Mr. Tyler Christian Douglas, of Granite City, IL, formally of Marthasville, MO, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 24, 2021. He was born on November 15, 1995, in Alton, IL, to Larry Douglas and Jill (nee: Smith) Williams. Tyler had reached the age of 25 years, 3 months, and 9 days.
Tyler loved life and lived every day to the fullest. Ty never knew a stranger...He loved everyone and Everyone loved him!!! He loved his family more than anything and enjoyed spending time with them. Tyler was happiest when he was outdoors. He loved hiking, biking, snowboarding, and sledding. His favorite thing was making people laugh, whether it was practical jokes or making blogs, he loved bringing a smile to everyone’s face. Please, Jesus, wrap your arms around Tyler and bring him everlasting peace.
Tyler Douglas was preceded in death by his grandmother, Sydney "Bouya" Smith; grandfather, Guy Douglas; grandmother, Janet Douglas. Those who are very grateful for having shared in Tyler's life are his mother, Jill Williams, and stepdad, David; his father, Larry Douglas; one son, Elias Cole Roland; three siblings, Clayton, Samantha, and Elizabeth Williams; grandparents, Roy and Gina Smith, Debbie Williams, Larry Williams and wife Jan; aunts and uncles, Robin Stephens and husband Mike, Tina Mitchem, Michelle Shrewsbury, Annie Burgett, Rod Burgett and wife Lexi, Jerry Douglas, Kelly Turner and husband Brett, Mandy Franke and husband Jon, Vince Stanton, Douglas Moser and wife Courtney, Nicholas Moser; cousins, Trey, Taryn, Tucker, Tressa, Payton, Davie, Ruby, Brody, Brandt, Ywain, Christian, Owen, Nia, Antonio, Cameron, Jordan, Autumn, Jacob, Ezra; other relatives and many friends.
A Celebration of Tyler's life will be held on Saturday, March 6, 2021, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home in Marthasville. A funeral service will begin at 2:00 p.m. also at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Augusta City Cemetery in Augusta, MO. Online condolences may be made at www.martinfuneral.net.
