Obituary of Tyler Kovats

Tyler Nathaniel Kovats was born in Wetaskiwin on April 10, 1990, first son to proud parents Julian and Michele. Tyler was full of life and energy from the moment he came into this world. On December 21, 1992, Tyler became a big brother to Jordan. He was a loving and caring brother, always happy to have his little brother tagging along. Very unusual for brothers, but these two never fought. They were each others best friend. In 1997, a new step brother (Matthew Van Alstyne) and step dad (Marlow Van Alstyne) came into his life. Together we shared so many wonderful family memories that we will forever hold close to our heart.

 

Looking for an outlet for Tyler's endless energy, he became involved in sports at a young age, first hockey and later soccer. In his early teens, Tyler travelled to Europe with his soccer team for a once in a lifetime experience. When Tyler wasn't at the hockey rink or on a soccer field, you might find him playing Halo or Starcraft with his buddies, pulling out the Risk board for a family Sunday afternoon as became our tradition, or trying to learn a new trick on his skateboard.

 

After high school, Tyler moved to Swan Hills and began working on a Service Rig with Nabors Drilling. He loved to work hard and get his hands dirty.

 

A couple years after moving to Swan Hills, he met his love Jami Van Grootel. Their love weathered the storms and was undying. Even when distance separated them, their love endured.

 

Tyler moved to Calgary in December 2014 and was excited about a fresh new start in his life. He started doing some construction work and loved learning some new skills. He made wonderful new friends and met his bro who he was inseparable from, Joshua. Tyler fell in love with Calgary and the surrounding area, and was always excited to tell us about his outings and the new discoveries. We find great peace in remembering these last few months, and having the opportunity to share in Tyler's excitement for life and the future.

 

Tyler was an outgoing young man who loved meeting new people, and always surrounded himself with friends. He loved the outdoors, hiking and fishing, and just being with friends.

 

Tyler left us peacefully on April 24th, close to friends he called his brotherhood.

 

Left to cherish and honor the memory of Tyler's life are: Michele and Jeff Trumpour, mother and step-father Julian Kovats, father Marlow Van Alstyne, step-father Matthew Van Altyne, step-brother Jami Van Grootel, girlfriend Janet Buchner and Greta Kovats, grandmothers Aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends

 

The family would like to sincerely thank so many friends and family who have been a support to us during this very difficult time. Your thoughts and prayers have given us strength and mean the world to us.

 

A Funeral Service was held on Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 1:00 p.m., from Solid Rock Lutheran Church with Pastor Collin Hauch officiating.

 

If friends so desire memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to The Calgary Dream Center (4510-Macleod Tr. SW Calgary, Ab. T2G 0A4).