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Tyler James O'Farrell
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Tyler O'Farrell Obituary
Tyler James O'Farrell January 26, 1980 - August 24, 2008 Left us suddenly in a tragic accident. Tyler will be dearly missed by mother Jenny Dagg, father Terry O'Farrell, step-parents Linda O'Farrell and Doug Hoyle and brothers Andrew, Patrick and sister Kelly. Tyler brought joy to the hearts of many and possessed a passion for all things. A lover of nature, friends and family, he left us too soon. A service for all those who loved Tyler will be held at 2:00PM today August 28th, 2008 at St. Matthius Church Hall, 600 Richmond Avenue, Victoria, BC.
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Andy Kluftinger
August 24, 2016
Thinking of your family on this difficult day. Hard to believe it is 8 years already. I know Tyler lives in your hearts forever no matter the time.
Jenny Dagg
November 25, 2008
It has been 3 long months since Tyler's death. I wish I could say it is getting easier, but I would be lying. Memories are all we have now and I appreciate everyone writing and sharing with us their memories of Tyler. He had so many fun years growing up on Mathison Place with all his friends and adventures.
It gives me a wee bit of solace knowing that Tyler died in the forest, amongst the trees that had called his name from a very early age.
Robin Tozer
November 24, 2008
Occasionally it takes a while for sad news like this to travel to distant friends, yet I am still very shocked.
Tyler was a great friend to me in my childhood and I carry many happy memories of him and all the fellow kids of Mathison Place. Great times like our lemonade & cedar budlet scent stands, fishing off the city park walkway bridge for white fish, endless hours of pools and the Okanagan lake, and playing army up and down Abbott Street through everyone's back yard still seem like just yesterday. All of these great times that I still cherish to this day.
I am comforted reading that 'Ty' had many people who thought so highly of him, of which does not surprise me at all. He was an incredible person, with a great energetic personality and full of true heart.
I send my deepest condolences to Jenny, Terry, Andrew, Patrick and Kelly. I am proud and honored to have had friendship with him, and he will be truly missed.
Melanie Crippin
November 24, 2008
Tyler I will always remember your friendly face in the hallways at KSS..you were one of the most genuinely kind people I've ever met.
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John
November 20, 2008
You were one of the friendliest person ive ever met in forestry. May the angels protect you, and heaven accepts you! the funny thing is that you are trully at a much better place than all of us right now!
Lara Cumberland
September 30, 2008
To Tyler's parents: I am so sad to hear about your terrible loss. Just wanted you to know my thoughts are with you in what I can only imagine must be the most difficult of times.
Taryn Stiff
September 19, 2008
Having just heard this deeply shocking news I must offer my sincere condolences. Tyler was a customer of mine and a friend of a friend. I only met him a handful of times but he is someone I could never forget. He was such a genuine,beautiful soul. May the Lord bless you and keep
you, The lord make his face and shine upon you, and be gracious unto you, the lord life up the light of his countinence,and give you Peace.
Daphne Richard
September 12, 2008
Dear Jenny, Terry and Families,
I have been so struggling with this because writing to you means I must acknowledge that this tragic accident actually happened - so inconceivable - impossible to understand. I am very, very sorry for your loss - for all of you. I know you will miss Tyler terribly but I also know that in time the sadness will be replaced by all the happy memories of the times you shared.
Thinking of you, Daphne
linda ofarrell
September 8, 2008
Tyler, you never ceased to impress or amaze me with your creativity, intelligence, compassion and kindness shown to others less fortunate than you. I was blessed to having been a part of your life for almost 14 years.
I and all of those that were fortunate to know you will miss you dearly.
Rest in Peace my dear Stepson..you will be in my thoughts and prayers everyday...Love Linda
Tiffany (Kulak) Koenig
September 8, 2008
I will always see your smile. Tyler was such an amazing guy who always had a way of making everyone around him feel important.
Cliff and Daphne Moore
September 7, 2008
Dear Tyler -- We knew you well and counted you as family. Thanks for the many wonderful memories you gave us as we watched you grow up. Rest in peace. Our deepest sympathy to your Mom and Dad,Linda,Doug,Andrew,Patrick and Kelly
Danielle Robbins
September 7, 2008
Tyler was one of the kindest and thoughtful individuals that I grew up with. His smiles and laughter always brought out the best in everyone. We were all so forunate to have shared his life with him. Best wishes to his family.
