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Tyler Cordrey Obituary
EDEN — The life of Tyler James Cordrey of Eden will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Friday at Christ United Methodist Church, 211 Phillip Morris Drive in Salisbury. Tyler was lost overboard in the Chesapeake Bay on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011. He was born May 4, 1986 and was the son of Keith and Kathy Cordrey.
He was a 2004 graduate of James M. Bennett High School and graduated from the University of Maryland in 2009.
He was employed at Mars Labs as a computer programmer, where he found many good friends. He was known throughout the office for his habit of bringing his best four-legged pal, Roscoe, to work with him each day. Roscoe was with him and was also lost in the accident. From a very early age Tyler enjoyed the sport of wrestling and traveled many miles to participate in many tournaments. His favorite pastimes included wakeboarding and sharing that skill with others. He later picked up kiteboarding and met many close friends with whom he shared his love of the sport. This led to his next passion, sailing, which he shared with the love of his life, Taylor Rogers, and his younger brother, Nathan.
Tyler was known to always have a big smile on his face and to love all those who came his way, and would offer his help to anyone in need.
He was a member of Allen United Methodist Church and participated in the MYF.
His survivors include, in addition to his parents, his brother, Nathan; his loving girlfriend, Taylor Rogers; his paternal grandmother, Ina Cordrey; his aunt, Diane Lane and her family; and his uncle and aunt, Jack and Carol Cordrey and their family.
He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Everett Harrington; and paternal grandfather, John Cordrey.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donation may be made to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, 6 Herndon Ave, Annapolis, Md. 21403.
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John Williams Jr
January 25, 2012
I am truly saddened to hear about Tyler. Tyler was a wonderful young man and I enjoyed talking to Tyler when he was attending JMB. He was a dedicated student, excellent wrestler and an outstanding, respectful and very polite young man. God bless your soul Tyler. I will miss you.
Denise Burns
January 17, 2012
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Sara Savage
January 16, 2012
No matter how unfair this tradegy is and was, Tyler will always live on. Tyler was able to touch so many people; its practically impossible to count how many. Though he passed away pretty young, he has done so many countless things in his life time. He shall always be in our hearts, as well as mine. My prayers and love go out to Uncle Keith, Aunt Kathy, Taylor, and the rest of the family. I will always cherish the memories I had with him. I'll also spread the love and positivity around, as he had did the same.
Jeff Bramble
January 16, 2012
Find solace in the knowledge that Tyler is at peace and Heaven has a bright shining star and guiding light for everyone he loved. I never had the privilege of meeting Tyler but if I know nothing else, I know that his friends and family loved him, and that is something that his transition from his mortal body to his heavenly presence will never change. He died doing what he loved in a place that he loved with someone he loved. Few of us will get the chance at that. May he rest in peace and watch over his loved ones for eternity. May God grant you peace and allow you no despair.
Tyler in Bethany, proud of his family
Ryan Savage
January 16, 2012
Aunt Kathy, Unle Keith, Nathan, and Taylor. I can't belive that Tyler will no longer be with us. It dosen't seem fair, Tyler had just begun scratching the surface with his potential, talent, and skill. Saying that he had just begun sratching the surfce, and looking back at all he has done, lives he has touched, and everyone's life he has changed for the better, and learning just how many people that have put Tyler up on a pedastal makes me so proud. We all know that Tyler will never be fogotten, but at the same time I am going to be honored living out his memories. I love you all very much.
Tyler in DC Feb 1, 2009
Lon
January 5, 2012
Tyler helping with a beach cleanup.
Todd Blakitis
December 31, 2011
So extremely sorry for the loss to Tyler's family, Taylor and everyone he touched. I will never forget how positive Tyler was with every situation and how he always greeted me with a genuine smile and a good vibe. Tyler will be sincerely missed.
Michael Stromberg
December 30, 2011
I consider it a privilege and an honor to have known Tyler through Theta Chi. Tyler's seemingly endless passion for life was an inspiration to all who were fortunate enough to know him and it is something I will never forget. His genuine personality, happy-go-lucky attitude, and inquisitive nature had the ability to make you smile no matter the situation. My deepest sympathies to Taylor and the Cordrey family.
December 24, 2011
Kathy, Keith, Nathan, and Taylor,
May the love that you feel around you help to ease the ache in your hearts. I pray that memories comfort you and wash you with peace. God bless you!
LindaCarol Nail
December 23, 2011
Keith and Cathy, I am so sorry to hear about the tragic accident. I pray that you will feel the peace that truly passing all understanding that only God can provide. May you celebrate the years you had together and the memories that will be there to carry you through the toughest of days to come. Linda Sockwell Nail
Marea Dyson
December 23, 2011
Keith ,Kathy, Nathan and Taylor,
We are so sorry for your loss. As time passes, you will find beautiful ways to keep Tyler alive in your life and in your hearts. Love is forever and has no boundaries. Although you don't have his physical presence, you will forever have his love, and he will forever have yours.
