3 sport high school star athlete in football, wrestling, and baseball. All-State. People would travel all over the state to see him perform
Had a beautiful girlfriend name, Jennifer. They have known each other since elementary school and started dating in high school. He had offers from many big colleges but chose to attend a small college with Jennifer. They talked openly about getting married but he never told her that he loved her.
One of the nicest people you would ever meet. He would do anything for you. Team player. Friendly with everyone he met. He was someone that everyone wanted to around and be friends with. Tyler is a local celebrity in his hometown, although he'd never call himself that. He was a real hero that had every great quality. Never had a bad attitude. Loved and respected everyone.
He self-determination unlike any other human being. He always had a plan and knew where he wanted to go with his life. He was a confident young man and always had a way of instilling confidence in others even when it seemed like all hope was lost. A Natural Born Leader. He had a unique way of making everyone feel included
During his senior year in High School, Tyler fell asleep at the wheel while on his way to see then-girlfriend Jennifer in a dance competition. The accident broke his neck and was paralyzed from neck down.
This shocked the whole community and state of Utah. He received support from everyone. The amount of support he received truly showed how much of an impact he made on other people.