Nicola Farrer
September 6, 2008
I got given a gift by my roommate the other day. It said "Follow not where the path may lead, but instead go where there is no path and leave a trail." This made me think of Tyler because its truly the way he lived his life. Tyler loved the unknown, yet always made time for all of his friends. He was one of the kindest people I have had the pleasure of being friends with.
I will never forget all our great memories. Forever in my heart Ty.
Jay Hastings
September 6, 2008
Tyler was one of the most genuine and honest people I have ever met. Throughout my years of knowing Tyler I never saw him in a bad mood, and his sense of humour allowed Tyler to laugh much more than most. With great regret I say Goodbye.
Malindi Elmore
September 6, 2008
Tyler was absolutely a wonderful person - someone that you come across in life and never forget. He lit up the room with his smile, laugh and twinkle in his eyes. It has been years since I saw Tyler but it doesn't seem like it...I am so sorry that I won't have a chance to see him again. My deepest sympathies.
mike forman
September 5, 2008
Tyler will truley be missed. He was the most caring person I know. Nobody had anything bad to say about him and he never did about anyone. Its sad to see someone as nice as him go at such and early age
Sarah Monesmith
September 5, 2008
Tyler your smile and kindness will be miss.
Nicole Monasterio
September 5, 2008
I remember Tyler being a kind, friendly, and honest person. Although I spent little time with him, I considered him to be amazing! My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Carinna Trueman
September 5, 2008
I didn't know Tyler per say, but I was in high school with him, we gradded together and though I can't recall if we ever spoke, I do recall his smile. . his smile lit up the halls of KSS, and anytime I saw him , always surrounded by his friends, he was always smiling, I am so sorry for your tragic loss,, Tyler touched the lives of everyone that ever saw him, just by that smile alone..
David Moore
September 4, 2008
Some of my favourite childhood memories are with Tyler. Like trying to suvive Terry's tube rides on Lake Okanagan, playing road hockey on Mathison Pl., playing poker for nickels and dimes in the basement of 177, boxing on the trampoline, pretty much just being kids. I am priviledged to have shared my kid years with Tyler. Terry, Jenny, Andrew, Patrick and Kelly, my thoughts are with you guys.
Kirsten McCaig
September 3, 2008
Jenny and Terry,
My father sent Corwin, Jonathan, and I a note this morning about the terrible news of Tyler's passing. I remember babysitting Tyler and watching him grow up on Mathison Pl. He was a great kid - so much energy so much fun - and I am sure he grew into a great man. Words cannot express our sympathy - know that your family is in our families' thoughts and prayers.
Jo Holland
September 2, 2008
Oh Jenny and Doug, Terry and Linda, Andrew, Patrick and Kelly. What a sad, sad time for you all. We can only imagine your grief, and even that is unbearable. You are with us in our hearts, and in our prayers.
Geord and Jo Holland and family
Vanessa Watters
September 2, 2008
Tyler you were a spectacular individual, and I witness your love and light when I am around your family as they put one heavy foot in front of the other. The void you have left is vast, but the memories and your spirit could not be any closer. You are loved and will be deeply missed
Shannon and Paul Linden
September 1, 2008
Terry and Linda, Jenny and Family:
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. May love and Grace carry you.
Shannon and Paul and Family
Jenny Dagg
September 1, 2008
I miss him. I love him. I ache with every fiber of my being. And I will go on for him.
Bill and Lydia Turner
September 1, 2008
Tyler will always live in our hearts and our Prayers!!
Chris Moore
September 1, 2008
Although it has been a few years since I had the pleasure of spending any real time with Tyler, there were many years spent together growing up in the backyard of Mathison Pl. Down by the lake, in the tree fort, bouncing on the trampoline, or playing marco polo in our pool, it was always nice to have a neighbour who was around my age to hang out with. Tyler was always kind and full of energy. His smile and sense of humor was infectious. It was always great to catch up during christmases at Big White, in lift lines, or at Sam's. I am shocked and saddened by Tyler's passing, my deepest sympathy goes out to Terry, Jenny and the family.
