In Memory of Tyler David Bleyl
I wanted to do something special for Ty so thats why I created this website. He gave so much to me and taught me so much I just felt that it's important for the world to truly see how amazing and life changing one boy could be.
There are no words to express how amazing and wonderful my nephew tyler is!! We all loved and we all miss him so very much! Our lives will forever be touch and blessed because we knew one special boy! Like my sister said it is truly a honor to be his aunt! Tyler's love and compassion he showed to others will forever be his legacy! His smile says it all! He will foever be in my heart and dreams! And till we meet again I will spend my life trying to make you as proud to be my nephew as I am to be your aunt! You are the one who is supposed to look up to me but TY YOU ARE THE ONE I WILL FOREVER STRIVE TO BE LIKE!! See you in my dreams bud!! I LOVE YOU
Love always and forever in my heart,
Jamie York Frampton
This site was made for Tyler & Family with Love Always
Phil Williamson January 3, 2009 (Alpine, Ut)
What I Remember.....
2005- Tyler was very good friends with my older brother Harrison. When you mix Tyler and Harry, you get quite the comedy act!He would come over so much, one of the times we went over to "Wendy's", deciding what to order, he asks the cashier, "Are the Chicken Nuggets really made with white meat?" so she said "Probably not, after all it is "Wendy's."Another time would be when he came to our house for the 4th of July. We buy lots of fireworks for the 4th of July! As every guy likes to do, they like to some how play with fire. Just about every firework that was lit that was shooting more than 7 feet tall, he would jump in and out of all the sparks and come out of it laughing, with his trademark laugh and say " Dude that was awesome! Lets do it again!" The laugh of Tyler was so memorable. It makes you want to laugh even when nothing is funny! Something that I was taught, that makes me look at tragic times like these, is the dash in the middle. "1991-2008" What do you start thinking. I look at the dash in the middle, not the numbers. It does not matter how young or old someone is, it is what happens in the middle, the dash. I look at Tyler's dash and it makes me smile. This dash is filled with so many happy thoughts. It is a completed dash that has done nothing but good. This theory helps me and it may help others to know that things like these are not as sad when you think of their life and it makes you wonder what is happening with your dash.
Jordan Warner October 28, 2008 (Cedar Hills)
Miracles go unnoticed
Me and Tyler had very similar Quotes. the one i was never able to share with him however was this. We often look at small miracles as the ones with the most power, the most love. However its truely the hidden works of god that have the most love. Like someone being born. often unoticed but they give the most extrodinaraly love,hope, and joy that everyone needs.
Erin Kaye Griffeth October 24th, 2008 (Lone Peak High School)
I actually didn't know Tyler as well as i could have. Actually i think the last time I saw him was the summer before tenth at whits house. But the things he has done for my friends... well, let's just say that i will forever be greatful towards him. Without him. I probablly wouldn't have one of my best friends here today. So, Thank You Tyler. Your a great friend. And will be forever missed. God be with you till we meet again...
Haile Hiatt October 19, 1008 (Cedar Hills)
I dreamed I was missing You were so scared. But no one would listen Cause no one else cared. After my dreaming I woke with this fear. What am I leaving, When I am done here So if you’re asking me I want you to know When my time comes Forget the wrong that I’ve done Help me leave behind some reason to be missed Don’t resent me And when you’re feeling empty Keep me in your memory Leave out all the rest Leave out all the rest Don’t be afraid I’ve taken my beating I’ve shared what I made I’m strong on the surface Not all the way through. I’ve never been perfect But neither have you. So if you’re asking me I want you to know… When my time comes Forget the wrong that I’ve done Help me leave behind some reason to be missed. And don’t resent me And when you’re feeling empty Keep me in your memory Leave out all the rest, leave out all the rest. Forgetting All the hurt inside you’ve learned to hide so well. Pretending Someone else can come and save me from myself. I can’t be who you are… When my time comes Forget the wrong that I’ve done Help me leave behind some reason to be missed. And don’t resent me And when you’re feeling empty Keep me in your memory Leave out all the rest, leave out all the rest. Forgetting… All the hurt inside you’ve learned to hide so well. Pretending… Someone else can come and save me from myself. I can’t be who you are, I can’t be who you are … i first heard this song the day i heard about Tyler's passing. It fit, I remember him for the amazing person he was. i know he hasnt really left us. that he is still here with us. every time ear this song i think about Tyler and i cant help but smile.
