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Tyler Parkinson Obituary

Tyler Shane "TyTy" Parkinson, 31, of Topeka, passed away on October 20, 2020.

He was born in Heber City, Utah on November 1, 1988 the son of Shane David and Christi Jo (Leger) Parkinson.

Ty is survived by his parents, Shane and Christi Parkinson, a sister Shelby (Travis) Tarun of Las Vegas, Nevada, a brother Zachary Parkinson (Kayla Starling) of Gardner, Kansas, nephew Jameson Tarun, niece Alarah Fae Parkinson, and nephew Ronan Starling-Anderson. He is also survived by his grandparents; Brent and Kathy Parkinson, Evelyn and Russ Johnson, and Thomas and Sheila Leger as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Ty will lie in state at the Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home on Saturday, October 31, 2020 from 2:00 until 6:00 p.m. where his family will receive friends. A Celebration of Life service will be held on his birthday, November 1, 2020. Cremation will follow his visitation.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his memory by going to gofundme.com to Rest Easy Ty. Tyler Parkinson.

Online condolences and fond memories may be left at www.brennanmathenafh.com. Tyler Shane Parkinson
Published by Topeka Capital-Journal from Oct. 28 to Oct. 29, 2020.

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Sharlene Brazell

January 26, 2024

Hi Johnny. It's been just a little over 3 yrs. And I'm pretty sure I've thought about you everyday. My family is so grateful you were apart of our lives. A big part. We love and miss you everyday...

Evelyn Johnson

November 22, 2021

I miss you everyday my sweet Grandson. You left this earth too early, we needed more time with you and your loving caring ways. You took good care of me when I was sick and you helped grandpa so much. I can't get your body back, to hug and hold. I have very clear memories of you though and they will never go away. Take care my sweet man until we meet again. Grammie xooooo

Kevin Swiercinsky

December 18, 2020

My wife and I send our deepest sympathies to Tyler's family and friends. I just found out about his passing this week. I had worked with Tyler at Terminix before accepting a new job this fall. He was a hard worker and he was a great problem solver. Tyler will be greatly missed. We are very sorry for your loss.

Leah Dixon

October 28, 2020

My deepest and most heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved Tyler. The world will forever be a little darker since he left it. I cannot express to you how sorry I am for your loss. Tyler was the best kind of person and my most trusted and beloved friend. I trust in the belief that he is watching over us all now. Rest in love, Tyler.

Cousin throwback - Ty is in the middle.

Leslie Ropelato

October 28, 2020

Shelby Tarun

October 28, 2020

Hi Bub, I miss you a lot today. I was picking songs for you this morning and I broke down, Travis held me close and right when I needed him most, Jameson busted in the room and said “Mama”. Thank you for that. Thank you for sending me little signs that you are okay. Please watch over Jameson. I promise each and every one of my children will know what an amazing Uncle Tyler they have. I know that this is what God wanted, but I just can’t shake the feeling that you are going to come back. Maybe it’s because you never really left us. I love you Bub. I am so proud to be your sister. I love you so much. Until we meet again.

Thomas Leger Jr

October 27, 2020

I love you bro. I can't describe the pain this has brought us. I will get thru this and I will help your parents to the best of my abilities. I know you are at home with God. I also know we will join you some day soon. I will see you on the other side, and I won't be late!

Jason Mullen

October 27, 2020

I didn't know Tyler very well. In fact I only talked to him 2 times. He was at my grandparents house doing an inspection. I remember him as a very caring and patient guy that took the time to help my grandparents understand things that he found during the inspection. My he rest in peace. Condolences to his family!

Kelly & Christina knadle

October 26, 2020

Our hearts are broken with the news of Tyler's sudden and tragic death. There's really no words to describe the sorrow we feel for his loss and the pain in the hearts of all those that loved Tyler. My earliest memory of Tyler was when he was just a little squirt jumping off the concrete steps at his grandparents house in West Jordan, shouting just before jumping onto the grass, 'cowabunga dude!' It was hilarious :) The last time I spoke to Tyler in person was in SLC, so handsome and tall with a wonderful smile and loving sweet heart, always wanting to help out. Recently I got the chance to facetime him just prior to his death in Kansas, so handsome and strong. Tyler, you'll always be in our hearts, you dear man. We're so sorry you're gone. My hope is that we can find a quiet peace in and minds and offer support for each other during this terrible time we're enduring. We love you Shane, Chris, Shelby, Zach, Evelyn, Russ and his family and friends in Kansas, California, Nevada and in Utah. Kelly & Christina - New Zealand :)

Dad and son

Lindsay Alfrey

October 26, 2020

fun loving kiddos

Lindsay Alfrey

October 26, 2020

Always messin around

Lindsay Alfrey

October 26, 2020

Kayla Starling

October 25, 2020

Hey buddy, thank you for always treating me and loving me and Ro Ro like family from the beginning. You we’re such a sweet soul and I’m so sad we don’t get to make more memories together. Watch over us please, we are going to be missing you every day. We will make sure Alarah and Ro never forget you. ❤

sheila leger

October 25, 2020

We are so gonna miss our first born grandson, you were so loved by everybody. This is how I will always remember you, such a good boy, you were so mature, even when you were so little. Our world will never be the same with you not here. Love you always and forever! Gma, and Gpa Leger

My Twin best friend

Christi PARKINSON

October 24, 2020

Friends and familt

Christi PARKINSON

October 24, 2020

Chillen

Christi PARKINSON

October 24, 2020

Hang In with my bro

Christi PARKINSON

October 24, 2020

Swim day

Christi PARKINSON

October 24, 2020

Being silly sexy

Christi PARKINSON

October 24, 2020

Laura Summerill

October 23, 2020

Love you all- Shelby and Zach, give him some squeezes from us in Utah. Thinking of you and love you cousins.

Cute boy

October 23, 2020

Sexy man

October 23, 2020

Christi Parkinson

October 23, 2020

This is the way Tyler was all the time,he was a funny funny kid...All of my kids are crack ups,Of course you had to be growing up in our household,His dad was always a comedian...

Christi PARKINSON

October 23, 2020

Hey bud,well here we are,i wished I wasn't doing this atm,I wished we was at home eating dinner together,son you meant so much to so many people,and every one who knew you loved you,you were to good for this world and God knew that,I can't wait to see you again my boy,love your momma

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