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Tyler Cooney Obituary


Tyler R. Cooney, age 29, of Edinboro, died Sunday, February 2, 2014. He was the son of Timothy E. Cooney of Girard and Karen Brink Oster of Edinboro, born in Erie on September 4, 1984.

Tyler grew up in Edinboro, graduated from General McLane High School, and received a Bachelor's Degree from Edinboro University. For the past ten years, he worked as a sales associate in the sporting goods industry, and was an expert gunsmith. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and archery. Tyler is remembered by his family as having a wonderful heart and being a man of faith. He was well-loved and will be missed by many.

Family members include his father, Timothy E. Cooney; his mother, Karen Oster (Dale); four brothers, Benjamin Stuller (Amanda) and their daughter Anya Lee, all of Venango, Jeremiah Davis of Chicago, Jared Cooney of Edinboro, and Seth Oster of Maryland; his grandparents, Doris Cooney, and Ted and Nancy Brink, all of Erie; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

A memorial service will be held at Van Matre Family Funeral Home, 306 Erie Street, Edinboro, on Friday, February 7th at 11:00 a.m. The Cooney family suggests memorials be given to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. Online condolences may be shared at www.vanmatrefuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Gazette on Feb. 5, 2014.

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March 29, 2014

I cannot believe that I am just now finding out.... im so sorry. You were amazing. You were so happy smiley... that cute blonde that made my work day so much brighter when you came to get your diet coke... </3 fly high tyler

Darin and Connie Cooney

February 15, 2014

Very sorry for your loss. Many prayers of comfort and healing are being said. Our deepest condolences.

Nathan Ceranski

February 15, 2014

To the entire Cooney family.
I am terribly sorry for you loss, Ty was a great friend to me I got to know him well from working with him at Gander Mountain, and I will never forget his big heart and infectious smile. I will miss you, Ty. Nate

February 13, 2014

I am praying for you and your family Karen. So sorry to hear about your son. Love your cousin, Lou Ann Wermlinger Simmons

Catherine Munro

February 12, 2014

Dear Tim,

I am so sorry for your loss. We were just informed...Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

February 11, 2014

Tim, our heart goes out to you and your family. No words can express our sorrow. Karen and Stefen Krieger

Brian & Kelly Marks

February 8, 2014

We are so sad to hear of Tyler's passing. He was such a great guy. It's been almost 10 years since we moved away from Erie but we will never forget him. Fly high, sweet boy, fly high!

Mike Dunsmore

February 7, 2014

To the Cooney Family:
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your amazing son and brother. Tyler was a kind soul who always brought a smile to the faces of those he knew. I worked with him at Gander almost ten years ago, yet we always shared a hug and update when I would visit the Erie store. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

February 7, 2014

I always enjoyed my chances to talk to Tyler, I truly believe he forgot more than I'll ever know about shooting; Jim, Grace and I will surly miss him.

WENDY HIMMEL SADLIER

February 7, 2014

TIM, I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. TAKE CARE AND GOD BLESS.

Leah Stazer

February 7, 2014

You will be greatly missed and never forgotten. Your kind heart and sweet manner have blessed our family. We are better having known you. We love you. Hope Grampy was there to greet you. Watch over us. Love, Your Cousin Leah & Family (Jason, Giana, & Lincoln)

Susan Packard

February 7, 2014

Tyler's fine carpentry skills and kindhearted nature are what come to mind immediately when I think of Tyler. My thoughts and prayers are with all family members and friends during this difficult time.

Eric Brink

February 7, 2014

Tyler, Ever since you were little you had that wonderful smile and exuberance about you. Your personality was second to none. You were just welcoming person who made people feel loved. I will always remember when you volunteered to help us move and how fun you were with our children. I could write more, but simply I will always love you and miss you, cousin...

Eric Brink

February 7, 2014

Tyler, Ever since you were little you had the biggest smile and exuberance about you. Your personality was second to none, just a joyous soul who made people feel loved. I will always remember when you volunteered to help us move and how much fun you were with our children. I could write much more, but simply I love you and will always miss you, cousin...

