Melodie and family, We know that there are no words we can say to ease your pain, but please know all the prayers of friends and family will surely be with you each day. You are thought of and prayed for daily. Charles and Zelda Dubberly

- Charles & Zelda Dubberly, Savannah, GA

Dear Melodie, Words truly are inadequate to say how sorry we were to hear of Tyler's pain and suffering over the years! I have thought of you so often and have missed you! You and your family will be in my prayers daily! Our Heavenly Father will sustain you through your loss!

- Debbie Wallace, Savannah, GA

Melodie, My heart is breaking for you. Of all the people I have met in my life I learned the most about faith from you. I hope your faith remains constant and true and comforts you during this unimaginable time. Tyler was a wonderful boy and a shining example of faith and love. With love, Ginny Doss Brewer

- Ginny Brewer, Greensboro, NC

Dear Melodie and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Wish there was something we could say or do to make it easier. With love and prayers, Jane and Bonnie

- Jane Rollins and Bonnie Furnanz, Savannah, GA

I am so sorry Melody. I pray God will comfort you and your family during this difficult time. Keep a strong faith and may God bless you.

- Jack Wilson, Savannah, GA

Melodie, We are so sorry for your loss. Know that Tyler is not in pain any longer. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

- Susan Koss, Albuquerque, NM

our prayers are with you

- jim and eunice brewer, Statesville, NC

Beyond the door, There's peace I'm sure, And I know there'll be no more Tears in Heaven...' Dear Melodie and family, May our Heavenly Father assuage the anguish of your bereavement and swaddle you in the warmth of His peace, love, and blessings of comfort. With all my love,

- Charles M. Zimmerman, Roswell, GA

Melodie ~ I had just recently found out about Tyler's condition and everything your family was going through. From the moment I met you there was one thing that was for certain, your love for Tyler. You are an amazing mom. You could see that in Tyler even as a young boy in Elementary school that he was loved and was being taught by a strong woman. May that strength and the knowledge of his love help you to continue on without him here. I am truly sorry for your loss. Thoughts and Prayers. Love ~amy

- Amy Morrison Hayden, Roanoke, VA

Derek and I knew Tyler during his time in Leadville. I don't know if I could find a more polite, respectful, sweet souled, kindhearted and loving young man. My heart is breaking that we didn't know about his condition and weren't able to let him know that we still think of him and laugh over some of the times spent there. He touched our lives and our hearts in the short time that we knew him. Thank you for sharing him with us for a little while.

- Mary TIrrell, Colorado Springs, CO

Melodie, my heart is breaking for your family. Words are inadequate to express the sorrow that I feel for the loss of Tyler. I will definitely continue to hold you in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if I can do anything.

- Lori Hecker, Savannah, GA

Melodie and family, I am so sorry about Tyler, I wish I could say something, I know of no words right now. Please know that I am praying for you daily. When I heard that he had died the first thought I had was your mom....I know she was there waiting for him, I hope that brings some comfort to your broken heart.

- Susan Cetchovich-Snaza, Savannah, GA

Melodie, Our thoughts and prayer are always with you. We are thankful Tyler is with his heavenly father now and out of pain. Janice and Gene Pate

- Janice Pate, Midland, GA

Melodie, Our thoughts and prayer are always with you. We are thankful Tyler is with his heavenly father now and out of pain. Janice and Gene Pate

- Janice Pate, Midland, GA

Melodie, after reading all the beautiful sentiments written by friends, I can only add the following poem that was a favorite of my mother's. 'My life is but a weaving between my God and me, I do not choose the colors, He worketh steadily. Oft times He weaveth sorrow and I in foolish pride, forget He sees the upper and I the underside. Not till the loom is silent and the shuttles cease to fly, will God unveil the canvas and explain the reason why the dark threads are as needful in the skillful Weaver's hands, as the threads of gold and silver in the pattern He has planned.' You are my dear friend and I keep you in my heart and prayers. Ava

- Ava Buck, Rincon, GA

Melodie - We are so sadden by your loss!!God looked around His garden and He found an empty place. He then looked down upon this earth, and saw your tired face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best. He knew that you were suffering, He knew you were in pain. He knew that you would never get well on earth again. He saw the road was getting rough and the hills were hard to climb So He closed your weary eyelids, and whispered, Peace be thine. It broke our hearts to lose you but you didn't go alone, For part of us went with you the day God called you home.