Talea Kelsey October 16, 2008 (American Fork High)
TYLER was a great friend! We did FFA together well sore of?! Well everytime i was down he was there to bring me back up from a bad day! he always knew what to do for everyone at school! We always smile at each other and know everythings ok for him, me and one else! i will always remember him in minmy heart and dreams! i never got to you tyler i always loved you as a brother! SO I LOVE YOU!! ILL DO MY BEST TO BE LIKE YOU!!
Tiffany Earl October 16, 2008 (Cedar Hills) Tyler spent alot of time in my home, especially in the last year. He was always a complete gentleman everytime he was here. If I came home with a car load of Costco food he would immediately jump up off the couch and bring in all the groceries before I even had a chance to go back for the second load. He always came in to pick up Lexi and when he came in to visit he and Lexi would come find me and invite me to sit and visit with them for the evening. Tyler and I had the best conversations. When we got to together we would talk for hours and occasionally ask Lexi," Why are you so quiet, you should talk more." The problem was she could never get a word in between Tyler and me. We thought alike, we saw the world from the same kind of eyes. People first, always think positively, and stuff was just stuff. When midnight would roll around and his mother would call he would tell her, " Lexi and I are here with Tif." Then Traci would say, "No problem Bud!" Tyler shared many personal thoughts and feelings with Lexi and me. I feel honored to have known him this well. I will forever be changed because I knew this special boy. I am grateful that right up until the last time I spoke with Tyler, I communicated my love for him. He is my friend, he is Lexi's best friend, and he was the best jungle gym to my little kids. When he sat on the bar stools in the kitchen, his shirt wouldn't touch the back of his pants. This always left the perfect gap that Truman and Faith would use to tickle him. When they would come over and run their finger across his skin he always quealed like a girl. He couldn't help it, he did it everytime, even if he knew they were going to do it. Whenever he came in he would tell me, " Your house is always clean, you clean too much, just sit down and talk with me." And whenever he left I would call out from the kitchen and say," I sure love ya, handsome!" We always replied," Yeah, whatever!" I would start walking to the door and by the time I got there he would turn and smile at me and say," Thank you Tif!" Heidi Wilder October 15th, 2008 (American Fork High)
I dont know this kid. I think I have seen him once. But by the way I see him in what every one has said about him, and the web sight, I would say that this kid, we will all miss him.
Adrian Goulart Cedar Hills, UT
...there is in no possible way, that with words I can even begin to describe the emotions of pain, sorrow, joy, happiness and love that I feel and will continue to feel for the remainder of the rest of my life. Tyler was a personality that was not only unique, but had so much potential that the world itself could not hold back. His undawnting characteristics of compassion, love, respect, and commitment were many times looked upon not only as a beacon of hope, and sometimes even jelousy, but more as a model in which we sometimes only dreamed that we could mark up to. Tylers story should not be taken in granted, in fact it should be used to not only proove, but confirm the fact that every indevidual person on this earth, big or small, rich or poor makes an impact on the world. I believe that Tyler never in his wildest dreams, beleived that when his time came, not only would his family come together, but approximatly 800 other people too would come out and gather solely on the memory of a single indevidual person. With this message I only express a minute amount of emotions that are inside of me. Along with this message, I realize that Tyler will not be able to read this in person, but perhaps in soul, and that I believe to be the drive of many to continue to be happy, and have joy in thier lives. Atleast I say that with the end of this message that not only were you a best friend, colleague, and companion but also a brother. I love you. And I can't wait until the day, that we can finally get together and throw ballons of ketchup and mustard at random cars, and buy rally cars and run them into the ground. Maybe even do something with dry ice bombs again, or even combine all 3 :)
and uhh... FYI, you got alot of punches from alot of people coming, heaven isn't that safe!! ;)
Erin Barton October 5th, 2008 (Lindon)
What an Honor it is to utter the words, I am Tyler Bleyl's Aunt.
Eenie, or Erin to some. Most recently, Ty called me Auntie!
Thank You All for contributing to the well-being of our souls and posting these comments.
So many memories are flooding my mind that are soon to come out.
