In Memory of Tyler Woods by Mark Schmidt

Prayers for Tyler

2020-09-14 17:19:50 UTC

He was a good soul. We will keep him and his family in our thoughts and prayers.

RIP

2020-09-14 17:22:41 UTC

He was an amazing band player! The band community will definitely miss him.

2020-09-14 17:24:03 UTC

Thinking of this family and keeping them in my prayers. I’m so sorry to hear this devastating news.

2020-09-14 17:30:34 UTC

I’ve gone to school with Tyler since the Kindercare days. I’d always see him at our school’s sporting events. Keeping him and his family in my thoughts!

elementary school memory

2020-09-14 17:36:57 UTC

I remember in elementary school Tyler would always look for butterflies to catch at recess. He was always so kind and had a heart for others.

Rest in Peace Tyler Woods

2020-09-14 17:41:20 UTC

Keeping him and his family in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace Tyler Woods. Even though I didn't know you,

2020-09-14 17:44:28 UTC

Rest in Peace Tyler Woods. You will be missed. Fly high.

Fly High Tyler

2020-09-14 17:45:28 UTC

Tyler was a funny and expressive kid whenever I talked to him. He will definitely be missed.

2020-09-14 17:46:31 UTC

Tyler will be deeply missed by our school and band communities. My prayers go out to his family, as I remember that God cares most of his youngest Angels.

2020-09-14 17:47:41 UTC

Tyler was very involved in the band community. You would see him at every event and he looked like he was having a blast. The band community will miss seeing him everyday.

Prayers

2020-09-14 17:47:57 UTC

2020-09-14 17:48:38 UTC

I knew Tyler personally and hung out with him on several marching band trips. He was a great person and will be missed

2020-09-14 17:52:38 UTC

The band program at west is very grateful that we got to spend so much time with him. Seeing him so happy after our competition in Grand Nationals will always warm my heart.

Fly High My Friend

llarge2 — 2020-09-14 17:53:10 UTC

I might not have known Tyler for that long - but he made an impact on my life enough so that I can without a doubt call him my friend. He helped me a lot in CMB; whether it was telling a joke to help me not be so nervous or helping me be a better marcher. He was in SYM band with me and when we went to KMEA in Wichita - he knew that I was uncomfortable (my nana had just passed) and he asked if I was gonna be OK. So fly high my friend; you'll be missed

mitchgoldstein — 2020-09-14 17:54:50 UTC

Tyler was a good guy with a great heart.

2020-09-14 17:54:51 UTC

Tyler--you were a bright spot in my day in my class. I loved how funny you were and so bright too! You will be missed and my heart is heavy. Praying for your family!

2020-09-14 18:06:25 UTC

Tyler was a freshman the year my kids were seniors in band. He was such a nice person with a great personality. I remember his big smile. So sorry for your loss

Middle School Memory

2020-09-14 18:06:49 UTC

I remember having many great conversations with Tyler in 8th grade during lunch. Tyler would work on his math assignments in my room while eating and we would at times get off task and just talk about the most random things which was a nice break from school mode.
To the Woods family, I will be keeping you all in my thoughts.

Mr. Ruddy

Fly High Tyler

2020-09-14 18:08:18 UTC

I was never really friends with Tyler, but I'm sure he was a good soul on this Earth. He will be missed, this is horrific news. He will be in my prayers.

2020-09-14 18:15:42 UTC

BVW will miss you Tyler! Rest In Peace!

Tyler will be missed

croberts74 — 2020-09-14 18:25:37 UTC

Tyler always said "Hello" in the hallway. So thoughtful. He was also a wonderful photographer/ photoshop artist. Prayers for your family and friends.

