Tyler Austin Hintze, 29, of Phoenix, AZ tragically left this life April 24th, 2017. He was born October 2, 1987 in Phoenix, the son of Jim Hintze and Ann (Kelling) Guidera. Tyler was an adventure seeker who lived life with wild abandon!
Living the Dream… Life of the Party. Loyal Friend. Free Spirit, Enthusiastic Son, Dreamer, Charismatic Brother, Adventure Seeker, Loving Grandson, Bartender Extraordinaire, Inspirational Cousin, Entrepreneur, Authentic Uncle, Renaissance Man, Spontaneous, Childlike Wonder, Explorer, Mentor, Genuine Nephew, Jokester, Conspiracy Theorist, Godson, Crazy Dance Moves, Jesus, Summer Sausage, Touché’, Jack Sparrow, Rock Star, Costume Artist, Documentary Enthusiast, Mustache Man, Swag Wagon, Bandana’s, The Most Interesting Man in the World, Tie Die, Rocky Pointe, Mango, GI Joes, Camper, Beach Barter, Alaska Fisherman, Millennial, Snow Boarder, European Traveler, Fanny Packs , St. Thomas, Lake of the Ozarks, The Missing Piece Meets the Big O, Every Moment Memorable, Breckenridge, Palm Trees, Hipster. Touché. I am Legend.
A ‘Celebration of Life’ was hosted by his family & friends. For commemorative sharing of photos, stories and ongoing celebrations, please visit his Face Book Memorial: “Living the Dream” Tyler Hintze. Condolences can be mailed to: Tyler Hintze Memorial 3323 N. 25th St., Phoenix, AZ 85016.
He is loved and survived by… everyone who ever met him. Do you know Tyler?
Jeanne Gibeau
My heart is heavy and like everyone I will miss his shooting star that was always shining so brightly. I am sending lots of love and healing thoughts for his Mom Ann, Dad Jim, Grama Kathy, Sister Jessica, Brother Devin , his Love Linsey, all his wonderful Aunts and Uncles Neices and Nephews , and hundreds of friends. My daughters Jordan ( his step sister) , and Amanda will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Barbie and her family
Words may not suffice to express the heartfelt sorrow that we feel for the passing of your son. Please accept our condolences.
Much love and support from his European Family, Barbie, her mom Nathalie, her dad Jacques, her grandmothers Irène and Maria and grandfather Jean.
Pam Hintze
Such a sad loss. Tyler, you are terribly missed. A free fierce spirit, so much energy, like a shooting star. Hope to see you again sweet Nephew. Unforgettable…
Rudy R
Met him through his work, and I have to say he was one of the most down to earth hard working people I met. It was an honor to meet your child, lots of laughs and good times. My sincerest condolences to the family. Rest in Paradise brother Ty! You will be missed!
Ryan Frye
Though we hadn’t talked in a while, you were never far from thoughts. During a rebirth in my life, you came and enhanced it. You helped me see the beauty in life when I was mint able to. You reminded me to enjoy my life and take each moment to its fullest. I’m sad that I won’t hear you laugh or share a joke and a smile, but I’m happy you won’t have the darkness anymore. Only the light my brother. Thank you for being apart of this crazy human existence. My condolences to Tyler’s family.
Anne Gorin
Words cannot express how devastated I am for Tyler to have left this Earth so soon… too soon. I am at loss of words but would like to give my most sincerest sympathy and condolence to Tyler’s family, loved ones, and friends. He was the light of the party, in fact, he would light up any room the moment he would walk in…. He will be missed, oh so missed. Yours truly, Anne (his Frenchie Poop friend) <3
Janice Hintze Western
My heart aches. I am so sorry, Jimmy for you and your family. There are no words that I can find so I can only say I will continue to pray for Tyler and your family. Your dad will hold him close.
I love you
Jimmy Shoffman
Jenny and family, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Arlene Candella
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Carrie Cano
I am just now hearing of his passing. I first met Tyler in high school and although we went to different schools, he grew to be a good friend and even my prom date my senior year of high school. I hadn’t talked to Tyler or seen him in years until running into him downtown bar tending at Cobra arcade bar. The last time I saw him was a month or two before I moved out to NYC. He even gave me a free drink and made sure to say hello. I remember telling my current boyfriend “he was my prom date and we got kicked out that night!” That was definitely one of the best memories I will have of him for sure! That’s just who he was- life of the party and adventure seeker for sure. He was also kind hearted, full of life and just wanting to be a friend to anyone and everyone. Tyler’s free spirit and genuine good hearted nature will never be forgotten. I will never forget you, Tyler. You will truly be missed by many! My sincerest condolences to your family and friends.
Mitchell Alexander
Tyler was one of the happiest and funniest humans I’ve ever met. It was a pleasure working with and knowing him. He helped me be more comfortable in my own skin and for that i will always be thankful. Much love and good vibes towards his family and friends.
Margaret Burke Bobbitt
Jimmy, I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your son, Tyler. I pray that our lifelong friendship may bring you some small comfort.
Gourdy Christian and Jane
Jane and Christian are with you, dear Candace, and your familly, in this sad time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tricia
I met Tyler years back and always thought so highly of him. He radiated joy and kindness and his smile was contagious. We weren’t ever close friends, but I knew well enough how wonderful of a person he was. He is loved by so many and my thoughts are with his friends and family.