Just wanted to say Thank You, and keep em comin' in the meantime.
Nanette Rumsey Adams October 4th, 2008 (Cedar Hills)
Hey Big T!!!! You need to put your big shoes in the doorway so I can know your at the house!!!
Tyler, I know how much you hated it when someone was really SAD...so I know you don't want us to cry for you anymore, I know you are wrapping your big giant ams around us all and saying "I didn't want to make anyone sad!!" But I am sad to not see your face... your scruffy bearded face today, and to hear that infectous laugh!!! I loved to hear you and Whit downstairs laughing so hard, knowing you were probably getting into trouble, but I would always smile knowing you good guys were having good times together!!! How many times can I say "I miss you!!!" Just keep hanging around until we can smile when we think of you instead of cry.....Work really hard in Heaven, and help those people only you can relate too.....Stop by a lot OK!!!?? I Love you my big boy! Nanette
Boyd Matheson October 2nd, 2008 (Cedar Hills)
Sometimes is takes a child to raise a village - Tyler raised all of us up over the past week - I hope everyone continues to reach out and reach up. Tyler would want all of us to stay better connected and serve more, give more, laugh more and love more....Tyler was and is about bringing people together - a truely extraordinary soul is Tyler...
Tiffany Galloway October 2nd, 2008
I will never forget this guy that touch my life so much. I am in so much shock right now trying to deal with the fact that Tyler is gone. It just doesn't seem real to me. I am in Montana right now going to a bible collage and had so many plans with hangin out with this kid. I remember all the late nights i would stay up doing homework and there he was helping me stay awake texting me at sometimes 3 in the morning. I am going to miss him so much and wish i could have just got one more bear hug from him. I think he was one of the only kids including three other that really welcomed me when i first moved to Utah. It was on the bus when him and Adrean and Alex all welcomed me into their group.. I will never forget this kid that touched my life so much. I will be praying for the family members and everyone else that knew Tyler Bleyl. Love you Tyler. ? and you will ALWAYS be in my heart.?
Kristina Coleman October 1st, 2008 (Southern Utah)
Tyler, You're a stud! I don't think I've been to a more inspiring funeral. Tears filled my eyes as I looked behind me at the hundreds of people that have been touched because of who YOU ARE! It's amazing how much your life affected so many many people for good! I don't think one person left today without a strong motivation to be better! As you said in your journal entry: "The little things will help you be able to deal with a large thing. It will work out. What it seems like now will change with time." Luckily, the amazing truth of the gospel provides those "little things" to help us get through! I was also touched by the incredible strength of your family. It is already very evident that you are taking care of them from the other side! My heart and prayers go out to them! And Taylor, since I know you best, I just wanted to tell you how much I looked up to you today! Your strength was so awesome to watch. Girl, you are a rock, it's no wonder your brother is so proud of you.
Jessica Zepeda October 1st, 2008 (Lone Peak High School)
i remember i had a crush on him in like 9th grade. i was like oooh wow that kid is cute! but i had some classes with him, and we casually talked but he probably wouldnt have remembered me. WE will all miss you tyler .
Bethany Richards September 30th, 2008 (American Fork High)
I wrote this letter the day after in one of my classes Tyler was in.Dear Tyler -
You are such an amazing person. You are so optimistic. You always have something funny to say. You're so smart. You understand things so easily and seem to connect with them. You have such potential. You have everything you need to succeed. All you need is a little more confidence. It's all there - you just need to believe in yourself. You can be or do whatever you want. Nothing is stopping you but you. Keep moving forward. Fulfill your dreams. Take a chance. Be yourself. Don't let anything get in your way. Just do it. There's something inside of you waiting to burst. Let it out.
Don't forget how much we love you. You bring something to life that we all cherish. You are a person who is not easy to forget. Thank you for the light you bring to the world. Thank you for being our friend. Thank you for everything.