I LOVE YOU

2020-09-14 18:25:53 UTC

Tyler, I don't know where to begin, I have know Tyler since middle school and we sat near each other in band we joked around with each other. We became closer when we got into high school, hanging out with each other after class to work on a project or talk, to recently last week talking about our love life. He called me all the time just to ask me how my day was going. There was not one day when I had Tyler next to me that I wasn't smiling. On Zoom last year he was the best to talk to. He was absolutely my light on a dark day, and always was there for me during depressing times. I called him on Wednesday and we just talked and talked. I miss him so much he was one of my best friends and I love him dearly. Tyler I wish I called this weekend, I am sorry. I love you now and forever. You are one of the best angels up there!
-Irina <3

karab6 — 2020-09-14 18:26:39 UTC

I got to know Tyler through band. One of my first memories of him was when we were loading one of the trucks for a competition. He wanted so badly to pitch in and help. While most of the other kids were talking and goofing around together, Tyler hopped up on the truck and went to work. He was always the kindest and most respectful. He never hesitated to talk with me (even though I’m a mom!). He was a talented musician and a good friend that will be sorely missed. I pray for strength, peace, & healing for one of the kindest families I know. Love to you, Woods family!❣️

2020-09-14 18:35:05 UTC

2020-09-14 18:38:16 UTC

Tyler, I am so dearly sorry that I couldn’t have been there for you. I sincerely wish that I would’ve been able to help in some way. I never really talked to you very much, but you were a very kind person and it won’t be the same without you. For now on and throughout my life, I will never take anything for granted anymore. I will also go out of my way to lookout and be helpful to anyone in need.

And to the Woods Family, he will be missed by myself and others. I’m praying for you all.

RIP young angel.

2020-09-14 18:45:30 UTC

May you Rest In Peace and know that we all have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Fly High Tyler

2020-09-14 18:51:16 UTC

You will be missed dearly Tyler Woods and you will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace.

Freshman ELA 9

trhodes17 — 2020-09-14 18:54:04 UTC

Tyler used to wear Heelys and I used to laugh at him when he would wheel through the class to throw away trash. He was kind and always spoke to me even though I had never been his teacher. Keeping his family and friends in my prayers.
Ms. Rhodes

Sending Love to the Woods Family and Loved Ones

2020-09-14 18:56:54 UTC

Our family didn't know Tyler but we send our deep love and our prayers to your heavy and hurting hearts--to his family and each person who loved and knew him.

2020-09-14 18:59:17 UTC

Tyler I will miss you and am praying for you and your family. I am so sorry and fly high

Rest In Peace

2020-09-14 19:09:29 UTC

You will be missed dearly and you will always be in our hearts. I will be keeping the woods family in my prayers

2020-09-14 19:42:55 UTC

So sorry

Rest in Peace Tyler

2020-09-14 20:08:28 UTC

I've gone to school with tyler since elementary school and over the years we have had a couple of classes together. Even though we never were that close, I always enjoyed chatting with him. He would always make me laugh and had a good heart. I will never forget you Tyler. You will be missed dearly. RIP angel.

Tyler, you will be missed. Fly high. Prayers to the Woods family. I'm so sorry for your loss.

2020-09-14 20:08:38 UTC

I hope you can rest easy now Tyler. I will pray for your family. Know that you will be missed dearly. I hope the pain you felt is gone now.

2020-09-14 20:35:59 UTC

I’m So Glad I Taught You

2020-09-14 20:44:54 UTC

Tyler was always smiling, always helpful, funny, hard-working, and a great musician. I looked forward to catching up with him when I was at his concerts and events. You LOVED the horn! Tyler, I will miss your smile and your positivity. I’m so proud of all of your accomplishments. I will miss you terribly. -Mrs. G

Very Sorry

2020-09-14 21:40:14 UTC

I am very sorry for his family, classmates and the entire West community. He was such a kind young man that always said hello to me. My sincere condolences.

❤️❤️❤️

2020-09-14 21:51:37 UTC

Rest easy Tyler. I am praying for the woods family and hope the best for them. Tyler you will be missed, you are loved.

Tyler will be missed.

2020-09-14 21:59:19 UTC

Tyler and his family have been our neighbors for the last 14+ years. Though we never really got to know him well, it was obvious that he loved his family, and he always took good care of his dogs.

To the Woods family: We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. ~Jeremy

He was such a funny sweet kid. Coach Copps class was always fun with him in it. So much love to the Woods family right now, please know how loved your son was and how I remember his so happy and bright.

2020-09-14 22:46:06 UTC

2020-09-14 23:12:06 UTC

I marched with Tyler my senior year when he was a freshman. He brought so much joy to the section and was always fun to talk to. Rest in peace brother.

2020-09-14 23:31:42 UTC

I didn’t personally know who tyler was, just by reading all of these I can tell we lost a good soul. It’s sad that he’ll never get to see all of these and how much he really mattered to everyone. He’ll be in my family’s prayers.

