Tyler had many interests including fishing, airsofting with his dad & brothers, playing basketball with family & friends, learning about fixing cars, wood working, hanging out with friends and working at the Valley & Coca cola. He loved Star Wars and at a very young age had a passion for cars.

Tyler had a strong drive & a dedicated work ethic. He volunteered, went on mission trips and he was always thinking about others & helping their needs. At his young age he left a legacy that has continued to touch many lives.

He was your average 16 year old. He was full of life and had a quick wit that was absolutely on point. An infectious laugh & a smile that lit up a room. he would always be by someones side to make them feel better if they were down. He was also the first to make sure someone was being treated respectfully & if not would stand up for them in an appropriate ate way.

Respect, loyalty & kindness were important to him. We learned that he was not afraid to come along someones side if they were being bullied or treated in a negative manner. He was a forgiving person. His friendships resonated deep in his heart and he would do anything for his friends and family.

Tyler chose himself to be a donor when he wen to apply for his permit & license. He selfishly chose to do something that was bigger than himself & through that he taught us something as well.

Tyler left behind 2 sisters and 3 brothers. A brother in law, and after his passing the arrival of 2 nieces, one nephew and one more nephew to arrive in Feb. He was so looking forward to being an uncle and was anticipating his first nieces arrival prior to his passing. We know he held each of these babies in heaven before they were born.

Each of us will one day be judged by our standard of life, not by our standard of living. By our measure of giving, not by our measure of love. By our simple goodness, not by our seeming greatness. Tyler lived by this standard in his short 16 years, 9 months and 23 days here on earth.

The dates on tylers headstone read 1999-2016 but what mattered most of all was that dash between those years. The dash represents all the lives made better by those who knew him & loved him. And most of all....what that little mark is worth. What matters is how we live & how we show love to others.