Michael Robert Tyra

Pat and family, We where so sorry to here about Rob.The family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you all in the days ahead.

Please accept my deepest sympathies. While I knew Rob only a short time his energy, warmth and brightness left an impression on me that will last for years. I know he will be deeply missed.

I can't believe it is goodbye. It was only yesterday I saw you here in Sarasota. Funny how we both ended up here so very far from our beginnings. I remember the days we would run the halls of high school and wreck havoc. Your light, your spirit is beautiful. I am lucky to have shared in your life.

I read a poem at Rob's funeral, called "All is Well" by Henry Scott Cannon (1847-1918). The poem starts "Death is nothing at all, I have only slipped into the next room. I am I, and you are you.

Rob was, at the end of his life, genuine, in a beautiful location, good place with his friends. He was at a joyous occasion. He was smiling and laughing. Death came suddenly and unexpectedly -- and he was the center of attention. He would have loved the fuss -- but regretted the sorrow to his...

I loved Rob so very much. But little did I know HOW MUCH he truly meant to me. My life has been forever changed because I knew him. I'll never forget him...never.

No amount of time in the world would be enough for all of his greatness. One of the most respectful and thoughtful individuals I have been blessed by.
Prayers for his family and friends-and to Rob-
I miss you terribly and life will never be the same without you. I'm so thankful for our time together. You will always be my angel. I am with you.
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Though my time with Rob was limited I immediately recognized what a wonderful man he was. I feel as though I've been robbed of a wonderful opportunity to have had a very dear friend.

I was one of the lucky individuals to have been blessed with Rob's friendship. His ability to give to others in need, along with his undeniable talent and sense of humor were characteristics that others only hope to have. He will be dearly missed.

Robert,Doris and Courtney,
Pat and Ron, the memorial service was very fitting for Robbie. We can always be consoled that he had a lot of good friends with him at the end. So many other people seen in him what we always knew.
With lots of love and prayers, Rita