Jerrin Wilkey September 30th, 2008 (American Fork High)
Tyler, You are awesome you are a great friend and i am sure an even better brother cousin grandson I feel so blessed to be able to know you. I will never forget going to get gandies with you during p.e and on the way out doing donuts in the parking lot. i am sorry for your family and the trial that they are witnessing you are and will always be loved by those who know you. I will always remember your face your smile and your humor but you are in a very much better place and i KNOW that i will see you again dude we all love you so much you changed everybodies lives i cant wait to see you again and i will i will miss you good bye till we see each other again THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO
Amanda Kaye Tillotson September 30th, 2008 (Lone Peak High School)
i don't think i have formally met tyler but i saw him often when lexi and i were working. he'd always walk in with a big smile on his face, so happy to see his girl. just from stories and what i've read here i know he is thee funniest/coolest/sweetest kid you'd ever meet. i feel so fortunate to know of him and to have seen the ways he has touched others. i can definately feel his crazy strong spirit! my prayers are with all of you!!
Taylor Bleyl September 30th, 2008 (Liahona Academy)
wow I had no idea how many people my brother has touched. I just wanted to say, to all
of you who are saying "ty WAS such a good kid" and "ty HAD the best sense of humor and he WAS a great guy" I just want you to know.. he still is. ty wasn't such a good kid, ty IS such a good kid. he didn't have the best sense of humor, ty HAS the absolute best sense of humor. and my big brother is STILL a really great guy and an amazing son of God. Tyler is with us all and he will continue to protect/watch over/tease/torment/and bless every single one of us. Ty is our big bear-huggin angel. Thank you for all the support, it means a lot to my family, my
brother and me.
Savannah Lewis September 30th, 2008
man...i miss this kid. he was such a sweetheart. and he gave the best hugs EVER. i'm gonna make sure i get one when i pass on and get to see him again. i love you big friendly giant :)
Megan Michelle Harmer September 29th, 2008
he was an awesome guy. i will miss him alot. that funny kid! love ya tyler
Connor Thorne September 29th, 2008 (American Fork High)
man im gonna miss this kid so much. he always had such a good attitude, and he always made my day so much better when i saw him and he gave me one of his bear hugs. everyone is going to miss him, its so sad to see him go. ill see you again someday bro!
Jess Chronic September 29th, 2008 (Orem High)
tyler was the best! wow i miss that guy... :(
Alex Warner September 29th, 2008 (American Fork High)
Fur Fridays Bro! i'll miss you so much! tyler you made my worst days at school instantly better just by your smile and humor. someone said " Attitude is contagious make yours worth catching" tyler lived by that very well. dude i'll miss our hard core biking trips and all the gaming. RIP my brother. God be with till you meet again.
Nanette Rumsey Adams September 29th, 2008
Today I got my Mountain bike out and was going for a quick ride on the fire road behind our house.....as I opened the garage to leave, there leaning against the Bleyls Garage was Ty's Mt. Bike and shoes...It kind of took my breath away a little!! I said Come on Big T, lets go ride together one last time! With tears in my eyes and memories of biking with my big T, out we went!!!! We rode together over to look at the Bike trail that he and Whit spent so much time digging out of the mountain behind our homes....I sat and talked with him a while.....We had a GREAT ride today! I came home with a smile on my face and am still smiling as I write this post :D Thanks Tyler! I can't say it enough.....I Love you Big T! Nanette
Caitlin Boyce September 29th, 2008
Aw, Tyler. You are larger than life. You have a good heart and a contagiously bright spirit. I remember when Amber made you apologize for making fun of me when I got scared during the Mothman Prophesies. You didn't even make me feel very stupid. :) How much you will be missed.
Sarah Matheson September 29th, 2008
tyler was just simply amazing. He was always smiling, and always ready to make someone laugh. it was impossible to not smile when tyler was talking to you. the word 2 words that describe him best are funny and compassionate. he was always there and will always be there for all of us
Karine Coleman September 29th, 2008 (Pleasant Grove High)
i've known him and his family for almost 9 years..and am best friends with his sister taylor. which makes him... my own brother. He acted just like it. my heart is so heavy at this loss. he will ALWAYS be remembered.. he was the most caring person i've probably ever met. if any guy wanted to talk to tay, he had to go through tyler first! he was so protective and i know he's doing a whole lot more of protecting now on the other side. i can't believe how funny tyler was as well. i could be having the worst day ever, and tyler would walk in the room and turn it ALL around! he'd say, "has karine had her hour of pms yet today??" he always had me laughing. what an amazing guy you are tyler. that will never change. we all miss you so much.. it will never be the same without you...i promise you i will be there for taylor and your little siblings EVERY time they are in need. we love you and will see you on the other side...
