Tyler John Dyck

Tyler is survived by his father Murray Dyck, his mother Maureen (Turner) Wiebe, her husband Lyle and their daughters Chelsea, Kristin and families.

Tyler was born October 30, 1980 at Chilliwack General Hospital and grew up in Chilliwack, attended Tyson Elementary School and Sardis Senior Secondary School. As a youngster he had a quiet, sweet, sensitive nature and was a pleasure to be around. He enjoyed camping, dirt biking, and playing sports and over time really excelled at soccer, playing for Chilliwack rep teams, to Div. 1, and a rookie recruit for the Premier team. His quickness, determination and never give up attitude would earn him the nickname " Rocky " by one of his coaches and contribute to several division championships.

Shortly after high school he moved to Abbotsford to pursue a career in the electrical trade attending BCIT, and becoming a journeyman B ticketed electrician. He had a strong work ethic and was a talented tradesman, working around the lower mainland, all over B.C. and parts of Alberta. He was smart, methodical, a fast learner with a commonsense attitude and was always open to new challenges.

Tyler really enjoyed motorsports and was mechanically inclined. He wasn't afraid to work on his own vehicles and had a repair manual for each one he owned. He was especially proud of his beautiful semi-restored white 1986 Toyota Supra. He often liked to tell the stories of people giving him a thumbs up every time he had it out.

Over the years Tyler never restricted himself to just a few hobbies. He was always open to trying something new. He enjoyed camping, fishing, golfing, snowboarding, boxing and helping his friends at the drag races. He raced motocross. He raced karts. He was particularly fond of stock car racing and crewed and raced on and off for years. He attended several Nascar events, and around 2010 was part of a Nascar K & N Pro Series pit crew, pitting next to the now 3-time Nascar Champion Joey Logano in the early stages of his career. He ziplined in the Kootenays, went wind tunnel skydiving in Alberta. He was athletic and had a natural ability, and he was good at everything he set his mind to.

His latest challenge was to take up flying planes. He felt with his motorsports background, his understanding of mechanics, his co-ordination, calmness and desire to learn would be an asset. He seemed like a natural and caught on very quickly, constantly impressing and amazing his instructor. He managed to get in 25 flights and loved it. He was very proud of his abilities and felt he had what it would take to be a really good pilot.

Above everything else, his true love and passion was for his dog of 4 years. A white and black cocker spaniel fittingly named "Buddy." They loved each other dearly and had an amazing connection. Raised from a pup, they were together everywhere. He once said that "Buddy Was The Best Thing He Ever Got His Whole Life." Gold-panning was Tyler's newest ambition. Gold-panning and camping up the Fraser Canyon was their favorite thing to do together. He loved the solitude, freedom, outdoors and having his best friend (his boy) enjoying it with him.

Tyler liked his independence and was a fairly private person. He was very comfortable to go on an adventure by himself. He had a certain unassuming wit and charm with that effortless laugh and warm smile that made him approachable, loveable, and left an impression on you. He enjoyed a conversation with someone he knew or with a complete stranger and often had a short story about someone he met on a trip.

He never pretended to be perfect, but he was honest and real. He liked to do things his way and on his time. He was tough, brave and strong. There was something unique and special about him. He had a kind and gentle soul. A presence that was comfortable. Kids and pets would gravitate to him and if you knew him or just met him, he somehow impacted your life.

True to his character, Tyler faced his short battle with cancer with unbelievable strength, courage and determination.

A beloved son, brother, nephew, uncle, grandson, cousin and friend. He will be deeply missed by everyone that knew him.

A small memorial will be held at a later date.