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Tyler R. Secrest
LORTON, VA: Tyler R. Secrest, 24, of Lorton, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, November 18, 2012 in Virginia.
Born in Ashland, KY, he was the son of Dr. Joel W. and Lynn Thiemann Secrest.
Tyler was a Distinguished Graduate of the Virginia Military Institute Class of 2011, from which he graduated with a BA in International Studies and a double major in Modern Languages and Culture, and a minor in history. He enjoyed traveling, visiting such destinations as Europe and South America. He also enjoyed horseback riding, music and photography.
He had been working as a sales representative for VAMAC Inc. of Manassas, Virginia.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his siblings: Connor, Spenser and Alexa Secrest all of Lancaster; his paternal grandmother, Marie Secrest of Coshocton, OH; his maternal grandmother, Mildred Thiemann of Louisville, KY; his great uncle, John Latchic of Cambridge, OH and several aunts, uncles, cousins and a multitude of friends.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Robert W. Secrest and his maternal grandfather, Frank H. Thiemann, Jr.
Friends will be received on Tuesday, November 27, 2012 from 6 to 8 PM at the Charles F. Snyder Jr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA. Friends will again be received on Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 601 E. Delp Rd., Lancaster, PA from 10-11AM, with the Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11AM, Msgr. Richard Youtz as Celebrant. Interment in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Tyler's memory to Marine Military Academy Development, 320 Iwo Jima Blvd, Harlingen, TX 78550-9980 or to VMI Foundation, Box 932, Lexington, VA 24450.
To send an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com Charles F. Snyder Jr
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Jenny ostertag
December 2, 2012
May your light always shine bright. Thinking of you with much sympathy from Louisville, ky(friends of leslye and Andy)
Florence Howie
November 29, 2012
I remember the 1st time I met Tyler at the Goliad Texas Courthouse, walking so tall and straight. He became friends with all the ladies in Tax Office. He was a great young man. He will truly be missed. Very Sorry for your loss.
Gary Howard
November 28, 2012
Tyler was one of my favorite Algebra students. His humor and wit added greatly to the class. I am deeply saddened by your loss.
Ethel Itoka
November 28, 2012
My heart goes out to your family especially your VMI brothers. Tyler, may your soul rest in peace and may light perpetual shine on you.Love you son.
November 26, 2012
Dear Secrests,
I have just heard the news about Tyler. I can't express the sorrow I'm feeling. You all are devastated, I'm sure. I will be praying and hoping you have the strength to weather this tragedy. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Sincerely, Mrs. Hogan (retired teacher from St. Vincent's, FW, IN)
Will Gorman
November 26, 2012
Such a tragedy. I met Tyler a couple of months ago at a VMI event. I was impressed by his humor, as well as his gentleness.
He will truly by missed.
My heart goes out to his family and his friends.
Will Gorman '94
Megan Hanrahan
November 26, 2012
Mrs. Secrest, Joel, Lynn & family,
I am so sorry for your loss. When my mother told me the news my heart sunk . Tyler seemed like such a wonderful man & you all should be so proud of him. All the great things he did in life at such a young age is amazing. Now he is with God where God can use him for his great things in heaven! I wish I could be there for you all especially Mrs Secrest for the way she & Dr Secrest was there for our family during the loss of David. I will say my prayers for God to be with you through these very hard times.
Megan Hanrahan
cherie (unit clerk nicu) thieme
November 26, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with your family.
Wendy and Michael Perry
November 26, 2012
Our Deepest Sympathy to all of Tylers Family.
kellie eizensmits
November 26, 2012
It's always difficult to lose one so young, keep all your good memories near! Prayers for your family.
Nora Fry
November 25, 2012
Marie and family: I am so sorry to learn of the death of Tyler. I pray God gives you His peace and comfort in the days ahead.Dick and Nora Fry
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