---Karine
Jared Perkins September 29th, 2008 (American Fork High)
tyler...what a guy!! he could walk into a room of sadness and unreason and fip the tide, turn it into something both calming and enjoyable. he had love. he was fearless. he put a smile on my face and he taught me a few things about life. tyler i love ya man and i cant wait to see you again.
Kimberly Ann Boldt September 29th, 2008 (Salt Lake City, UT)
Tyler always made me smile. He never hesitated to yell out some sort of greeting every time he saw me. Whether it was coming straight at me in his car with a big just kidding smile or a "hey Kim, how's it goin'?" I loved that he was never intimidated by anyone. Ty loved everyone. I am really going to miss his funny sense of humor. This boy radiated happiness and love. We are all going to miss him, but he will never leave our hearts.
Valerie Reynolds September 29th, 2008
Tyler is the coolest kid. I didn't know what to make of him at first, but after I got to know him, I realized how awesome he was. I'm glad I got know him. I'll miss Tyler.
Christian Van Dyke September 28th, 2008 (Lone Peak High School)
I love you man! and look forward to the day that i will see you again, you made trek bearable and the best brother anyone could have wished for!!
Jacob Ruch September 28th, 2008
R.I.P dont know you the best. but the times we did talk you were such a nice person and you are loved by very many people. my prays are with you and your family.
Lainie Thompson September 28th, 2008 (American Fork High)
I was so sad when i foud out he died! He was/is a great guy i wish i would have gotten to know him a little better but what i did know was he was a nice guy and was fun to be around. he was a sweet guy and i'm glad i got to know him a little bit
Kennedi Erin Bleyl September 28th, 2008
My brother had the brightest smile in the whole world!!! He always lit up the room!!! I love him and im going to miss him so much!! I know he is in a better place. But he is still my big brother and he will still protect me. I can feel his arms around me as if he never left. He was the best big brother, he would always stick up for me and he still will. Our close friend Brandin passed away about a year ago and he would always love to tease us. Our home phone always beeps out of control for no reason and no body touches it so we always say its Brandin. And last night i fell asleep on my couch and tylers close friends were around me talking and the phone started beeping out of control and right after it stopped beeping, in my sleep, i was saying, " Tyler!" "Tyler!" And i kept saying stuff about him my sister taylor and tylers friends woke me up and they said " Kennedi, is tyler here?" and i said "no" but i do believe my sweet, sensitive brother tyler came to me in my sleep.
Thanks to everyone for being so nice to tyler and turning him into the wonderful person he was and continues to be.
Thomas Ballard September 28th, 2008 (American Fork High)
Tyler was such a happy person. I first met him in my ninth grade seminary class. It always made my day just to be able to talk with such a happy, funny person. He was always smiling. I will truly miss him
Chris Southard September 28th, 2008 (American Fork High)
He was in my music apperciation class, he was a cool person to talk to, he's so bright. He really knows what he's talking about. I'm going to miss him very much
Arielle Voght September 28th, 2008
I never really knew him. He was in my sociology class. but it always amazed me some of the questions he asked, and the things he believed in. He really made me think sometimes.
Cameron Brunt September 28th, 2008 (Lone Peak High School)
ha ha i have not seen or talked to tyler for a couple years, and i had herd about all this from my friend Austin smith and justin heidimen, we were the greatest of buddies in 5th and 6th grade, we all went to the private LDS school, and we were all in the same class. One of my most cherished memories of tyler is when we got expelled for talking disrespectfully about women, my parents still laugh at my princible because all boys go through that stage, and me and tyler were the ones who got expelled for a day, i was so confused about the whole thing that i thought i was expelled for tossing little pebbles at our friends on the swings... those memories will stay with me for ever, and im glad i could share them
Haley McIntosh September 28th, 2008 (Pleasant Grove High)
Tyler Bleyl lived across the street from me growing up. We were best friends. We'd spend all day playing on his sega haha games like paperboy, sonic, and earthworm gym. Hehe he used to run around without his shirt on and I'd tell him he needed to be modest. He'd dress up in his army clothes and spy on me in my backyard. I watched ET for the first time at his house and he laughed at me for being so scared. I love him so much. The last time I saw Tyler, which was the first time in ages, he picked me up off the ground in the best hug I've ever had. I love you Tyler, always.
