The Story began on June 21, 1951, for Sheku Tejan Koroma, also known as Uncle TJ and Sheku to many. Sheku was raised in Kenema,Sierra Leone by his uncle Alhaji Tarawally. In his early teens,
he moved to Freetown for better opportunities. While in Freetown, he resided with his late Uncle and late Aunt, Ibrahim Sorie Muray Koroma and Haja Jonta Koroma, respectively. After completing
his studies, Sheku earned a scholarship to study in the United States.
In 1974, Sheku traveled to the United States to pursue his education, were he went on to achieve his B.S.C in Accounting from Strayer University in 1977. Sheku then continued to further his education at the University of the District Columbia in 1983 by earning his Master’s in Business Administration. In 1975 Sheku married the Love of his Life, Aminata Bundu. Sheku and Aminata have been married for 45 years. During their journey together they raised four sons: Mohamed, Tejan Jr, Gibril, and Abraham.
Sheku Tejan held the position as a Tax Examiner at the Department of Employment Services from 2008 to present. He was highly respected by his peers and also as a charismatic leader, advocate, mentor, motivator, and a great friend to many. When we think of greatness, Sheku epitomized greatness!
His compassion, generosity, honor, dignity, and respect were some qualities that Sheku not only held in high esteem but practiced every day during his time with us here on earth. He enjoyed spending time with his friends and family, especially his grandchildren. Ultimately, Sheku Tejan spent much time on earth uplifting,motivating, calming, and loving the many people he crossed paths with.
On Monday August 31, 2020, Sheku departed his earthly life to begin his new Journey with the Lord. Sheku is survived by his wife Aminata, his four children Mohamed, Tejan Jr, Gibril, and Abraham. His Grandchildren Isiah, Kayla, Amina, Kyerin, Caiden,
and daughter in-law Makeda. His Siblings Osman, Ibrahim, Sanusie, Lamin, Ibrahim, Mustapha, Ibrahim, Junta, Hawa, Ms. Sally, Amie, Masio, Sarrah. Other relatives Koroma, Bundu, Fonti,
Tarawally, Kanu, Sillah, Karim, Konteh, Conteh, Kabba, Kamara, Dainkehs, Turays, and Sesays.
WE LOVE YOU HUSBAND, DAD, BROTHER, UNCLE, COUSIN, and PAPA.
Will Truly Be Missed and Celebrated For Eternity.
A graveside service will be held on Sunday, September 6, 2020 at 1:00 PM at Mount Comfort Cemetery, 6600 South Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22306.
Arrangements entrusted to Cunningham Turch Funeral Home, 811 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
6600 South Kings Highway, Alexandria, VA 22306
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He was always so kind to me and my family. Keeping your family in prayer.
May you continue to rest peacefully in the Loving arms of heaven’s angels. You will forever remain in our memories as a great and very good human being?
My condolences to the Koroma family on the loss of what I can see was a great man and father. Hang in there Tejan Jr and may God give blessings and healing to you and the family. ❤
May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace. On behalf of my family I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the Koroma family
Uncle TJ May your beautiful soul rest peacefully. I know you are looking down on us right now. We are going to miss you. Again rest in power.
We are heart broken from the passing of Uncle Tejan. He was the epitome of a father figure to us. Some of our fondest memories as kids were spending the summer at his house. He was always loving and caring to us. As we grew older, he would check in on us to make sure we were doing well. Just a few months ago he asked that we visit again when things settle. “The room you stayed at as kids is here and will always be available for you,” he said. We will forever remember you Uncle Tejan and the great memories that you created for us. We love you dearly and pray that your soul will forever Rest In Peace.
We are heart broken from the passing of Uncle Tejan. He was the epitome of a father figure to us. Some of our fondest memories as kids were spending the summer at his house. He was always loving and caring to us. As we grew older, he would check in on us to make sure we were doing well. Just a few months ago he asked that we visit again when things settle. “The room you stayed at as kids is here and will always be available for you,” he said. We will forever remember you Uncle Tejan and the great memories that you created for us. We love you dearly and pray that your soul will forever Rest In Peace.
Mr. KOROMA will be missed from here on out, I’m upset god called him up early but I pray god let’s him in wit open arms. I send my condolences n my prayer to my Koroma Family members I luv yah so much
Uncle TJ always brought love and cheer to our household. He was a loving figure to everyone and gave a smile when things were tough. He will be missed and never forgotten.
My uncle Sheku T .Koroma I love that guy like he was my own Daddy I swore I always wanted to grow up to be like him a hard harder working Dad I ever saw that’s on everything I swore aim are miss watching them Giant and Redskin’s play he love them skin’s breath and worship the Redskin’s that’s a fax he showed me alot about being a strong working Blackman he give me my very First part time job at McDonald’s if you know me you never thought I work at that joint that’s a fax I appreciate everything he did for me as a uncle or Dad he was like my other Papa goner miss my father and uncle that’s on everything I swore goner miss you always uncle Teejohn we meet again that’s on B.G I promise I always be here for the family Aunty be strong me and the boy’s always goner be here for you okay Aunty uncle is goner be always watching over Us I know for ever and tell infinity I know love you always uncle T.J Koroma R.I.P love always we goner miss you Big .T.J the Best that ever did it a bigger Fax till we meet again much love to you and the Koroma Family .
OMG TJ,
May Allah SWT continue to guide and bless his soul in Aljanah!
Chief Allieu Mucktarru-Kallay!
It is with my deepest and sincerest love, strength and support which I offer to Mrs. Koroma and all her son’s. God will guide you all through this time. Take care and God Bless.
We’re deeply saddened for your loss. May God Almighty grant him internal peace.
My deepest condolences to the family . This is a shock to me. May he rest in peace.
Take your eternal rest uncle, will be greatly missed?. We love you, sorry you’re gone too soon. Heaven has gained a humble servant.
My condolences to the family I’m so heartbroken ????????????????????????for this great loss but God knows best God loves you more and I am thankful for all the love and laughter we shared❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ may your soul rest in peace and may God grant you the highest heaven rest in peace loving uncle
To my Godfather, more like my second father. You will be loved and missed. Continue to watch over my family including your wife, my brothers, my mother, and my sisters.
No worries. We will take care of aunty Amy.
I love you uncle TJ! I’ll Always love you.
This was a shock to us all. One of the uncles that helped raise and shape me. You’ll be missed man but Koromas are forever…Love u boss..