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Tyler MacKenzie Obituary
MACKENZIE, TYLER RYAN
Pfc. Tyler Ryan MacKenzie, 20, of Evans, CO died on Wednesday, November 2, 2005 while serving in Iraq. He was born November 7, 1984 to David and Julie (Borland) MacKenzie. Tyler was a lifelong resident of the Greeley area where he graduated from Greeley West High School in 2003. He joined the United States Army on January 19, 2005 and served with the B Co., 1/502 IN, 2 BCT, Fort Campbell. He was an elder in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Tyler was a kind and caring soul, honest and sincere, had the utmost integrity, was athletic, funny, self-competitive and unselfish. He loved playing video games, reading, listening to music, playing paintball, animals, volunteering and spending time with his family and friends.
Survivors include his parents, David and Julie MacKenzie of Evans, sister Nicole and husband Jason Crawford of Evans, grandparents Emmett and Mary MacKenzie and Ronald and Jenette Borland, all of Greeley. He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents Mable and Junior Cawthra.
Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the Allnutt Macy Chapel. Funeral Service 12 noon Friday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 501 49th Avenue, Greeley. Interment Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Memorials to the Ward Missionary Fund at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints or to Greeley West football in care of Allnutt, 702 13th St., Greeley, CO 80631. Friends may view the online obit and sign the guest book at www.allnutt.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Tyler MacKenzie
Charlie Gili
July 18, 2014
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the MacKenzie Family know that we recently made a small donation to the Greeley West Booster Club for Football in honor of Tyler R. MacKenzie US Army Private 1st Class. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Peggy Childers
November 2, 2011
To the family and friends of Pfc. Tyler R. MacKenzie:
Please accept my remembrance of Tyler on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
November 2, 2010
To the family and friends of Pfc. Tyler R. MacKenzie:
Remembering Tyler on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Carla T
July 23, 2010
My daughter went to High School with Tyler abd said he was one of nicest guys. Tyler rest in Peace. You can sleep now. You made the world safer for me and mine. God Bless and sleep well.
Elizabeth Robin
May 25, 2009
Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice. I am proud that the high school I went to produced such a brave man. I'm sorry for your family that you can't be with them.
Kenna Larra
May 19, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,450 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Jonathan Blake Silvers
November 9, 2008
I've signed this book before, but as it is on my mind, I just wanted to take the time to stop by and say hello. I got to move from Mahmudiyah to a 'safer' place to the south that year because you guys showed up and relieved us. I was crushed to learn that you and Munger were lost, and I want to say thank you to you both. Even if just for a few weeks.. I consider you both brothers, and I will miss you. HHC 1-108th AR GA ANG
Peggy Childers
November 2, 2008
To the family of Pfc. Tyler R. MacKenzie:
Tyler gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
In Memory of Tyler ~ (Debra Estep)
November 2, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Tyler, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
SSG C
June 19, 2008
i wish i had gotten to know you better before that day. you were so darn quiet. just wanted to say sorry i wish it could have been me instead.you were such a good hearted kid.
May 13, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc MacKenzie!
August 16, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 24, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc MacKenzie and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Joseph Cannon
November 3, 2006
Thinking of you often. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Jessica MacKenzie
November 2, 2006
Tyler, I think of you every day and keep you close to my heart. Life definitely is not the same without you, however your life has inspired me beyond anything I've ever known. I'm moving mountains because of you!
I'll never ever forget the sacrafice you made and the honor that you did it with. You are my hero, my jedi knight. I love you so very much.
Luceo Non Uro, Cousin.
Garnet Jenkins
November 2, 2006
In Remembrance of this fine young Colorado Hero, Pfc. Tyler R. MacKenzie, his Supreme Sacrifice, one year ago today is not forgotten.
Hoping the MacKenzie family continues to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround them each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to them, who is a Hero to all of us.
Garnet Jenkins
August 10, 2006
Remembering Pfc. Tyler R. MacKenzie, with a Multitude of Thanks for his Service and Dedication to our Country and for our Freedom.
Rest well Young Hero and know that you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
May God's Grace and Comfort, continue to be with the MacKenzie family.
From the sister of a Fallen young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam. KIA~1967.
"I will lift up my eyes to the hills-
from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the Lord,
Who made heaven and earth."
Psalm 121:1-2
Debbie Lund
June 14, 2006
Dear MacKenzie Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved hero Tyler. May Tyler rest in peace surrounded by the love from his family and friends. Thank you PFC Tyler R. MacKenzie, a true American hero to all.
ROBYN GARSIDE
May 27, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. THERE JUST AREN'T ENOUGH WORDS HERE ON EARTH TO EASE YOUR SORROW I KNOW. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Les Fuller
May 27, 2006
Dear Mr. and Mrs. MacKenzie,
I served with your son in 2nd Platoon, Bco 1-502. I want to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. Tyler was a great guy, and loved life and being in the Army. I remember taking Tyler to Applebee's for lunch. I told him to order want he wanted, I forgot how much a young man can eat when he's used to chow hall food. Tyler talked to me about the Army, and wanting to become an officer someday. He wanted to prove to himself that he could lead in combat. Tyler had little experience but, he had heart and love for his fellow soldiers. That is part of being a great leader in my book anyday. I pray that God will continue to sustain you and your family and comfort you all the days of your lives.