Tiffany Martin Earl September 28th, 2008
Both myself and Lexi have tried to share memories with all of you but I am afraid it is too soon...We promise that we will share in the near future. We (especially Lexi) have countless memories of Tyler that will hopefully bring you joy and lift your spirits. But know this, Tyler left this world with a tremendous love for his family and for my daughter, Lexi. The last time they saw eachother they held eachother in a long and tender hug, and stating that they loved one another. They always said that to eachother know matter what. "I Love Ya!"
Lindsay Matheson September 28th, 2008 (American Fork High)
I've never known someone who could lighten the mood of a room faster than Tyler. His little random, funny comments could make anyone smile and put a positive mood in even the most boring of Sunday School classes. :) He made such an influence on so many people--he has truely changed lived. Thanks for all you did, Tyler. We miss you and love you!
Shannon Burk Hodson September 28th, 2008 (Seattle, WA)
My heart aches.
Whit D. Adams September 28th, 2008
Ty, i miss ya.
We all feel you around us.
Thankyou for the memories. They mean so much. They are helping us all ease the pain. Keep them coming, Tyler is smiling down on us all.
Kym Russell September 28th, 2008 (American Fork High)
tyler, i'm gonna miss you. right before i moved to florida you were one of my best friends. i could always find you and alex if i needed a smile or a hug. i will never forget fur fridays. there were so many times i just needed one little smile to get through the day and i could always count on you for it. watch over us tyler. there are people here who still need to feel your love and be touched by your spirit. i love you and i will never forget you.
Amy Graff Baldwin September 28th, 2008 (Salt Lake City, UT)
It was so fun to watch Tyler grow into a young man. When we first moved into the neighborhood, he and a friend came to our door selling theatre tickets for his school. I told him that I really wasn't a theatre person and gave him an example of when Brad and I were in London and saw Les Miserables. I said that we were anticipating the play's end throughout the entire production. I can't remember how long it had been, but we were somewhere and Tyler said "Hey, you're that lady who went to Les Mis in London and couldn't wait for it to end.!" I laughed. It was pretty funny.
Tara Oberhansley Fisher September 28th, 2008
Tyler made me feel important, a normal teenager would not spend their time chatting with an oldie like me. Great big hugs everytime. Tyler was my friend and that made me someone special, I felt important to him. Tara Fisher
Jena Hancock September 27th, 2008
These are great memories. Please keep them coming as I LOVE to see/read the stories. Please add however small the memory-- as it is GREAT for us all to read and get a smile on our face. We are all having such great pain in our own ways, but the stories help make it a little lighter.
Lynds Malia September 27th, 2008 (Japan)
Tyler was always laughing and making other people laugh. he always had a smile on his face and he always put a smile on my face. He was so funny. I'm really gonna miss him.
Ben Christensen September 27th, 2008 (American Fork High)
Back in math class my junior year (tyler was a sophomore) when i first met him. I would get bored in class and so I started drawing things with my calculator. One day Tyler noticed and asked how I did it, after I showed him how we tried to come up with many different ideas of what to draw. We even had little races here and there to see who could draw things the fastest or nicest. Eventually we got the people around us and beyond drawing things and it would disrupt class sometimes when we would talk with the other people. Then one day the teacher moved us because we had become to powerful as a duo. It was a sad day. Tyler is one of the best people I have ever known.
Jordan Warner September 27th, 2008 (American Fork High)
TY BRO! I KNOW YOU WONT BE ABLE TO SAY jord bro BACK BUT hey its the thought that counts
i cried really bad man. i never wante to see you go.
but i dont ave a choice so cya soon man i'll miss ya.
Matt Adams September 27th, 2008
I think the hardest thing in life is realizing all the appreciation and thanks you should have said before it becomes too late. I owe so much to Big T. Not only did he act as an amazing replacement for me while I was in Texas, but he also was an answer to my prayers on more than one occasion when he was the only one there to help out Whit. You don't know what a comfort that is to know that your brother is being taken care of by a friend who is a shining example of Christlike love, when you are 2000 miles away and can't get home. I will miss him so much! and how fitting it was to have him be the first person I saw when I arrived home. Thank you so much Tyler, for all the fun times before the mish, for wishing me luck as I left home once again to make a name for myself up in SLC, and for showing me how to recycle all of the old newspapers at the bottom of the driveway with the front wheel of your car! Until we met again little bro!...
