On Sunday, November 16, 2025, the world became a little quieter, a little dimmer, and immeasurably emptier for all who loved Tyler Plaster. His passing was sudden and heartbreaking, the kind of loss for which there are no adequate words. At just 16 years old, Tyler left an imprint far larger than the years he was given.

Born on April 6, 2009, Tyler carried with him a gentle spirit from the start. He grew into a young man defined by kindness, humility, and a quiet strength that touched everyone around him. He didn’t need to stand in the spotlight to make an impact—his presence alone was steady, grounding, and full of heart.

Tyler passed unexpectedly on the night of November 16, 2025, and was pronounced at 11:57 PM at Cox South. The tragic accident that took his life ended swiftly, and his family was told he did not suffer. From the moment he was found, he was surrounded by people doing everything they could to save him. For his father, Tim, that single truth is the only small shard of peace in an otherwise unimaginable grief.

A Son of Quiet Brilliance and Steady Goodness

Those closest to Tyler describe him as a “good kid” in the deepest, truest sense of the phrase—kind, thoughtful, and deeply caring, even when he didn’t always express it out loud. He carried a gentleness uncommon for his age, paired with a wisdom and empathy that extended far beyond his years.

Tyler was also a hard worker, driven and determined. He was on track to graduate early as a junior, building a future that made his family exceptionally proud. His work ethic and quiet ambition spoke volumes about the kind of young man he was becoming—responsible, motivated, and full of potential.

A Father’s Heartbreak and the Memories That Remain

To his father, Tim, Tyler was more than a son—he was a lifeline.

“Tyler saved my life in so many ways,” he shared. “He kept me grounded when I was struggling. He was my rock when life got difficult.”

The memories that remain are precious and vivid: Tyler sitting in the passenger seat of his dad’s Jeep, wearing the bright yellow hoodie he had wanted so badly, smiling that soft, effortless smile he reserved for moments when he wasn’t being asked to pose for a photo. That hoodie, that smile, and that small moment of happiness have become treasures that will be held close forever.

His father describes Tyler as full of life, full of heart, and full of the quiet goodness that defined everything he did. These are the memories that will endure—the laughter, the gentle spirit, the pride of watching him grow into the remarkable young man he was becoming.

A Life That Mattered Deeply

Tyler’s loss is felt profoundly by his family, his friends, and everyone fortunate enough to have known him. He mattered—to his loved ones, to his school community, and to all those whose lives he touched simply by being himself.

He was loved deeply.
He made an impact.
And he changed the lives around him in ways that will never be forgotten.

Though his time was short, the legacy Tyler leaves behind is one of kindness, strength, and a heart that cared far more than he ever let on. His family will carry that with them always.

Forever Loved, Forever Missed

Tyler was his father’s pride, his laughter, and his purpose. Losing him leaves a void that can never be filled, but love—deep, enduring, and eternal—remains.

“I am going to miss you so bad, son,” his father said. “More than any words could ever reach. You changed my life forever.”

Tyler Plaster will be remembered not for the years he lived, but for the goodness he brought into the world and the love he left behind.