- David and Melinda Johnson and Tybee, Brooks, GA

Melodie, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Donna

- Donna Willoughby Olsen, Greenville, SC

Mr. Stanley and Ms. Melodie, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Tyler was such a great person. I know he is in a better place and finally pain free. You both are in my constant thoughts and prayers.

- Chad Troughton, Memphis, TN

Melodie, My heart is breaking for you. You are a strong woman and you were an amazing advocate for Tyler. Please use your strength to take care of yourself now. Know you are loved and lean on those of us that are there for you. There are many,many friends that are there for you. God has his arms wrapped around you. I hope you can find some comfort in that. It has been amazing to watch you fight for Tyler. You are the BEST mom. Tyler is safe, at peace, and pain free. God bless you, sweetheart as you go through the next few days and months.I wish I could be there to support you tonight and tomorrow. Please know I am doing that from here. Melodie

- Melodie Reed, Peachtree City, GA

Melodie and family, May God bring you peace during this difficult time. My prayers are with you.

- Donna Coover Hartness, Decatur, GA

This world is not conclusion; A sequel stands beyond, Invisible, as music, But positive, as sound.' - Emily Dickinson 1830-1886 Words are so inadequate at moments like this. Dear Tyler was so loved and will be so missed. Tyler now is lovingly embraced by his Creator, the One who made the streams and trails that gave him such great pleasure. Many prayers and thoughts.

- William Peterson, Savannah, GA

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord lift you with strength, may He embrace you with Love and may He fill you with His Faith. My love to you all.

- Dede Roberts, Savannah, GA

My deepest sympathy and prayers go out for you in this time of loss. May God Bless and comfort you.

- Kandi Cavin, Midway, GA

Stanley and Melodie, I am so sorry to hear of Tyler's death. Know that you both are in my thoughts and prayers

- Tommy Brooks, Shreveport, LA

Melodie, words are inadequate to empathize with the sorrow and grief that you all feel. Though I have only come to know your family in recent years, I know that Tyler was deeply loved and supported by each of you,and that treasured memories of him will be celebrated always in your hearts.You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

- Julie Getty, Savannah, GA

Melodie & Family, we are lifting you all up in our prayers knowing that God will carry your through this difficult time. You are loved by many and have a strong community to support you and help you through each passing day.

- George & Dawn Quattlebaum, Savannah, GA

Melodie, My heart grieves for you. You and your family will be our prayers during this difficult time. Holly and Clay Geriner

- Holly, Savannah, GA

Praying for God's peace to surround you all.

- Carol Bowman, Savannah, GA

To all of Tyler's family, You are and will remain in our hearts, thoughts and prayers for peace in the days to come. Tyler will be missed by all. Heaven is richer with his presence. Michael, Patty and Drew Pierce

- Patty Pierce, Richmond Hill, GA

Melodie and family, We are saddened to hear of your loss. May God's love bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead.

- Jimmie and Carolyn Hart, Savannah, GA

We are so sorry for your loss. I hope you can find peace and comfort in knowing that Tyler is dancing on the streets of gold and no longer in pain or suffering. We will continue to remember your family in our prayers. Love, The Lariscy's

- Debbie Lariscy, Garden City, GA

All our love to you.

- Susan Lynn Hay, Ellabell, GA

My deepest sympathy to the family and especially to Melodie. May God bless you all with a peace that passes understanding and supports you in your time of grief.

- Rev. Billy Wassner, Port Orange, FL

Melodie, my heart goes out to you and your family. When I think of Tyler I see he and Kat playing in their own world, and Tyler smiling that absolutely contagious smile of his. He will be so dearly missed and so dearly remembered. Prayers for all of you.

- Donna Rountree, Albany, GA

Melody, You have been in my prayers all day.

- Sheryl Aeger Gay, , GA

Melodie the strength you have and used for your son was incredible. You must now use it for you. There are never any words for such loss and hurt. In the days ahead when you look on here and Facebook see all the people who have and are responding to your hurt. Because you mean a lot to a lot of people. God bless and care for you and all of your family.

- James Bryant, Savannah, GA

Praying for Tyler's family. What joy he must now be experiencing, free from all the pain and suffering and getting to spend the rest of eternity with his Lord. God bless those that survive him and may they find peace during this difficult time. Psalm 116:15

- Matt Mullininx, Savannah, GA

Please know that prayers are being lifted up for all of you by so many people who are blessed to have your family touch our lives in so many ways. Love to all.

