Kyler Matthew Gatica

Obituary of Kyler Matthew Gatica
Kyler Matthew Gatica, beloved son and friend, age 16, went to be with
his heavenly father on October 12, 2024. Kyler was a vibrant, playful
soul who touched many lives during his short time here on earth-passing
much too soon, leaving a void in the hearts of all who knew him.
Kyler was preceded in death by his grandfather, Roger Dale Dorris, and
his great-grandparents, Roger and Gloria Dorris, Selma Thompson.
He is survived by his mother and father, Matt And Stephanie Gatica; his grandparents,
Sheryl Sawyer, Cindy And Tony Gatica; his aunts and uncles, Aaron (Amy) Dorris, Anthony Gatica, Adam (Ashlea) Gatica, and Gabby (Todd) Courtney; his cousins Trevor
Dorris and Devin Wells; and his long time best friends Jackson Sanders
and Isabella Jock.
Kyler was a dedicated Mount Juliet High School student, actively
participating in the boys' volleyball team. His passion for sports,
particularly his unwavering support for the Golden State Warriors
Basketball Team and his love for playing volleyball, defined much of his
life. A true sneaker aficionado, Kyler's collection of basketball shoes
was a testament to his passion for the game and his sense of style. In
addition to his sporting pursuits, Kyler cherished spending time with
his best friend, Jackson. Kyler had many interests, including a love for
the beach, the excitement of amusement parks, and the thrill of
exploring haunted houses. His friends and family also knew he was a huge
fan of scary movies.
Kyler's vibrant spirit and boundless energy left an indelible mark on
all those around him, and his absence will be profoundly felt. He will
be dearly missed, but his memory will live on in the hearts of those he
touched, and shine on as he looks down on not only his friends, and
family, but also the beloved members of the volleyball team, whom he
adored.
Services for Kyler will be held at Sellars Funeral Home at Mount Juliet
on Monday, October 21, at noon in the chapel. The family will receive
friends on Sunday, October 20, with public visitation from 12 pm until 6
pm. The family asks that you wear your favorite sports apparel, basketball or tennis shoes, to visitation and funeral service.
Pallbearers for Kyler's service on Monday will be as follows: Austin
Childress, Blake Childress, Trevor Dorris, Devin Wells, Dustin
Cunningham, and Isabella Jock, Jackson Sanders and the Mount Juliet High
School Volleyball team will serve as honorary pallbearers.
The family asks that donations be made to the Mount Juliet Highschool
Volleyball Team or be made to the family.