February 6, 2014

You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort and peace in all your precious memories.
Love, Ron and Charmaine

February 6, 2014

To my Honey Boy:
You have such a wonderful heart. There will be such a tremendous void in my life without you. I love so very much. Dad

February 6, 2014

RONALD C Coulson

Cross Family

February 6, 2014

We will miss Tyler. Gone too soon and missed forever.

Boomer Parkin

February 6, 2014

Tyler was on my pool team at Creekside for two years. What a great guy. Was so sad and shocked to see he passed. I'm not much of a believer but if there is a better place I'm sure he earned his way in. I will miss you. The world lost a good soul.

Mark Kline

February 6, 2014

I only worked with Tyler for a short period of time but he was a great guy. Sorry for your loss.

Julie Puchacz Farley

February 6, 2014

My deepest sympathies to Karen and Family: Tyler was a very special person. I used to babysit him and Ben and Seth when they were little, boy did they give me a run for my money!! I had ran into Tyler a few years ago and it was very nice to reconnect. He will always be remembered and missed dearly.

Joyce Berry

February 6, 2014

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Heather Shafer

February 6, 2014

I will miss you so much. You were such an awesome friend to me and my boys. Jonathan and Kenneth loved you like a big brother. I will miss you.

Randy Strickenberger

February 6, 2014

The world has lost a very, very special person. Tyler was such a helpful, sincere, and caring person. Once you met him you would never forget him. He is sadly missed by me because he always had the time to devote to caring for peoples needs. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family members at such a difficult time.Until we meet again, rest in peace my friend.

Kandyss

February 6, 2014

May your entire family find comfort in knowing that Heaven received another angel. The news of Tyler's passing is so, so sad. I pray that you all can find strength in the midst of a horrible tragedy. May the Lord bless you all and hold you tight as you remember Tyler.

Alice Puzarowski

February 6, 2014

To the Cooney Family:
I can not express how sorry I am to hear of your loss. I worked with Tyler years ago and he was a wonderful person to be around. He will be dearly missed. I hope your memories and time can heal your hearts. With sympathy.

Richard and Lesley Kesterholt

February 6, 2014

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

February 6, 2014

Karen and Family, Eric and I are so sad to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. With much love. Ray and Eric Miller-Maholtz

February 5, 2014

Our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this time, and our deep love. Your cousins: Dawna, Judy, Jim and Tom Mook

Amy Cunningham

February 5, 2014

Tyler, I only had the pleasure of meeting you once before you left this world. In that one conversation for close to an hour, you had me laughing to the point of tears. It did not take long to recognize that you are a beautiful and special soul. I hope you find peace resting with angels. I will be sending prayers to your family and friends.

Dorothy Brozell

February 5, 2014

Dear Karen & Dale, I am so sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathies to you all. Tyler was such a happy kid. Prayers to you and the family.
Dot Brozell

Joanna Ceramidas

February 5, 2014

In the last 4 months I have been working at gander mountain I have become part of my second family. I got to know some awesome people and one of those people was Ty. He always came upfront to buy a diet coke and everytime he walked in the door, he always had a huge smile on his face. I will miss sharing Greek dogs and fries in the break room. May his memory be eternal and may his family find peace during this difficult time. I shared some good laughs with him. All of my codolences to Ty's family and friends. Rest easy my friend.

February 5, 2014

KAREN BIll and I and James are touched by Tylers passing!
our sorrows are sent from Mexico1 Love to all of you from the folks at old highway 86

Len and Sheryl Kabasinski

February 5, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with Tyler's family and friends during this time of loss. We will remember Tyler for his strong character, his love and devotion to all of those his life touched, his laughter and wit. He has stepped into eternity and he's waving good bye for now. To all of those he's left behind, you have the hope of seeing him again one day. Until then, he is in the loving arms of his Savior and King. Gone but never forgotten

Jesse Kwiatkowski

February 5, 2014

Cooney family,
Y'all are in our thoughts and prayers. Ty and I had been good friends since 2006, he was always a bright spot in my life.

Robin Fry

February 5, 2014

"Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted." Matthew 5:4
No one on this earth can know the depth of your pain. The loss of such a wonderful young man is undefinable. I pray that God will comfort Tyler's entire family.

Jess Madara

February 5, 2014

So sad to hear about this...my thoughts and prayers are with your family. :(

Drs. Ken & Linda Felker

February 5, 2014

With our deepest sympathy to Tyler's family and friends. He was an excellent student and exceptional person.