Prayers

2020-09-14 23:49:00 UTC

From kindergarten all the way to senior year, I have known Tyler. He was always so happy and energetic. I want to send my condolences to the Woods family as this is a hit we didn’t see coming. XOXO

I don’t know Tyler. But I have prayed, and will continue to pray that God will bring comfort to everyone that is pained by his death.

2020-09-15 01:26:40 UTC

Such a loss

2020-09-15 02:13:26 UTC

Such a loss to our BVW community. Thinking of the Woods family during this difficult time.

2020-09-15 02:20:01 UTC

We are so sorry for your loss. NTrevor and Kari Wood

2020-09-15 02:39:36 UTC

i didn’t know him, but we were in the same band together last year and he sat behind me. i’m sending thoughts and love to his family.

2020-09-15 03:32:42 UTC

Prayers for Woods family
Rest In Peace Tylor. I am so sorry that you lost your precious life so early. I can feel for your family. I think about your mom. I am also mom one of your friend. Please please kids share your thoughts with your parents. After heard this tragic news, I can’t hold my tears.

2020-09-15 03:49:13 UTC

Tyler was my neighbor for many years. Though he was a few years younger than me, we grew up together on the same street, and he often came over to see my cats and just to say hi. He was such a kind person, and this news truly is heartbreaking. After I left for college, I never gotten to opportunity to see Tyler as much, but all our encounters were sincere. I am sending so much love to the Woods family during this time. ❤️

Rest In Peace

2020-09-15 14:54:24 UTC

I didn't know Tyler, I'm only a freshman. But I am in band, too, and I bet we could've become good friends. Looking at the other comments, he was smart, funny, and kind. He probably would have made a huge impact on the community when he grew up.

BVW has lost a good student and band member. He will be missed. To his family and friends, I am sorry for your loss.

2020-09-15 15:21:27 UTC

I knew tyler through marching band and band, he was always a little loud and goofy but he brought a smile to peoples faces. Tyler was such a hard worker and I will always remember seeing him on the field with his water bottle backpack. RIP Tyler I will miss you

2020-09-15 16:05:38 UTC

I didn’t know Tyler but I’m also a band kid who goes to another BV high school. Sending love from one band family to another ❤️

2020-09-15 18:38:18 UTC

Sending love to the Woods family. You all will forever be in my thoughts and prayers. I can’t imagine how it feels to lose a child, please know that we’re thinking about you.

My wonderful life with Tyler Woods!❤️

2020-09-15 20:51:17 UTC

When Tyler and I were younger we would always play Wii, Infinity by Disney, and Sonic on a old TV we had when we were little. We'd spend hours playing Mario Kart Wii and I loved the track with the big Yoshi egg in the middle, but he hated it, because 85% of the time I would win. He loved to play the Minecart and the shopping mall track. We always fought over which person got the Lightning Mc Queen figure to play Infinity and when he was that character he always ran me over and attached my character to the back of his car. Tyler and I would take turns, sometimes I would watch him play Sonic on an old TV we had. I remember watching him play, him beating the game, and telling/showing me how to win.

He loved to play Dominos, Pay day, Life, Carcassonne, Uno Attack, and regular card games. He never really liked when I asked to play apples to apples, because he wasn't the best at it( but no one that played with us really was). Whenever we would play without him a game would take 20-30 minutes, but when he played with us it took over an hour to play. He loved to press the train button in dominos and when it didn't have batteries Ty and I would make train noises.

We had a hockey table in our basement that we would use to make blanket forts and before we got the hockey table we used the tables and chairs. The fort would stay up for weeks with the lights above the fort turned off to make it darker. We'd watch YouTube videos on a iPad until our parents said it was late and that we needed to go to sleep.

Life right now is tough and I know that it's not just me that's hurting, but so many more people. I want everyone to know that you have people who care for you. I greatly appreciate all of these memories and prayers sent from everyone. Thank you, all of you!!❤️❤️❤️

~ Samantha M. Woods and the Woods Family❤️

2020-09-15 23:24:06 UTC

Rest in Peace Tyler

2020-09-16 01:42:04 UTC

When I came to BVW as a freshman, I started out on crutches and had to sit out during marching band. I was upset and lonely until Tyler came over to sit with me and keep me company. I’m a year younger than Tyler, but I always saw him in the band room from middle school to high school. He always had a positive attitude and his smile was positively contagious. I have been and will continue to keep Tyler in my thoughts, as well as the rest of his family!