- Susan Brown Barfield, Savannah, GA

Melodie: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I can only hope you can take comfort in knowing that he is with God and pain free. Though I was never able to meet Tyler, I know how lucky he was to have you as his mother. God Bless you and your family.

- Nancy Manucy Lawson, Savannah, GA

Melodie, Stanley and Family, We hold you close in our hearts and prayers. We remember with joy the time spent with you at IOHUMC and watching Tyler grow up there. Know of our continuing thoughts and prayers.

- Mavis and Jim Trice, Macon, GA

Melodie, we are praying for God's love to bring you comfort. You are in our prayers.

- Mike & Nancy Futral, Marietta, GA

Melodie I was so saddened to hear of your loss. My heart and prayers are with you. I know you have a strong faith and God will see you through this difficult time.

- Bridgett Olano, Savannah, GA

I am so very sorry to learn of Tyler's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

- Maryanne Stahl, English teacher, Savannah, GA

Melodie and family, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Brian and Sandra Hart

- Sandra Hart, Savannah, GA

Melodie, you are in our thoughts and prayers sending love your way ! Love, Suzanne and Randy

- Suzanne Davis, Savannah, GA

Mr and Mrs Moore, I have been thinking about you both since my mom shared the news. I love you both and will continue to remember and love Tyler and the contribution you all made to my life. I grew up with your family and have missed the connection we had and all the good times we shared. I wish more that anything I could be there on Thursday, but know that you are in my prayers. I know he is in a better place now and I am glad he is no longer suffering. I love y'all and I am so sorry for your loss.

- Amy Marie Ridgway, Key West, FL

My thoughts and prayers are with you all...

- Larry Hay, Denver, CO

Melodie and Stanley, There are no words to express how sorry we are. Our hearts ache for you both. We hope that you can find some comfort in knowing that Tyler is in God's loving arms and is free of pain. Y'all are in our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers. With deepest sympathy and love, Mark & Lynn

- Mark & Lynn Troughton, Savannah, GA

Melodie and family, We know that there are no words we can say to ease your pain, but please know all the prayers of friends and family will surely be with you each day. You are thought of and prayed for daily. Charles and Zelda Dubberly

- Charles & Zelda Dubberly, Savannah, GA

Dear Melodie, Words truly are inadequate to say how sorry we were to hear of Tyler's pain and suffering over the years! I have thought of you so often and have missed you! You and your family will be in my prayers daily! Our Heavenly Father will sustain you through your loss!

- Debbie Wallace, Savannah, GA

Melodie, My heart is breaking for you. Of all the people I have met in my life I learned the most about faith from you. I hope your faith remains constant and true and comforts you during this unimaginable time. Tyler was a wonderful boy and a shining example of faith and love. With love, Ginny Doss Brewer

- Ginny Brewer, Greensboro, NC

Dear Melodie and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Wish there was something we could say or do to make it easier. With love and prayers, Jane and Bonnie

- Jane Rollins and Bonnie Furnanz, Savannah, GA

I am so sorry Melody. I pray God will comfort you and your family during this difficult time. Keep a strong faith and may God bless you.

- Jack Wilson, Savannah, GA

Melodie, We are so sorry for your loss. Know that Tyler is not in pain any longer. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

- Susan Koss, Albuquerque, NM

our prayers are with you

- jim and eunice brewer, Statesville, NC

Beyond the door, There's peace I'm sure, And I know there'll be no more Tears in Heaven...' Dear Melodie and family, May our Heavenly Father assuage the anguish of your bereavement and swaddle you in the warmth of His peace, love, and blessings of comfort. With all my love,

- Charles M. Zimmerman, Roswell, GA

Melodie ~ I had just recently found out about Tyler's condition and everything your family was going through. From the moment I met you there was one thing that was for certain, your love for Tyler. You are an amazing mom. You could see that in Tyler even as a young boy in Elementary school that he was loved and was being taught by a strong woman. May that strength and the knowledge of his love help you to continue on without him here. I am truly sorry for your loss. Thoughts and Prayers. Love ~amy

- Amy Morrison Hayden, Roanoke, VA

Derek and I knew Tyler during his time in Leadville. I don't know if I could find a more polite, respectful, sweet souled, kindhearted and loving young man. My heart is breaking that we didn't know about his condition and weren't able to let him know that we still think of him and laugh over some of the times spent there. He touched our lives and our hearts in the short time that we knew him. Thank you for sharing him with us for a little while.