Justin Ferguson

February 5, 2014

It was truly an honor and privilege to have known Tyler, our friendship surpassed our time working together and for that I am grateful. Tyler was the very definition of a caring and compassionate man, always a kind word and big smile. My thoughts and prayers go out to his friends and family in this difficult time. Rest in peace buddy, you are dearly missed.

February 5, 2014

To the Cooney family, Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Dan and Norma Morrissey

Grant Simmons

February 5, 2014

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Tyler was a great friend, always positive and with a smile on his face. May God comfort you in this time of mourning.

Greg and Monica Cooney

February 5, 2014

Tyler was a kind and gentle young man who made a lasting impact as evidenced by all of the friends and family commenting in this remembrance book. Like Rob, my fondest memories of Tyler are from spending time with the family at Camp Lucky Buck. Whether it was playing baseball, paintball, or simply building a fort in the woods, Tyler always had a genuine sense of adventure and enthusiasm. He will be deeply missed. Please know that we are praying for your comfort during this difficult time.

May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Eric shuman

February 5, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss Tyler was a great guy! I just want to send out my condolences to tylers friends and family.

CINDY OHLRICH

February 5, 2014

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AT THIS TENDER TIME.TYLER WAS SO VERY LOVED AND WILL BE SADLY MISSED.DAD AND SON MATCHING BOOKENDS. HEAVENS GATES ARE OPEN AND WAITING FOR HIM, GOD NEEDS GOOD PEOPLE TOO. ALL LOVE AND ADMIRATION. CINDY OHLRICH

Jeanne Daugherty

February 5, 2014

Dear Cooney Family,
My deepest condolences.....my heart can't imagine the pain you must endure. I've worked with Tyler for the last 5 yrs. at Gander - he was a bright, intelligent, good-natured, humorous young man, I always enjoyed working with him. May your memories help carry you thru....Sincerely

February 5, 2014

Words can not express how sorry we are to hear about Tyler. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ellen and David Guriel

Grace Trocki

February 5, 2014

To the Family of Tyler,

My heart and sincere sympathy goes out to you. I have known Tyler for years since He and my son Jim were friends from Gander Mountain. Everytime I was at the store, which was alot, he had a big smile and was such a nice young man. Everytime my husband had an issue with a gun " I'll take it to Tyler". He will be missed. May God help you find peace

Jami Sokolowski

February 5, 2014

Love you Ty, you were a great & caring cousin. You were there for me when i needed ya, love you. You will be truly missed.

Paul Kilmer

February 5, 2014

Tyler was a very close friend of mine. We had many great times together at Gander Mountain and at gun raffles. I will miss him dearly. I and our friends will miss dearly. I feel badly for yours and mine loss.

Rob Cooney

February 5, 2014

Uncle Tim, Karen, Jared , Ben and family - my heart is heavy right now for you all. Hold onto the memories that are dear to you as they will sure put a smile on your face in time after grieving as they have mine over the past day especially. I keep replaying one of our famous baseball games at Camp Lucky Buck to think of Ty (watch out for the holes in the ground, running into a tree when rounding 2nd base (or the fence in left field) and hearing Grampa Cooney yelling - "put another one in the hopper.." Love you guys and please lean on me as needed to get through this difficult time.

Rob

Grace Trocki

February 5, 2014

To the Family of Tyler,

My heart and sincere sympathy goes out to you. I have known Tyler for years from Gander Mountian, he was a good friend of his fellow worker, Jim. Everytime I was at the store, which was alot, he had a huge smile and very helpful and nice. Everytime my husband had an issue with a gun, "I'll take it to Tyler". He will be missed . May God help you find peace

Tim Dunlavey

February 5, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Tracey Bittner

February 5, 2014

Tyler was such a wonderful friend. He was like a little brother to me. He had the biggest heart. I'm glad I became part of the Gander Mountain family, as I'm not sure I would've have ever met Ty. He will be deeply missed by many. Rest in Peace, my friend.