Randy & Melissa Randazzo
Our hearts break for all those who knew and loved Tyler, especially his mom and dad in their depth of sorrow. May God’s comfort blanket you during your grief.
Fabian
I took several classes with Tyler in high school, went to New York, and graduated with my dear friend. The only memories I have are positive memories and I will never forget the good times. You truly impacted my life with your positive attitude and I promise you will never be forgotten. I am saddened by your absense but I know you are in a better place looking over all of us. I love you brotha.
Joan Ellen Pearlman
I am sorry for your loss of an Amazing person who left this world way too soon. You all are in my prayers.
Nicole (Elliott) Magnus
Ann, I’m so terribly saddened for your loss. I imagine it’s hard to comprehend. Too young! Please accept my condolences for the whole his loss has created.
Malkoon Family
Dear Hintze Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. His life was a blessing, and though our encounters were all too brief, we remember them as meaningful along the journey. From Pack 340 Cub Scouts at St. Thomas to our last full family reunion style hugging embrace at the Cobra, like every encounter in between and with every Hintze we have known, we knew his kind heart. It is the Free Thinkers among us who advance the Human Spirit that struggle most with our Human Condition, often at the expense of personal gain.
Our Heart Felt Condolences,
The Malkoon Family
Gloria Hines
Ann I am so sorry for your loss of Tyler. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Always remember his caring spirit forever in your heart. He was loved by so many ~ and will be greatly missed.
love you my dear friend….
Michael T. Hunt
I met Tyler last January when Cobra opened for the first time and he was always the most fun, energetic dance machine, rap extraordinaire! I got to know him even more and always enjoyed his smile and attentive eyes. I will miss him very much and I know his amazing friends and family will too. I’m glad that energy cannot be destroyed only transferred so I know he’s not lost. My heart goes out to all of you. The most love.
– Michael Hunt
Nicholas
Understanding, caring, patience, beauty and strength. These are five tenants to live by. And in time of enormous challenge, we may only find solace in one. I send you all of my personal strength. I pray that the sorrow is lifted
Katie Hintze
My heart goes out to my Uncle Jim, Aunt Ann and my cousins for this terrible loss. I am always going to miss his smile and laughter, but mostly his dance routine with my cousin – Aimee at weddings we have. Heaven gained a beautiful soul and I am glad he got to meet my grandfather, finally. Praying for time to help heal this loss we all are feeling, right now
caroline v. bissell
i was not fortunate enough to know tyler, but when i walked into the celebration last evening to honor his mother and grandmother and their family and saw enough people to populate a small town, i knew how much he was loved and will be missed. after reading the small bio card that was handed out, i was thoroughly convinced that ann and jim had created and nurtured a multi faceted, marvelous person. i am truly sad for everyone’s loss.
Alvin Rollier & family
To the Hintze Family,
Please accept our deepest condolences for the loss of Tyler. We have fond memories of our Boy Scout days with your family. Even though nothing can prepare you for this kind of loss, you can take some comfort knowing that one day you will be reunited with him in Heaven.
Sincerely,
The Rollier Family
Dianne
I have known Tyler long enough to call him my son. I will miss how he always flirted with me he knew how to make this old lady smile and blush. I love you Tyler. My prayers go out to all that are hurting from our loss.
Janet Torzala
Hintze Family,
So sorry to hear about about Tyler. Praying for all of you.
Janet (Grass) Torzala
Cindy Bellant
So very sorry to hear of your son’s passing Ann. Although I didn’t know him personally, I have seen many of your memories and see that he is a bright spirit with humor, laughter and love for all. May God wrap you and all the Kelling women and families tightly in his loving arms and help you to continue to celebrate his spirit. Love to you all!
Cindy (Spence) Bellant
Vicki Richards
I can’t begin to adequately express the depths of my sympathy after hearing this tragic news. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to Tyler’s entire family and circle of friends…especially to Jim, Devin, Jessica, Logan and Ann. Tyler was a truly special and unique soul. I am so deeply sorry for your unimaginable loss.
Guy Miklos
My greatest sympathies to Tyler’s family.
I was so shocked when I received notification of Tyler’s death from Kathie. How could this be?! Tyler was so young, so full of life, fun, and adventure, he was so skilled socially and appeared to me un-phased by any situation, person or challenge that came his way. He was a wonderful support to my beloved Wally (David Wallace) while Wally was struggling with the progress of his terminal cancer. He cheered Wally out of morbid desperation numerous times, and Wally and I both enjoyed joking with him in ways that no-one else would have dared or seen fit.
I’ve been feeling very sad these last few days, not only because Tyler is gone, but also because when he died, he took with him a part of the living memory of Wally. Now, like Wally, what lives on of Tyler is our memories of him. He persists in our minds as long as we think of him. I will be thinking of him whenever I think of Wally. They’ve gone to the same place. When my time comes it will be a comfort to believe that I’ll be joining them.
I’ve just watched the memorial slide show on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFtqbJ_qO8M
The sky-dive had tears rolling down my cheeks. So full of life there. Why can’t he still be!
Dear Ann, I’m so sorry for you in particular. A mother should never have to suffer the loss of her child. Can there be anything more painful?