Tyler and proud Dad summer 07
Terry O'Farrell
August 30, 2008
Tyler and his Dad
Summer 07
Erik Haensel
August 30, 2008
I am so sorry to hear the news. Andrew, Kelly, Pat, your brother was a wonderful person who I looked up to as someone who followed their dreams. I will always remember his adventurousness, his humour, and his great friendliness.
Jenny & Doug, Terry & Linda your son was an inspiration and a friend to so many people, I truly believe that all who knew him will never forget his smile, his charisma and his caring friendship.
He was one of the most genuine people I have ever met and I will miss him deeply.
I wish his spirit the best on his new journey, and all of you the strength to carry on with his memory and spirit in your lives.
Love to you all
sindi hawkins
August 29, 2008
Dear Jenny, Terry and family,
I am so sad to hear of your loss. I remember Tyler from when I first moved to Kelowna in 1991. I loved being around your kids, they were so much fun. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this very tough time. Love to all, Sindi Hawkins
Samantha Berdej
August 29, 2008
Tyler, it is apparent by the length of this guest book how many lives you have touched. Your smile was contagious, your friendship invaluable, and the memories you left will be forever with us.
Jenny & family, I am sending you my prayers and strength. You raised a beautiful son who will always be in our hearts. Until our next great adventure, Tyler, all my love.....
Cara Scott
August 28, 2008
Jenny and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. May the many kind words written about Tyler and the memories you have bring your family some comfort.
Much love,
Jim Ziemba
August 28, 2008
Tyler and I were classmates together for four years at UBC.
Whether it was cracking a joke that made the entire class laugh, answering a question that no one else could or going out of his way to make someone feel more comfortable, I personally witnessed his positive influence on a daily basis.
Tyler was truly an inspiration to those of us who were lucky enough to meet him. He will never be forgotten.
Nancy & Leo Berdej
August 28, 2008
We had the honour of meeting Tyler several times. His kind, gentle, happy nature made him an outstanding young man who made a lasting impression.
Our hearts are broken that he was taken so soon. We will all feel his loss.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends
Tonia Paolucci
August 28, 2008
I am eternally grateful that I was able to spend so much time with Tyler in these last 6 months. He truely was a beautiful person, and it was a joy to see the love between him and Alex grow more everyday. After our intimate conversations these lasts months I can truely say that Tyler has left us with his heart full of love and happiness.
Cousin Austin and Family White
August 28, 2008
.... honestly ... I am still at a loss of breath let alone words and really don't know how to respond to this sad news ... Tyler and I always took the time to hang at family functions to catch up with conversation chalk full of laughter and smiles ... and he was so awesome with my boys at Elaine's this past March at the family get together ... I can say for sure that the world has just lost a very, very, very cool individual ... Jenny and family and Terry and family ... our deepest sympathy to you all
.... you both raised an amazing young man ... he will be missed ..
Brian Crookes
August 28, 2008
Jenny and family, Terry and family.
I am deeply saddened by your loss. No words can ease the pain of such a tragedy. My thoughts are with all of you.
carey missler
August 28, 2008
Tyler, I remember you always being in a great mood, always a huge smile on your face, and so easy going, it was a pleasure to have worked with you at Cody's Tree Service, and those times we got to snowboard together.
Carey Missler
Kelly O'Farrell
August 27, 2008
I am heartbroken, shattered, and empty.
It brings a smile to my face to read all your wonderful thoughts about my brother.
Thank you all so much for your prayers.
Andrew Peacosh
August 27, 2008
Tyler was my roomate last year. He was one of the best men I have ever known. I am sorry for your loss.
Richard Hooper
August 27, 2008
Jenny, Doug, Terry and Linda, Andrew, Patrick and Kelly. Our hearts are aching at your loss. Tyler was an amazing soul and will live on in all that is wondrous and beautiful. Our thoughts will be with you tomorrow.
Love Richard and Heather Hooper
Ceejay
August 27, 2008
Though it has been many years since we'd seen each other, Tyler was always remembered. Such a fun loving, optimistic man... you will be missed but not forgotten and my sincere condolences to Tyler's family and friends.
