Chaz Gerard Tyler Sr

"Always Pray"

Chaz Gerard Tyler Sr, a resident of New Orleans, LA, departed this world on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at age 38. Chaz was born May 30, 1986 to Laura Tyler Maneaux and Alfred Hayes. Chaz was raised in New Orleans, was a graduate of Marion Abramson High School class of 2004, and continued his education by attending Southern University at New Orleans. Chaz later enlisted into the Air Force in 2006 and served in the military for 10 years. As he continued to progress in the Air Force, he obtained the rank of Staff Sergeant while performing his duties and responsibilities for the Command & Control Battle Management Operations AFSC before he received a medical and honorable discharge. Chaz worked in numerous fields before and after his time in the military but through it all his love for teaching and mentoring children was undeniable. Chaz took pride in his ability to reach the youth and allow them to see a version of themselves that they didn’t know was possible. There was neither a place nor a person who encountered Chaz and wasn’t left with a lasting and unforgettable impression. Chaz was blessed with a gift to engage all people whether it was through kind words or sharing a laugh, he never hesitated in making a new friend.

Chaz is survived by wife Taeshia Tyler, his beloved son Chaz Jr., his sweetheart daughter Charlee Amor, his caring mother Laura Tyler Maneaux, father Alfred Hayes (Tracey), and a host of in-laws from the Sandifer family. He is also survived by: his siblings Major Chastity Tyler (US Army), State Rep District 22 Christian Manuel (Texas), Ciara Cimone and Cameron Hayes (Washington D.C); Aunt Mary Ann Franklin aka May May (Michael Richardson), Aunt and Godmother Lory Ann Fournette (Leonard Jr), Uncle Edward Franklin (D.C.), Edward Hayes (Charlene); niece Jayda Tweedy (D.C.); godson Kenneth III; cousins LaTae, LaNata, Leonard III (NFL) and Lanard Fournette, Dr. Natarica Griffin, DDS (Akei Sr, Akei Jr, and Natalee of New Jersey), Marbury Keys, Alisha Foust, Lauren Silva, Kori Scott, and Thais Hayes. He’s also survived by his beloved lifelong friends Daniel Foy III (Janelle), Warren Matthews, Kyndall Dykes Sr, SirMaster Martin Sr., SFC Josell Jackson, US Army (Brittany).

He is preceded in heaven by Michael Maneaux (stepfather), grandparents Lorraine and Gus Tyler, Gloria Terry aka Bunch, great-grandmother Hattie Williams, great-aunt Marjorie Keys, great-uncles Charles and John Franklin, uncles Gerard and Russell Franklin, and cousin Donald Davis Jr.  For education, Chaz attended Holy Redeemer, McDonald 15, Archbishop Perry Middle, De LaSalle High, Marion Abramson High School, and Southern University of New Orleans. For employment, Chaz worked numerous jobs to include LSU Dental School, US Post Office, Folgers Coffee, Domino Sugar Refinery, Mint Dental Clinic, as a Dept of the Army Civilian, NORD, Waffle House as an Operations Manager, and Nola Elite Volleyball as an assistant Coach.

Of note, Chaz was an honorable Veteran who proudly served the United States and its allies. His decorations and medals are the Air Force Achievement Medal, Joint and Meritorious Unit Awards, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award and numerous Good Conduct Medals. Whether on earth or amongst the heavens, Chaz is a true angel.

Special Thanks to LSUHSC Urology Dept, LMIU Line Dancing, Office of the Texas State Representative District 22, Dennis Funeral Home, The US Army, The US Air Force, District of Columbia Government Employees, Musician Veronica Downs-Dorsey, and Father Tony Rigoli. 

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, June 15th 2024 at St Peter Claver Catholic Church: 1923 St Philip St, New Orleans, LA 70116 at 10.00 am. Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Park and Mausoleum, 8200 Airline Dr, Metairie, LA 70116. Visitation will begin at 8:30 am-9:45 am at the above named church. Repass: Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club; 732 N Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119 from 1:00 pm-5:00pm