Thomas J. ‘TJ’ Tyler

July 5, 1978 - October 3, 2022
Thomas J. ‘TJ’ Tyler

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Thomas J. ‘TJ’ Tyler,44, of Triadelphia, West Virginia passed away Monday, October 3, 2022, at Liza’s Place, Wheeling West Virginia.

He was born July 5, 1978 in Wheeling, West Virginia, son of James and Linda (Collins) Cogar.

TJ was a United States Army Veteran and a true patriot. He enjoyed hunting, fishing four wheeling, and target practice. He was a true outdoorsman.

Surviving are his Wife, Rekia (Pierce) Tyler, Children, Jacob Tyler, Hunter Pierce, and Kadence Tyler, Siblings, Crystal, Jimmy, Ronda, Chris, Shaune, and
Stacia,

A celebration of TJ’s life will be held on Tuesday October 11, 2022 at 12pm at the Triadelphia Community Center with Barry Cline Officiating. Luncheon to follow immediately after.

Arrangements entrusted to CARE Funeral and Cremation Specialists, 204 West Main Street St. Clairsville, Ohio 43950.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Tyler Family Fund c/o Main Street Bank, 2001 Main Street, Wheeling West Virginia 26003.

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  • October 09, 2022
    Denise vilano says:
    Going to be missed by so many. Prayers to the family

  • October 06, 2022
    Heather Hollingshead says:
    Oh TJ hoe I miss ur smiling face ur words of wisdom and most of all ur friendship ... I'm keeping ur wife and kids in my prayers... keep shining down on us from above see u when I get there my friend

  • October 05, 2022
    Cheryl J Skinner Tri-State Military Museum says:
    May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of Thomas J. Tyler, give you peace, comfort and strength… Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers to the family of …. US Army Veteran, Thomas J. Tyler, is “A True American Hero” God Bless† † Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †

  • October 05, 2022
    Carla James says:
    Tom I'm glad that I got to know you, you were one of the good guys & I'm glad that you & Rekia got married. I was very honored to be a witness for the 2 of you. We hated to see you go but we hated even more to see you suffer. You maybe gone from our site but you will be forever in our Hearts. Rest Peacefully In Heaven Tom, give Momma a Hug for me. You will be Sadly Missed but Always Loved. Your Aunt Carla James

  • October 04, 2022
    Jami Kness says:
    Tom: my favorite brother-in-law. you were a jokester, goofy and hilarious! I loved that about you. Rekia, hunter and kadie..i love y'all and here if u need anything. And Tom, i hope you find all the pet tortoises you can find up there! Love you always!