- Mary TIrrell, Colorado Springs, CO

Melodie, my heart is breaking for your family. Words are inadequate to express the sorrow that I feel for the loss of Tyler. I will definitely continue to hold you in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if I can do anything.

- Lori Hecker, Savannah, GA

Melodie and family, I am so sorry about Tyler, I wish I could say something, I know of no words right now. Please know that I am praying for you daily. When I heard that he had died the first thought I had was your mom....I know she was there waiting for him, I hope that brings some comfort to your broken heart.

- Susan Cetchovich-Snaza, Savannah, GA

Melodie, Our thoughts and prayer are always with you. We are thankful Tyler is with his heavenly father now and out of pain. Janice and Gene Pate

- Janice Pate, Midland, GA

Melodie, Our thoughts and prayer are always with you. We are thankful Tyler is with his heavenly father now and out of pain. Janice and Gene Pate

- Janice Pate, Midland, GA

Melodie, after reading all the beautiful sentiments written by friends, I can only add the following poem that was a favorite of my mother's. 'My life is but a weaving between my God and me, I do not choose the colors, He worketh steadily. Oft times He weaveth sorrow and I in foolish pride, forget He sees the upper and I the underside. Not till the loom is silent and the shuttles cease to fly, will God unveil the canvas and explain the reason why the dark threads are as needful in the skillful Weaver's hands, as the threads of gold and silver in the pattern He has planned.' You are my dear friend and I keep you in my heart and prayers. Ava

- Ava Buck, Rincon, GA

Melodie - We are so sadden by your loss!!God looked around His garden and He found an empty place. He then looked down upon this earth, and saw your tired face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best. He knew that you were suffering, He knew you were in pain. He knew that you would never get well on earth again. He saw the road was getting rough and the hills were hard to climb So He closed your weary eyelids, and whispered, Peace be thine. It broke our hearts to lose you but you didn't go alone, For part of us went with you the day God called you home.

- David and Melinda Johnson and Tybee, Brooks, GA

Melodie, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Donna

- Donna Willoughby Olsen, Greenville, SC

Mr. Stanley and Ms. Melodie, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Tyler was such a great person. I know he is in a better place and finally pain free. You both are in my constant thoughts and prayers.

- Chad Troughton, Memphis, TN

Melodie, My heart is breaking for you. You are a strong woman and you were an amazing advocate for Tyler. Please use your strength to take care of yourself now. Know you are loved and lean on those of us that are there for you. There are many,many friends that are there for you. God has his arms wrapped around you. I hope you can find some comfort in that. It has been amazing to watch you fight for Tyler. You are the BEST mom. Tyler is safe, at peace, and pain free. God bless you, sweetheart as you go through the next few days and months.I wish I could be there to support you tonight and tomorrow. Please know I am doing that from here. Melodie

- Melodie Reed, Peachtree City, GA

Melodie and family, May God bring you peace during this difficult time. My prayers are with you.

- Donna Coover Hartness, Decatur, GA

This world is not conclusion; A sequel stands beyond, Invisible, as music, But positive, as sound.' - Emily Dickinson 1830-1886 Words are so inadequate at moments like this. Dear Tyler was so loved and will be so missed. Tyler now is lovingly embraced by his Creator, the One who made the streams and trails that gave him such great pleasure. Many prayers and thoughts.

- William Peterson, Savannah, GA

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord lift you with strength, may He embrace you with Love and may He fill you with His Faith. My love to you all.

- Dede Roberts, Savannah, GA

My deepest sympathy and prayers go out for you in this time of loss. May God Bless and comfort you.

- Kandi Cavin, Midway, GA

Stanley and Melodie, I am so sorry to hear of Tyler's death. Know that you both are in my thoughts and prayers

- Tommy Brooks, Shreveport, LA

Melodie, words are inadequate to empathize with the sorrow and grief that you all feel. Though I have only come to know your family in recent years, I know that Tyler was deeply loved and supported by each of you,and that treasured memories of him will be celebrated always in your hearts.You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

- Julie Getty, Savannah, GA

Melodie & Family, we are lifting you all up in our prayers knowing that God will carry your through this difficult time. You are loved by many and have a strong community to support you and help you through each passing day.

