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Tyler McCormick Obituary
August 21, 1994 - July 1, 2012
SALEM - Tyler McCormick passed away on Sunday morning at the age of 17 after a courageous 5yr battle with cancer. He was born August 21, 1994 in Vallejo, California to Joe and Dora (Frank) McCormick.
Tyler was born in California but moved to Salem at the age of 6months to grow up with his many cousins, aunts, uncles and grandparents. He attended Sprague High School and would have graduated this year in June.
In Tyler's short life he touched many lives with his kind and loving heart, his beautiful smile, big blue eyes and his fun loving attitude toward life. Over the last five years he became an "Inspiration" to others through his fight with cancer. In spite of his long and painful battle he showed dignity, courage, strength, endurance, grace and determination beyond belief. Tyler's greatest passions were music, art, technology and he was an avid reader. During his life he played the Piano, Clarinet, Sax and his favorite the Guitar. He also found great comfort in drawing and painting, which produced many wonderful pieces of artwork. Tyler was a seeker of knowledge and technology and wise beyond his years, about so many different subjects. His little brother Jacob described him as "pure talent and the smartest person I know." We wish so badly we could of seen where all of this knowledge and passion would have taken him had his life not been cut short. Tyler's life was a gift to everyone who knew him and his passing has left a huge hole in our hearts forever. Tyler will always be loved and missed by so many so deeply.
"You Are My Sunshine My Only Sunshine"
Tyler is survived by his father Joe, his mother Dora and his brother Jacob, his grandma Patty King, dozens of cousins, numerous aunts & uncles and his three loveable pets, dog Sunny, cat Rocky and bird Cheech.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 10am, Saturday July 14th at Salem Alliance Church , 555 Gaines St NE, Salem, OR 97301. Private interment will be at Restlawn Memory Gardens. Arrangements are by City View Funeral Home
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Memories and Condolences
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Dick & Gini Langenmayr
July 18, 2012
Joe and Dora, Dick and I were very sad to hear about Tyler. Such a courageous young man. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
David and Janey Yarbrough
July 12, 2012
What a blessing to have had such a wonderful son and brother. Even though his life was short, he enriched the lives of those around him. We are so sorry for your loss.
Nick, Kimberly and Nicholas Hansen
July 12, 2012
Dear MCCORMICK family,
We were so sad to hear about your son's passing and we are praying for your family during this difficult time and the years to come. We so hope and pray that they find a cure for cancer. May God bless you and your family.
Ginger Whetham
July 10, 2012
Joe,Dora,&Jacob I was so sadden to learn of Tyler's passing. He was such a special young man. What a huge loss for your family. You are in my thoughts.
JUDY LIVINGSTON
July 9, 2012
JOE AND FAMILY, SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT TYLE. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL. YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. JUDY AND CURT LIVINGSTON
WOODBURN, OR
Darla Cook
July 8, 2012
We are so sad to hear about Tyler's passing and our sympathy goes to your family. I'm so glad we were able to visit with you recently, Dora. I remember the hugs I would get from your two handsome boys when you were our neighbors. Our love and thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Darla and DeLynn Cook
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