James Tyler Springstead

February 8, 1984 – April 13, 2013

Tyler is survived by his wife, Michelle and daughters Camille and Amelia Springstead. He is also survived by his parents Rick and Jerrie; and brother Richard Springstead, brothers Steve and Mike Wanagitis, grandfather Wendell Gustin and grandmother Jean Jones.

A viewing will be held Sat., April 20th from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m., at Mish Funeral Home (120 Minner Ave.) and a Memorial Service will be held Sunday, April 21st from, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bakersfield Firefighter’s Hall (Wible Road)

Tyler was born in Bakersfield and grew up surrounded by many friends and family. He was always outgoing and social. He loved meeting new people and talking to everyone. Even at age 5 his outgoing personality would worry his mom because he was out until dark talking and meeting neighbors; even before she had a chance. The friendships he formed were life-long and he cared about his friends deeply. He always wanted to be the first one to help anybody in any way that he could. He loved everyone and had a way of being able to find something to talk about with people of all ages and all types. He considered it one of his specialties.

He also loved to cook and let everyone know about how good his salsa was or his chili verde. He enjoyed being on the go and doing things like barbecuing, floating the river in the summers, riding motorcycles when the weather was nice, going camping or just driving around listening to music.

He loved being a daddy to his two daughters, Camille and Amelia. He enjoyed taking them to the park and taking walks in the wagon. When spending time with his wife, Michelle, he loved to watch movies with her and go out to eat. Tyler wanted nothing more in life than to have his family and be a successful man. He loved life and will be greatly missed by so many. He had a very big heart and will forever remain in our hearts.