February 5, 2014

To the family of Tyler. I am so sorry for your loss. Tyler was a friend and coworker at Gander Mountain. We also shot in a pool league together. I am sad today and will always remember Tyler as a wonderful young friend. Bob Newton

Cathy Brooks

February 5, 2014

Karen and family,
I am shocked and saddened to hear of the death of Tyler. One thing i always remember was "that smile". What a wonderful young man...I hope that the many wonderful memories you all have will comfort you in the days ahead. Tyler was a light in a dark world. May he sleep in peace.

Frank Buczek & Family

February 5, 2014

As our Lord Jesus once said: “In my Father's house are many rooms; if it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And when I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also.” Heavenly Father, we kneel humbly before you, asking that you embrace Tyler Cooney with all love and affection, welcoming him to the room our Lord Jesus prepared for him. We also ask that your Love and Peace will descend upon the Cooney family in this time of loss.

Emily Przybyszewski

February 5, 2014

Tyler and I used to have so much talking and joking around at the Keg. He became one of my favorite peopleto see when I came home for visits after I moved. The laughs, smiles, and great talks will always be remembered. Thank You for being such an incredible person. I will miss you always.

Kaitlyn Carone

February 5, 2014

What a great guy! Always so kind and nice. He will truly be missed. Thoughts, love and prayers to all of his family and friends.

Becky Van Riper

February 5, 2014

Tim, Jared and Karen and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that God will give you strength and courage as you face the days ahead. Lean on those that love you.
Love,
Becky Van Riper

Taylor newton

February 5, 2014

I was lucky enough to have gotten to know tyler. We played on a pool team together and used to hangout and talk hunting and guns. He was an extremely knowledgeable man. He was always willing to teach and help me at the drop of a hat. When I told tyler I was learning to trap he instantly asked me if I would like to use the ones he bought and hadn't gotten a chance to use. Thats just the kind person he was. My heart goes out to his family and friends.

Steve Gdanetz

February 5, 2014

I've known tyler for a long time. He was always willing to help people out when they needed something. He always had a smile on his face and could brighten any room. He was an avid outdoorsman and passed his knowledge onto many people including myself. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends in this time of sadness.

Judy & Chuck Shreve

February 5, 2014

Sue, Jim & family, So sorry for the loss of your nephew. Thoughts and prays to you all.

Matt Mariani

February 5, 2014

I had the privilege of working with Tyler at Gander Mountain for a few years. He was a great guy and always willing to help others. This is a huge loss.

Julie Howell

February 5, 2014

May God bless u all through this tragedy. For the little time i known him he was a great person to talk to and very sweet and caring. My prayers are with the whole family and my friend Jared. I can't imagine how hard this is.

Lori, Jim, Trevor and Myla (Cooney) Smith

February 5, 2014

Tyler was my cousin and though we didn't see each other often, I feel so forunate to have seen him this past Christmas. I had so many fond memories of our families growing up. He was always so kind, caring and thoughtful. You will be missed and in our hearts forever. Tell Grandpa Cooney we said hello!

February 5, 2014

Forever in our hearts!!Will be sadly missed!! Aunt Kim, Uncle Rick, Cousins, Stephanie & Matthew

BRENT BERGER

February 5, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jeremy Ireland

February 5, 2014

In the 14 years I have known Tyler he has been a great friend and one of the most caring persons I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Tyler will be greatly missed but never forgotten.

Alyssa Dobson

February 5, 2014

The Tucker family is wishing you peace. Please know that the Cooney family is in our hearts and prayers.

Emma Chaffee

February 5, 2014

I am so glad I got to meet Ty, even though I did not know him very long, I was blessed to have known him. He really knew how to make someone laugh and had a wonderful sense of humor and smile. Rest In Peace buddy, I'll miss you at the gun raffles.

Matt Young

February 5, 2014

In the 10 years I have known Tyler . He became a great friend and was like a brother . He will be missed and I was truely among the blessed for knowing him.

Matt & Sara Young

February 5, 2014

You will be missed

Rebecca Shingledecker

February 5, 2014

Ty will be missed! Such a great guy!

Korrin Justik

February 5, 2014

Ty was a wonderful person. He will be missed by many. Although his time here was to short and it is so very hard to say good bye, we where all so very lucky to have known him. Rest in peace, my friend.

Annmarie Stancliff

February 5, 2014

Ty was an amazing person. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to know him. I know that he will be missed dearly by many.

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