We'll miss you

2020-09-16 01:47:24 UTC

Tyler was a fellow band member. He was a fun-loving person, and was a really good person. I can't put into words how much we're going to miss him. Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. Rest in peace Tyler.

2020-09-16 01:49:47 UTC

It's such a sad thing that he lost his life so young. Thoughts and prayers to the Woods family

Tyler touched the lives of so many students and adults in our community. We cherish his memory and honor the impact of his story on the lives of all of us. We send prayers, support, and condolences to the Woods family.

2020-09-16 16:32:58 UTC

Going to Miss that Laugh

bfleer1 — 2020-09-16 16:44:35 UTC

My favorite memories of Tyler all include his laugh. Tyler had the most wonderful laugh--anyone who knew him knows the one that I'm writing about. A high, bright guffaw that usually came whenever he had discovered something new. Tyler absolutely loved to discover new things. He loved to piece together puzzles and to solve problems. And whenever he did one of those things, the room would fill up with this short burst of radiant laughter that I wish so badly I had taken the time to tell him always lit up my heart. He would smile, and hasten to show you whatever it was he had discovered, not because he was trying to impress you or show off, but simply because he enjoyed sharing new discoveries with people. Tyler never wanted to own an idea or a solution; he gave these out to others freely because he had a generous heart. I'm going to miss hearing that laugh so much.

Tyler, you were a kind soul that will be greatly missed ❤️

2020-09-17 15:35:24 UTC

I've lived in Tyler's neighborhood ever since the start of elementary school. I remember seeing Tyler going on bike rides and having fun with his many friends that he had. Tyler was one of the most genuine person that I have ever met. He always was himself, even if that meant if he didn't fit in with some others. That was one of the many qualities that I appreciated about him the most. Unfortunately, this quality gave some people the opportunity to judge him. I always looked forward to coach Copp's class because Tyler always made it a fun time and he always was so intelligent. This is such a sad loss to the BVW community, because he was involved in so much and he genuinely cared about everyone. Not a day will go by that I don't miss you Tyler. I'm sending all my prayers and thoughts out to you and your family❤️

Tyler’s Gift

2020-09-22 14:33:17 UTC

Tyler gave so much to my son, experiences and memories that will live with him forever. One memory that stands out for me was on our band trip to Washington DC. There was an evening where an event got canceled so they had an impromptu talent show in one of the banquet rooms. My son was going to just sit with me in our hotel room until Tyler called him and talked him into coming to the show. As they sat together watching, he told him that he should perform something. I’m not sure how he talked him into it but I got a text from another mom to come downstairs because my son was performing in the talent show. When it was all over, they gave him first place and a standing ovation, with Tyler cheering the loudest. The happiness on his face in that special moment was a gift that Tyler gave him and me as well. He was a selfless friend who always gave encouragement and kindness. We would give anything to be able to create more special memories with him now. I pray he is at peace and his heart is full of happiness ❤️

I wish..

2020-09-22 15:09:26 UTC

I wish more people were as accepting as Tyler. I was the chaperone for Tyler and my son at a Worlds of Fun trip. They were having such a good time. But my son had recently been diagnosed with diabetes and required a few medical treatment breaks. Not once did Tyler complain or make him feel weird about it. He asked questions and helped him feel accepted and normal. Another time, I took them to Halloween Haunt there, but my other son, who is six years younger than them, wanted to go. I expected to have to entertain the little one a lot, but Tyler included him the whole time, even more than his brother did. Most kids wouldn’t be as accepting in that situation, but Tyler embraced it and made it fun for everyone. He was an extraordinary kid and wish he had felt the acceptance of others as much as he offered it. I’m so sorry I can’t tell Tyler how much he was appreciated and I pray that his family can find peace and acceptance. I pray that people will learn from Tyler’s memory to share his gift of compassion, kindness and enthusiasm to others, especially to those who need it the most. And if you’re one of those who need it, speak out to someone... you might not realize it, but people care.. give us a chance to lift you up when you’re feeling down. I so wish we could have been there for Tyler... much love to him and his family 🙏