In His service,
SSG Fuller, Leslie
Kelli Herman
April 6, 2006
Thank you for bringing such a wonderful man into this world and for the ultimate sacrifice he made for me and my children so that we can continue to live and enjoy the freedom so many of us take for granted. I lost my brother-n-law to an IED last June so I feel your pain. Your sons sacrafice will forever be in my heart and mind and I will be forever greatful. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. God bless each and every family member and may you find some peace in knowing that he died believing in what he was fighting for. He is a true American hero.
Cassandra Crowley
March 1, 2006
To the family of Tyler Mackenzie:
Thank you so much for the sacrifice you have made for our country. My Grandmother is in Eastern Star with your family and we have been praying for your loss on a daily basis. I thank you again for sacrifice. We need more noble men and women in this country, men and women like Tyler.
Joy Young
January 5, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family every day. Tyler was serving with my husband in Iraq and losing him has been devistating. He will truly be missed.
The Lopez & Dick Families (Spc. Jose Lopez II)
January 2, 2006
We wanted to extend our deepest condolences. We didn't know Tyler, But we heard of him though our soldier. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. To us Tyler was a hero. Not all young men will sacrifice their lives for us and our country. All of his family should be proud to have so many memories he left in your hearts. Although that doesn't fill the emptyness. I know words can never fill this burden. He will never be forgotten. God Bless you all.
SGT. Josh Fisher
December 31, 2005
Mac, I gave you hell about your height because you towered over me. Im sorry man that was the only thing we had. You are a great soldier. Keep up the fight wherever you are now. We miss you. Thank you for being a soldier. You will not be forgotten.
Punisher 2
Rick & Charady Skidis
December 31, 2005
We wanted to extend our deepest condolences. I was Tyler's 1SG and just wanted to let you know that Tyler was an outstanding young soldier. Although he was only with us for a short time his contributions were many. He was very dependable, disciplined, and very courteous. He made us a better company and it was an honor to have him in the company. The MacKenzie Family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Philip & Sarah Miller
December 31, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all daily. Tyler was an amazing soldier. The sacrifice he has made in the name of freedom will always be remembered, never forgotten. God Bless You All.
Spc. Jose and Elia Lopez
December 31, 2005
Dear Mackenzie Family, I am so sorry for your loss of such a great young man, soilder, son and brother. For the little time that I knew Tyler he was sweet, but yet very quiet. Atleast when I was around. I was remembering the one time we were on the same flight as him coming back home (labor day weekend) and Tyler needed a ride home and so Jose and I took him, I have this coupe car and he is so tall and he sat in the back I felt bad because I am short, I asked if he wanted to sit up front but he didnt. What a trooper. To make all matters worse he could have sat behind me but he sat behind Jose who sits back so far. I couldnt imagine how bad his legs were hurting but he never said a thing, he was just so greatful for the ride back to base. Again, my deepest sympathy and God Bless you and your family and may Tyler rest in peace.
Kevin McCormick
December 28, 2005
My heart goes out to you and your family in this new year. I have lost shipmates in the past and grieve them like they were my own. As a Navy Veteran I feel a special connection to all of my brothers and sisters overseas. I believe that if you die doing what you love, it is not tragic. I believe wholeheartedly that Tyler loved his country and defending it's freedom. I see Tyler's sacrafice as a beautiful thing that teaches me not to take things for granted. May God keep you and your family along with all of our troops and thier families.
Tom Gugliuzzas-Smith
December 19, 2005
My heartfelt sympathy to the MacKenzie family in the loss of your dear son, brother and hero Tyler. I did not know Tyler, but my heart is broken and I am sadden for your loss of such a young man. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers.
I send each of you a hug from my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
shawnee
December 10, 2005
Thank you for your service to this country and bravery. You will not be forgotten. God bless you and your family.
Ruth Berry
November 23, 2005
I do not know your son or your family. However, my family and I appreciate the supreme sacifice Tyler made for us and our country. I
pray for your family to have the peace that passed all understanding.
Summer Thornton
November 15, 2005
To Tylers Family, I am very very sorry for your loss. No words can describe how you must feel at this point in time. But please know that I thank you..and I honor your son for the sacrifice he made for his country.
Cindy McLean
November 11, 2005
My heartfelt prayers go out the friends and family of this very special young man. While I did not have the honor of knowing Ben, as a mother of a soldier, I very much know what very special and wonderful people our military are. You have given the ultimate for our country and you will always have my thanks and gratitude. May God Bless you all at this difficult time. God Bless Ben.
"Perhaps they are not the stars but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our dear ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy."
Cindy - A Army Mom
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