Donna Snow Massie
December 22, 2011
Kathy, Keith, and Nathan,
It has been a long time since I've seen any of you, but I want you to know that I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Tyler as a very sweet, energetic little boy, and I know he grew up to be a fine young man. Prayers are with you all.
December 22, 2011
Keith and Kathy
My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
I would attend the services but I just would not be able to handle it as I am not handling the loss of Nancy at all well.
Again I will pray for you both to have the strength to get thru this terrible tragedy.
George Allen Adkins
Margaret Brennalt
December 22, 2011
I am so sorry about Tyler and Roscoe,although I did not know them, my heart goes out to his Mother and Father and Family.May God bless you and help you get through this sad time.
Anne Gilstad Miller
December 22, 2011
Kathy and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the wonderful memories you have of Tyler help you get through this sad time. My love goes out to you and Diane.
Patti and Ed LeCompte
December 22, 2011
Kathy,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts ache for you. We know the pain of losing a child. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Teresa Engle
December 22, 2011
Kathy, I am just so sorry to hear of your loss, my heart literally sank with the news. I've been praying for you and your family as well as Taylor, all the families involved, I just cannot imagine the pain of losing a child. I pray that when you remember Tyler, that it will be the good memories and the time you had with him, not the tragedy. I will continue to pray for all of you, for strength for each day and peace in your hearts. God Bless you and your family.
December 22, 2011
Kathy,
I know that there are no words to comfort you right now but as you and your family go forward, I hope knowing that you are in the hearts and prayers of so many will help.
Donna Booth
Gloria Coverdale
December 22, 2011
Kathy we haven't had any contact since the good old days at MHS but just know I know where you are. I lost my precious daughter in October to cancer and she was only 28. Just know that you are not alone. You are loved. Gloria (Lightcap) Coverdale
Joan White
December 22, 2011
I'm so sorry for the loss of your son Tyler , may God Bless and comfort your family at this most difficult time. love and any support we can offer . prayers are with all of you . "Mike &Joan Carlson-White "
Stephen Snow
December 22, 2011
I was friends with Tyler from elementary school through college and I will never forget his positivity and passion. He will be deeply missed. I wish the best for the Cordrey family in their time of loss.
Bryan Thomas
December 22, 2011
I will miss Tyler and all the fun times Rob, Duane, Taylor and I had surfing with him. He was always such a fun person to be around when we paddled out together. He had to kindest spirit and was the most generous person I have ever met. I pray that peace may come to the Cordrey family and to Taylor as well in this tragic time. May God ease everyone's hearts.
Thomas Miller
December 21, 2011
To be simple is to only condescend into an abyss of lonliness,
Complexity is to only know the pain and hardship,
Where is the in between?
Simpleness and complexity exist in a manifold of love and hate,
Life is simple; just do,
Death is complex; just don't,
But if it were so simple why make it so complex...
Because life is too short, too long, and in some cases, to fragile...
It is with everything that life exists; and within happiness to rejoice his life.~Thomas E. Miller~
My prayers go out to you all! Greatest sympathy for your loss.
Margaret Kinney
December 21, 2011
Kathy -
It's been many years since we were in touch, but it doesn't mean that you weren't thought about often. I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son and extend my sincerest sympathy to you and your family.
December 21, 2011
Keith, Cathy, Nathan, Taylor, and Family,
There are no words to express how sorry we are for the loss of your precious child.
We are praying for some relief to your hearts at this very difficult time.
Much love to you all,
Keith, Mary Ann and Family
December 21, 2011
Kathy and Family, Although I did not know Tyler, I feel the sadness.
DEATH LEAVES A HEARTACHE NO ONE CAN HEAL. LOVE LEAVES A MEMORY NO ONE CAN STEAL. (Author unknown)
Betty Kratz, Eagleville, PA
Jennie Malcom
December 21, 2011
Keith, Cathy and Nathan, I am so very sorry for you all at this most difficult time. I am praying for a miracle and for peace and comfort for you . I remember Tyler well through the wrestling world. He had a smile that lit up a room. God Bless you.
Tasha Mason
December 21, 2011
They are not dead,
Who leave us this great heritage of remembering joy.
They still live in our hearts,
In the happiness we knew, in the dreams we shared.
They still breathe,
In the lingering fragrance,windblown, from their favourite flowers.
They still smile in the moonlight's silver,
And laugh in the sunlight's sparking gold.
They still speak in the echoes of the words we've heard them say again and again.
They still move,
In the rhythm of waving grasses, in the dance of the tossing branches.
They are not dead;
Their memory is warm in our hearts, comfort in our sorrow.
They are not apart from us, but part of us,
For love is eternal,
And those we love shall be with us throughout all eternity.
Though I did not know Tyler, I can only imagine the type of person he was with such a great mother.