Kerry Rouck
August 27, 2008
I had the privilege of working with Tyler for a few months at Gorman Bros., and was always impressed by his ability to do the right thing. He was an amazing personality, brilliant, witty and above all, humble. He and I shared some great fall days out in the woods, and I'm a better person for the time we spent discussing "everything from soup to nuts".
Strength and peace to the family - Tyler left you with plenty to be proud of.
Alex Forrester
August 27, 2008
I had the pleasure of meeting Tyler at school and crossing paths with him in 2006 on the Sunshine Coast, My prayers go out to Tyler's Family. You'll be missed buddy.
Joel Springer
August 27, 2008
I feel honored to have spent some time working with Tyler and am saddened by his loss. My prayers are with Tyler's family and friends.
Linda and Daryle Edstrom
August 27, 2008
Dear Terry, Linda, Jenny and family,
We are heartbroken to hear of the loss of your son Tyler. Our hearts and prayers go out to you all. Love Linda and Daryle Edstrom
Allen Mitchell
August 27, 2008
Tyler, yours was a life well-lived, short though it may have been, and you will be deeply missed, my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Rest in Peace, and know that we shall meet again someday.
Karyn and Jason Holinaty
August 27, 2008
Oh Jenny, we are so saddened for you all. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Emily Whiting
August 26, 2008
Tyler was a fantastic guy. He was genuinely kind to everyone he knew.
bill sinclair
August 26, 2008
I'll remember Tyler as a happy, caring, brilliant, interesting, adventurous young man. I feel privileged that our paths crossed.
What a good guy.
Mike Newsome
August 26, 2008
Tyler was a hell of a guy and will be missed dearly. He had that larger than life attitude. Our thoughts and prayers go out from my family to yours.
Taylor Nettles
August 26, 2008
Tyler was truly a wonderful person with a contagious smile. He will be sorely missed by all that crossed his path. My deepest condolences go out to his family.
Jesse Montgomery
August 26, 2008
Tyler was a great person to know. His compassion and work ethic made the forestry building at UBC a happy and inspiring place. My thoughts are with his family and loved ones.
Lane & Ron Shupe
August 26, 2008
Linda and Terry, please accept our sincere and profound symphathy. Our hearts just ache at your loss of your son. You are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers.
Lane & Ron Shupe
Wallis Johnson
August 26, 2008
Tyler always had a smile on his face and could brighten even the saddest of days. What an amazing individual. He made this world a better place. I think there was much to be learned from such a good spirit, the world truly does not have enough Tylers in it.
Candace Parsons
August 26, 2008
I had the pleasure of getting to know Tyler during his academic career with us in the UBC Faculty of Forestry. We were all so shocked and saddened to hear of his passing. He was such a bright student, so full of promise, with a fantastic future ahead of him. He was so well-respected and well-liked by Faculty, staff and fellow students alike here at UBC. His photo is proudly hanging in the atrium of the Forest Sciences Centre along with all his fellow Class of 2008 Forestry graduates. Our deepest sympathies go out to his family and many friends at this difficult time.
Dennis O'Farrell
August 26, 2008
It is hard to accept the loss of a kind, exuberant and loving young man and nephew - but accept we must. Though his was a short story, it was a story well-told and he has left behind a positive and friendly resonance that we can all welcome into our hearts.
philippa putlitz
August 26, 2008
My love and thoughts are with all of you, family, friends, and loved ones.
Tom Hughes
August 26, 2008
Our Dear Jenny,
Our hearts are with you, your family, and friends. We will miss Tyler, but draw comfort in knowing he lived life to it's fullest.
We love you,
Tom, Leslie, and Allison
Christey (Suchocki) Hughes
August 26, 2008
It is so sad to hear the news of Tyler's passing. I have wonderful memories of going to our highschool graduation together. He was a kind, sincere human being who will live in our hearts forever.
August 26, 2008
tyler was such a beautiful young man who touched the lives of many, he will be deeply missed.
Cluny Coghlan
Sandra Powers- Squires
August 26, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your life was short but you touched many so deeply. Love, Sandra
Susan Koop
August 26, 2008
There are just no words. You are in my thoughts and in my heart.
Susan
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