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JONES Tyler David Jones, age 16, of Sandy Hook, passed away, Friday, September 18, at home. Tyler was born October 5, 1992, in Danbury, son of Duane and Linda (Pintar) Jones. A life-time Sandy Hook resident, he attended a school for autism, Connecticut Center for Child Development in Milford. Tyler loved spending time with his family and special needs teachers. His favorite activities including beading, walking, hiking, horseback riding, swimming, rollerblading and riding a scooter. He volunteered at the Newtown Youth Academy, did work for ProxTalker, the picture communication system, in Thomaston and started T. J. Designs jewelry. Tyler always had a smile on his face and was a healthy, energetic teen-ager. He adored his twin brother, Austin and older sister, Lindsey. His grandparents David and Myrna Jones, reside in Saugerties, NY and his Grandmother Juanita Pintar lives in Carthage, IL and his Grandfather, George Pintar, lives in Albuquerque, NM. Tyler is also survived by his Aunts and Uncles: Debbie and Terry O'Neil of Mo., Marilyn and Don Achelpol of IL, George and Maura Pintar of IL, Daryl and Denise Jones of Md, Bruce and Dale, of Fla, and Jeff and Sarah Jones, of Vt and 10 cousins. Friends may visit with the family on Wednesday, September 23, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Honan Funeral Home, 58 Main Street, Newtown. Funeral services will take place at the Newtown United Methodist Church, 92 Church Hill Road, Sandy Hook on Thursday, September 24, at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at the Newtown Village Cemetery, (Elm Drive behind Ram's Pasture, Newtown). Tyler's parents wish that in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts be given to support the neurological autism research of Dr. Margret Bauman. Donations can be made to: Friends of LADDERS, Inc., c/o LADDERS, Dr. Margret Bauman, 1 Maguire Road, Lexington, MA 02421-3114 or to Tyler's school for autism: Connecticut Center for Child Development Inc., 925 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford, CT 06460.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Sep. 21, 2009.

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Shelley Schmiedel

September 25, 2009

Dear Linda,Duane,Lindsey and Austin,

Words can not express the sadness we felt for you all when we heard of Tylers death.
We will pray for you and hope that your beautiful memories of Tyler will help your hearts to heal.

Love,
The Schmiedels

Melissa Werchovsky

September 25, 2009

I met Tyler through one of his teachers and got to know him. His smile was always present, a loveable child, to be missed sadly. My thoughts and prayers to you all.

Jill Castellani

September 24, 2009

I was so blessed to work with and know Tyler. My prayers are with you all during this time.

Allison Orsi

September 23, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, and I hope that you find peace through all of the grief and sadness. I worked with Tyler so long ago, it seems, but I still remember him fondly, and I am saddened to hear of his passing.

Megan McCarron

September 23, 2009

To the Jones Family,
I am so sad and sorry to hear the new about Tyler. I keep picturing him jumping on the trampoline in the Gym and walking down the hallway with such a bright smile on his face. I know you all have many wonderful memories of him and I hope that they will come to bring you some comfort in this time of shock and grief. He will be missed and remembered with love. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Megan McCarron (CCCD)

Karen Jones

September 23, 2009

Dear Duane, Linda, Linsdey, and Austin,
We were deeply sorry to hear about Tyler's passing. Jerry and I are thinking of you with great sympathy during this difficult time.
love,

Melissa Hunsinger

September 23, 2009

To the Jones family,
You are in my thought and prayers. I feel blessed to have fond memories of Tyler over the past year and I will always treasure the memories I have. I wish you strength and love as you get through this difficult time.

Janaya Jones

September 23, 2009

to the Jones Family , I was one of the lucky teachers that got the chance to spend some time with Tyler.He always kept a happy face, and brought one upon the teacher he was with. He will be truly miss,
A smile like his will never be forgotten.
Always in my memories

Julio Ruiz

September 23, 2009

To the Jones Family,
My family and I will keep all of you in our prayers.

I, much like everyone, am deeply saddened by all of this. He was a great student that made all of us proud. His accomplishments in his short life were extraordinary. Tyler was an angel sent to this earth and we are all lucky to have known him. We will never forget that smile that could light up a room and most definitely that could light up our hearts.

