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Kyle Tann Obituary

TANN Kyle Edwin Tann, 59, of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, passed away on May 30, 2011. Kyle was born on May 29, 1952 in Columbus, Ohio to Eddie and Evelyn Tann. He was preceded in death by his father Edwin. He is survived by his mother, Evelyn; his sister and brother-in-law, Patty and Jeff Hoffer; nieces, Carrie Domnick and family, and Melissa Koenig and family. Missing him will be many friends spread throughout the country and his dog, Casey. Kyle grew up in Columbus and attended the Ohio State University. He was a hospital corpsman in the U.S. Navy for several years stationed in Jacksonville, Florida. He held many jobs in his life, mostly as a project manager, and various positions in information technology. His favorite pastimes were playing the piano, listening to music, watching movies, reading books, cooking, and eating. He shared these interests with friends and family. He embraced life with humor, loyalty, integrity and a warm smile. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 2, 2011, at 10 a.m. in the chapel at Reynoldsburg United Methodist Church, 1636 Graham Road, Reynoldsburg, Ohio; the Reverend John Whitaker officiating. Interment will be at Glen Rest Memorial Estate.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jun. 21 to Jun. 23, 2011.

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Blake Horton

June 9, 2021

Tonight, the community choir I sing with in Flower Mound, Texas rehearsed The Battle Hymn of the Republic. As the piano notes were played, all. Could think of was how beautifully Kyle played those same notes more than 50 years ago for the WR choir.. He was a gifted musician who touched many lives

Sharon Cox

June 15, 2020

I think of you every day Kyle, I miss you so much! I pray you are in a better place in heaven and the pain is gone! We had such a great childhood together, knowing each other since we were 12 years old! Your family was wonderful and my family loved your family, our houses were only 3 houses a part from each other! I'll never forget the vacations I took to see you in South Florida and Key West, what great times those were! You were the brother (I never had), great friend and we had so much in common! I'll never forget your sick sense of humor and the same sense of humor your father had. I hope Gil is up in heaven with you, along with your Mom and Dad. I will always love you and will never forget you! You were such a kind & caring man, who was a great cook! Lots of Love,
Sharon Evans Cox

Joe Vancini

April 23, 2020

So sorry and heartbroken over the loss of Kyle some years ago. He will always be remembered as a kind and caring man with so many special things he offered the world. Kyle and I spend some time together with friends Joe & Mike, Jim and Newman, some that left this world before Kyle. One day I hope and pray we can see each other again and until then, rest in peace my dear friend. In later years, I trust he gave and received the love and kindness he shared through out his entire life.

Mike Harrell

July 4, 2019

I learned in 2012 of Kyles passing. A previous post described Kyle living life with dignity and I too echo the thought. I had the privileged to meet and learn to know him when I moved to Florida in 1984 and other than myself he was the only person Ive met in my 66 yrs. that would eat one food item from his plate at a time, as do I. I can hope the transition was a smooth passing and mine be as dignified as my friend Kyles.. Warm Regards, Mike

Juan Gomez-Pereyra

May 29, 2012

Happy Birthday Dear Kyle. Always remembered.
Juan

Diane Hale

August 18, 2011

Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to all who knew you!!! To know you was to love you Kyle!!! We will miss you so much!! I am SURE you are with GOD and are happy now, probably lifting weights in between cooking and playing the piano and being funny!!! :) Just so you know this is me.........I have only "one thing" to say...........Love and miss you Kyle, we'll see you later, Di & Rich

David Tanuvasa

August 4, 2011

My condolences to the family and friends of a Great Man. The world is different now and missing the rhythm it once had, at least for now..since Kyle left. His knowledge and wisdom will always be remembered because of it's impact on my life. He was a great man and a friend. I have always wondered why he hadn't returned my text or call, and now I do. It saddens me that I wasn't able to say good bye. So now, good bye Kyle my friend...I am missing you. Goodbye

Talofa, as our greetings begin

Ruth and Bob Brown

June 29, 2011

Dear Evelyn,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
May you have the comfort of family and friends,
and the peace that only God can give.

Juan Gomez-Pereyra

June 27, 2011

All together

Juan Gomez-Pereyra

June 27, 2011

K & J

Juan Gomez-Pereyra

June 27, 2011

If tears could build a stairway
And memories were a lane,
I would walk right up to heaven
To bring you home again.
No farewell words were spoken.
No time to say good-bye.
You were gone before I knew it,
And only God knows why.
My heart still aches in sadness
And secret tears still flow.
What it meant to lose you,
No one will ever know.
All those things that you have asked me,
should you pass before I do.
You left too soon, unprepared...
All those things, I couldn't do.

Connie Corbett Hamler

June 26, 2011

Knew Kyle from high school. We used to sit at the same lunch table and had lots of interesting and funny conversations. What a shock to read the obit in the Columbus Dispatch. Can't express enough sympathy to his family and loved ones.

June 25, 2011

you are a kind sensitive loving man, i so loved sharing special moments with you and sharon, in columbus, ft. lauderdale, key west and summerland key. sharon and i especially loved lei-ing you in ft. lauderdale. you truly are an angel, now in the heavens. love from anna fugina.

Gil, Casey and Ruffy Isidoro

June 24, 2011

My very best friend, loving and caring person. We will miss you and always treasure what we had.
God Bless and Be with you in your new journey of life.
Our eternal Love

Florida Kyle and Gil 2006

Gil, Casey and Ruffy Isidoro

June 24, 2011

I treasure every moment
you spent in life with me.
I hoped to have you longer,
but it is not meant to be.
You left this world so suddenly.
I think my heart went too.
I feel so lost and lonely,
and I cry from missing you.
I know you are in a better place.
I know you are happy there.
I know one day I will join you,
but the wait is hard to bear.
My heart feels like its breaking
as I try to carry on.
You were my life, my everything,but now sweetheart, you have gone.
I will count the years until the time
I join you there above.
Where then will be, eternally,
together again my best friend.

June 23, 2011

I'll always have such good memories of you,Kyle. You were exceptionally gifted in music as in being a wonderful person. You will be missed, greatly. love,Carol
Samuel

Naples ThanksGiving day 2008

Gil Isidoro

June 23, 2011

Gil, Ruffy and Casey Isidoro

June 23, 2011

I treasure every moment
you spent in life with me.
I hoped to have you longer,
but it is not meant to be.
You left this world so suddenly.
I think my heart went too.
I feel so lost and lonely,
and I cry from missing you.
I know you are in a better place.
I know you are happy there.
I know one day I will join you,
but the wait is hard to bear.
My heart feels like its breaking
as I try to carry on.
You were my life, my everything,but now sweetheart, you have gone.
I will count the years until the time
I join you there above.
Where then we will be, eternally,
together again my best friend.

God Bless you and your family now and forever.
Gil, Casey and Ruffy.

Sharon Cox

June 23, 2011

You were my Loyal Friend, Buddy & Brother,I never had.I Thank-You for a
"Wonderful Friendship" we shared for 47 years! I will always Love You! I pray you are not in pain anymore and at peace! I will never forget you Kyle Edwin Tann! God Bless You!

barbara doyle

June 22, 2011

In memory of a loving and talented person.

Kyle With Nieces Anna & Emma and Nephew Josh Koenig, April 2009

Patricia Hoffer

June 22, 2011

Kyle With Sister Patty, Father Eddie, and Friend Gil, Thanksgiving 2008

Patricia Hoffer

June 22, 2011

Kyle At Work

Patricia Hoffer

June 22, 2011

Kyle With His Mother Evelyn, Mother's Day 2005

Patricia Hoffer

June 22, 2011

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