Whit D. Adams September 27th, 2008
I will never forget the first time I met Tyler in late August 2002. We had just moved into the Ward that week and I was outside on my driveway. He came over on his scooter and introduced himself. When I told him my name (Whit), he asked me if that was short for Whitney with that big grin of his. I nodded and from that time forward, Ty and I became best friends.
We did EVERYTHING together. We each experienced the best of times and the worst of times together. From Jr. High to High School, we never left one's side. He helped make me who I am toady. I will always carry a part of him with me. I miss his care and happiness he brought to me. The never ending memories keep racing through my mind. We have lost a great friend, but we havn't lost the memories of him.
Here is a funny story I will never forget. Tyler, Alex Warner, Sean Sagers, and I had just got home from school. We started a short snowball fight on Ty's driveway. During this fight, a UPS truck had been delivering boxes around the neighborhood. We then came up with the idea you probably are thinking right now. :) It then came down to who is brave enough to throw the snowball at the UPS truck. Before we even had time to discuss the matter, Sean Sagers throw a mammoth snowball at the UPS truck. The second the hit the roof of the truck, the UPS man slammed on his brakes and we all ran our seperate ways and hid. I ran into the garage and hid in the roof storage in the gargage. The UPS man had come up to Ty's house and told Traci about the incident. She was not happy. I could hear her yelling Ty's name throughout the house. Traci than came into the garage, knew someone was up in the storage and yelled ty's name.
I was not going to move. I knew that if I did, I would recieve the anger of Traci Bleyl (my second mom). After she left the garage, I finally took up enough courage (after 30 minutes) to go find the rest of the crew. Out of all of us, Tyler ran and hid the farthest from his home as he could. Tyler knew Traci would be upset. He always knew when to keep his distance.
Jacque Compton Gunderson September 26th, 2008
I will never forget Tyler admitting to peeing the Olympics logo in front of my house. What a kid. I knew him only a little bit, but whenever we talked, we laughed...like we were 10. Ok, so I acted like I was 10, but he sure thought it was funny and I loved how easily he could laugh and make light of situations. I sure love the Bleyl family. They are my family. I love you all so very much and I'm glad you find my home a safe haven for you. Come any time.
Brad Baldwin September 26th, 2008 (BYU)
In my mind, I'll always see and remember Tyler as that guy with:
- the scruffy thin beard--that turned into a "real" man's beard
- the great big smile
- a bigger than life personality that radiated to others
- shirts too small for his growing chest and way too short for his height
- fast car looking for air over the speed bump in front of my house
- big brother to sisters and brother
- hardcore mtn biker that was way more fit than me
- young man quickly turning into a man
- loads of potential
- already understood the value of work and joy of being "paid" for it
- man of the house when Rob was away
- his mother and father's delight sprinkled with a little good'ol teen-age challenge
Tracy, Rob, and entire Bleyl family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. This is one of the valleys in life--for you and everyone, like me, who associated with Tyler. May some degree of peace come soon through your knowledge of God's plan, and may your pain be replaced with Christ’s love.
Nanette Rumsey Adams September 26th, 2008
Tyler was like my third son. A great freind to Whit and my family! I loved biking with him and taking him camping with my family! I will never forget he and Whit body surfing behind our boat! OH LAUGH! He filled in while Matt was on his mission.....Tyler would show up on my doorstep with a container of Chunky Monkey and with that cute tyler smile ask if I had time to cut his hair.....Tyler you big bear of a kid I will miss you everyday, I will miss your hugs and sense of humor! I love you Big T! Nanette
Jena Hancock September 26th, 2008
This is great Whit. I've been processing memories all night, just little things here and there. I know he loved his friends and loved his family.
I have so many memories going thru my mind, I want to share. I loved it when I worked int he nursery at church and Tyler would come by every sunday during snack time and peek in the nursery window with puppy dog eyes begging for just one graham cracker. I loved how Tyler adored his lil brother Carter. When you say Tyler with Carter you knew in Tylers mind that Carter was the only 3 yr old on this planet