Emily Pellegrino

September 23, 2009

To the Jones family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,
Emily and Chuck Pellegrino

September 22, 2009

Dear Lindsey and Family,

Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Tyler. We are keeping you all in our prayers.
The McLemore Family, Ridgefield

September 22, 2009

Dear Linda, Duane, Lindsey, and Austin,

We were overcome by saddness for you when we heard of Tyler's death. We cannot begin to imagine the pain you are feeling at this time, but want you to know that you are all in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers.

With Love,

Paul and April Mirabito

Debra Widman O'Connor

September 22, 2009

Dear Linda, Duane, Lindsey and Austin,

I am thinking of Tyler each day and remembering all the wonderful times and all of his accomplishments. He is an inspiration to us all.

The Jones family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,
Debbie and family

September 22, 2009

Dear Linda, Duane, Lindsey, and Austin,

One breezy day a cardinal is nestled on the branch of the pine tree
The wave of a hand by a friend on the opposite side at a red light

We are touched in life by many things

Walking side-by-side on a snowy path plopping down making snow angels
Laughing freely at the inane reaction of a contestant on a favorite TV show

Remembrances that touch our hearts with joy

Persistence of a steady courage and goals accomplished with pride
The intricate beauty of beadwork of an artist whose conception is unique

Things we visually see that touch our soul with a comfort

One day unexpectedly a door is forcibly shut on one side
A lasting wound that tears will wash toward a healing

We are life so are we death that touches us from time to time

Family embracing all the essence and gentleness of one and each
There is the tribute, the honor, the rejoice, there is meaning

We are touched by Tyler and celebrate his life

Love, Cathy and Jesse

September 22, 2009

Austin & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
~Jessi Zeigler
(Austins Homework Club Advisor)

Jennifer Sokira

September 22, 2009

To the Jones Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Jen, Mike and Ryan Sokira

The Jones Family

September 22, 2009

Our thanks to everyone, for your continued love and support.

Bob McWilliam, M.D.

September 22, 2009

Dear Linda and Duane,

I am deeply saddened to hear of your profound loss of precious Tyler. I remember well his pleasant disposition, charming smile, and love of popcorn! May tender memories and the love and support from family and friends give you comfort and solace during your sorrowful bereavement.
With much love and deepest sympathy,

September 21, 2009

Dear Linda, Duane, Austin and Lindsey,

I was recently remembering my time with Tyler through the memory book you gave to me. I am so very glad to have been a part of his life and deeply saddened by his passing. I will keep all of you in my prayers.

With sympathy,
Lisa (Briggs) Dwyer

September 21, 2009

Dear Jones Family...
You are in my thoughts at this hard time in your lives. I have many found thoughts of Ty. May you start to feel some comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Lisbeth Greist
Former C4 CCCD staff member

Jodi Mazaleski

September 21, 2009

Dear Tyler and his Family,
My "little" Tyler is how I will always remember you. You were my second student in CT and from you I learned many wonderful things. I am blessed and forever changed for having known you. You touched all who knew you and you will be greatly missed.

My prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I know that your faith will carry you through this transition in your lives. Tyler will always be remembered with love.

Kara Jayne Satalino

September 21, 2009

Dear Linda, Duane, and Family,
I am so deeply saddened to hear of Tyler's passing. I have many happy memories of Tyler. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you in this hard time.
Kara Jayne Satalino
(Former CCCD Classroom 4 staff)

Christina L. Giant Steps

September 21, 2009

My heartfelt sympathy on the tragic loss of your son/ brother Tyler. He was a wonderful, sweet young man and he will be deeply missed. I feel so privileged to have known him. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

September 21, 2009

My deepest condolences. Tyler touched all of our lives in so many ways.
Michelle Thompson

September 21, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss of Tyler. He was a very sweet boy. Our prayers are with your family during this time.

Maureen, Jay, Michael Sean and Emily Maher

Kelli McBride Gardner

September 21, 2009

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Beverly McClellan

September 21, 2009

So sorry to hear about Tyler. Our prayers are with your family.

Beverly, Rob, Max, Matt and Ben McClellan

Debbie Del Vecchio

September 21, 2009

Dear Lindsey,

My deepest sympathy to you and your entire family on the loss of Tyler.

Debbie Del Vecchio
WCSU Dept. of Music Secretary

September 21, 2009

Keeping you all in our prayers,
The Greenwood Family

September 21, 2009

To the Jones Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I feel blessed that I had the chance to know Tyler.
Kristen Backus

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