted to follow in his father's foot steps. He loved his dad and pretended to be his dad. TJ wanted to hunt, fish, and learn mechanics. TJ thought there was no man as big, strong, or as smart as his dad. TJ had three strong men to follow, his father, Grandpa Dee and Grandpa Aubrey. TJ said when he grew up he would be like the strong men in his life. TJ loved family and the idea of having a happy home with strong parents. TJ had a strong foundation in family and most of all God. It is no wonder TJ grew to be a loving caring man.