Josh Diamond
December 21, 2011
Tyler was one of the nicest and most genuine people I've ever met and a great person to be around. I am glad I had the privilege of knowing him. My thoughts and prayers are with Taylor and the Cordrey family.
Donna Meyer
December 21, 2011
Keith, I am so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express the sympathy I feel for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jackie & Joe Gast
December 21, 2011
Our hearts are breaking with you. We keep praying for a miracle.
Brian Schaeffer
December 21, 2011
Tyler always had a smile and a friendly word. He will be missed by many. I am so sorry for your loss.
Tyler Cloherty
December 21, 2011
I went to school and was in the fraternity with Tyler. He had an infectious smile and consistent positive energy. He will be missed. My deepest sympathies to his family at this time.
Nina Link
December 21, 2011
Keith, Kathy, Nathan and extended family, I am so very sorry and sad about the loss of Tyler. He was a wonderful young man who embraced life and lived it to its fullest. He will be missed by many. Sincerely, Nina
December 21, 2011
I had Tyler in my after school program for a few years. I always remember his smiling face with the cutest grin. He was always pleasant to others and had a true since of kindness at an early age.
God Bless you and your family,
Penny Hirsch
ROBERTA THORNTON
December 21, 2011
I did not know this young man, but feel some comfort in the fact that he was with loved ones doing something he loved to do.
Denise Rothermel
December 21, 2011
sending prayers to your and your family
Betty Rigler
December 21, 2011
The more pain we are in, the more we suffer, the heavier the load, that is when the Lord is closest to us. Keeping all of you in our prayers. With deepest sympathy.
Tina Barnett
December 21, 2011
Keith and family,
I cannot imagine your pain and suffering. There is no loss greater that you can bare. While I did not know Tyler or have met Keith's family the Cordrey family is dear to my heart. Please know that I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Tina ( Morgan) and Rush Barnett (Ellicott City, MD)
Kirby Bryson
December 21, 2011
Kathy and family:
We are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort that Tyler's memories will be with you forever.
December 21, 2011
This is a heartbreaking time for your family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Keep his memory alive with you each day, that is what my family does with our neice.
bernhard
December 21, 2011
To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. (Clyde Campbell)
I am unspeakably sorry for your loss. Tyler was a ray of sunlight.
Craig Jarvis
December 21, 2011
Keith, Kathy and Nathan, I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to your family. Keith I know I have not seen you in years and years but I grew up with your family in Millsboro, DE. Again I am so sorry.
Mary Lynn Hastings
December 21, 2011
To the Family of Tyler Cordrey,I write this as a Mother not as a person who knows the family. May God lift you up during this time. As a Mother this breaks my heart to learn of the loss of such a loved and talented young man. I pray you will find peace in your memories of your son. God Bless you all..Mary Lynn Hastings
Deborah Randall
December 21, 2011
I worked in the business next door and cannot recall a time when Tyler wasn't smiling. We all loved watching him dash down the river front on his bicycle with Roscoe keeping pace. Or hearing him play frisbee behind the building at lunch. He is missed on C Street. So deeply sorry for your loss.
Deb Downing
December 21, 2011
Kathy, Keith and Nathan, my heart breaks for you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Deb Downing
Liz Dolan
December 21, 2011
There are not words to express my sympathy for your families during this time. I'm so sorry for your loss.
December 21, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cordrey family. There are not words to express our sympathy and sorrow at this time. Terry and Vanessa Megee
John Clauser
December 21, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Cordrey family, Taylor and the Rogers family.
September
December 21, 2011
Keith, Kathy, and Nathan - My heart goes out to you. I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. You have my deepest sympathy.
September
December 21, 2011
Keith, Kathy, and Nathan - My heart goes out to you. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Tracy Torres
December 21, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cordrey family and all of Tyler's relatives and friends. God bless. Tracy & Tony Torres
Tom and Tammy Wingate
December 21, 2011
Keith and Kathy,
We never had the privilege of meeting your children, but want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May God bless.
Elaine Dernoga
December 21, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Celebrate Tyler's life every day by remembering and cherishing the happy times and special moments you shared that will live in your hearts forever.
Hoping you find peace.
Kimberly Bishop
December 21, 2011
Keith, Kathy and Nathan. I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts love and prayers are with you.
Kim
December 21, 2011
Our deepest condolences to your family.
Massey family
December 21, 2011
We never met this youung man or his family however, we wish to extend our deepest sympathy to his parents and all those who loved him.
Fitzsimmons family
Joanne Evans-O'Neill
December 21, 2011
My prayers for your family. So sorry for your huge loss. I pray that the Lord comfort you and sustain you at this difficult time. Kathy, I know how proud you are of your boys. You never failed to ask me about my girls. You are a wonderful mother. May God comfort you. Love, Joanne Evans-O'Neill
Paul Peksa
December 21, 2011
Your memory will live with us forever.
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