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Derek Wilson "Big D" Tyler

Derek Wilson "Big D" Tyler obituary

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Derek Tyler Obituary

“Big D� was born in Longmont, CO and passed away unexpectedly at his home in Colorado Springs, CO. He graduated from Cheyenne Central High School in 1982. He is survived by his father, Harold (Tim) Tyler, step-mother Vickie Tyler, his pride and joy, son, Derek Tyler II and the love of his life wife, Yvonne and step-children, Natasha, Jonai, Miguel, Lucas and Joseph. He is preceded in death by his mother Elizabeth Tyler. Derek was always surrounded by numerous friends and was loved by all. He was very proud of the sports that he played and loved namely baseball and football. He loved to tell anyone that would lend an ear about the four years he spent in Europe, and traveled to Spain, Italy, Belgium, Switzerland, France and Germany. To have known “Big D� was to have known a friend for life……. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 8, 2009 from 4:00 PM-7:30 PM with a Funeral Service at 5:30 PM at The Springs Funeral Services, 3115 E. Platte Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado.

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Published by The Gazette on Dec. 8, 2009.

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Vince Trujillo

December 11, 2009

To all that new Derek we will all miss him, It was a shock to here of his passing he was a good friend and Brother, may he rest in peace.

December 10, 2009

To a good Friend ,You will be sadly missed .
Your Bro ,

James Fernandez

December 8, 2009

To the Tyler family & Derek Jr.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.I was shocked to hear about my Nephew.He has always been in my heart and thought of often, I will miss him terribly. It's been a while since I've seen him, but I've always loved him since he was a baby,my heart goes out to the family and his son, which I would like to get to know better. My prayers are with you at this difficult time. Remember the happy memories,for thats all we have.
All my Love Derek's Aunt Theresa Sorry we couldn't make it up there.

Becky Rios

December 8, 2009

It is with great sadness that we have lost our brother Derek "Big D." You will always be in our thoughts and prayers, and will be sadly missed by all your brothers and sisters. We are all grateful for the short time we had together and to get to know you. May God Bless you and little "D." May you rest in peace in eternal heaven.

Becky Rios

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