- George & Dawn Quattlebaum, Savannah, GA

Melodie, My heart grieves for you. You and your family will be our prayers during this difficult time. Holly and Clay Geriner

- Holly, Savannah, GA

Praying for God's peace to surround you all.

- Carol Bowman, Savannah, GA

To all of Tyler's family, You are and will remain in our hearts, thoughts and prayers for peace in the days to come. Tyler will be missed by all. Heaven is richer with his presence. Michael, Patty and Drew Pierce

- Patty Pierce, Richmond Hill, GA

Melodie and family, We are saddened to hear of your loss. May God's love bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead.

- Jimmie and Carolyn Hart, Savannah, GA

We are so sorry for your loss. I hope you can find peace and comfort in knowing that Tyler is dancing on the streets of gold and no longer in pain or suffering. We will continue to remember your family in our prayers. Love, The Lariscy's

- Debbie Lariscy, Garden City, GA

All our love to you.

- Susan Lynn Hay, Ellabell, GA

My deepest sympathy to the family and especially to Melodie. May God bless you all with a peace that passes understanding and supports you in your time of grief.

- Rev. Billy Wassner, Port Orange, FL

Melodie, my heart goes out to you and your family. When I think of Tyler I see he and Kat playing in their own world, and Tyler smiling that absolutely contagious smile of his. He will be so dearly missed and so dearly remembered. Prayers for all of you.

- Donna Rountree, Albany, GA

Melody, You have been in my prayers all day.

- Sheryl Aeger Gay, , GA

Melodie the strength you have and used for your son was incredible. You must now use it for you. There are never any words for such loss and hurt. In the days ahead when you look on here and Facebook see all the people who have and are responding to your hurt. Because you mean a lot to a lot of people. God bless and care for you and all of your family.

- James Bryant, Savannah, GA

Praying for Tyler's family. What joy he must now be experiencing, free from all the pain and suffering and getting to spend the rest of eternity with his Lord. God bless those that survive him and may they find peace during this difficult time. Psalm 116:15

- Matt Mullininx, Savannah, GA

Please know that prayers are being lifted up for all of you by so many people who are blessed to have your family touch our lives in so many ways. Love to all.

- Susan Brown Barfield, Savannah, GA

Melodie: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I can only hope you can take comfort in knowing that he is with God and pain free. Though I was never able to meet Tyler, I know how lucky he was to have you as his mother. God Bless you and your family.

- Nancy Manucy Lawson, Savannah, GA

Melodie, Stanley and Family, We hold you close in our hearts and prayers. We remember with joy the time spent with you at IOHUMC and watching Tyler grow up there. Know of our continuing thoughts and prayers.

- Mavis and Jim Trice, Macon, GA

Melodie, we are praying for God's love to bring you comfort. You are in our prayers.

- Mike & Nancy Futral, Marietta, GA

Melodie I was so saddened to hear of your loss. My heart and prayers are with you. I know you have a strong faith and God will see you through this difficult time.

- Bridgett Olano, Savannah, GA

I am so very sorry to learn of Tyler's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

- Maryanne Stahl, English teacher, Savannah, GA

Melodie and family, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Brian and Sandra Hart

- Sandra Hart, Savannah, GA

Melodie, you are in our thoughts and prayers sending love your way ! Love, Suzanne and Randy

- Suzanne Davis, Savannah, GA

Mr and Mrs Moore, I have been thinking about you both since my mom shared the news. I love you both and will continue to remember and love Tyler and the contribution you all made to my life. I grew up with your family and have missed the connection we had and all the good times we shared. I wish more that anything I could be there on Thursday, but know that you are in my prayers. I know he is in a better place now and I am glad he is no longer suffering. I love y'all and I am so sorry for your loss.

- Amy Marie Ridgway, Key West, FL

My thoughts and prayers are with you all...

- Larry Hay, Denver, CO

Melodie and Stanley, There are no words to express how sorry we are. Our hearts ache for you both. We hope that you can find some comfort in knowing that Tyler is in God's loving arms and is free of pain. Y'all are in our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers. With deepest sympathy and love, Mark & Lynn

- Mark & Lynn Troughton, Savannah, GA