7.23.2024
Seven years since you were killed by "peace officers." Why? What a waste of a beautiful man. These unhinged officers were looking for action on a boring Sunday evening. Ty should be with us today. Questions would be answered. The "peace officers" could have helped, not attacked Tyler. Mom and I will not back down from the legal action taken. The killers are going before a jury trial beginning October 7th. The jury of everyday people can decide if the tactics were reasonable or not: a biting/barking K9, strangling, being held and shot in the throat and back of the head, execution style, and the appalling tasing to end the attack.

We will make the impossibly difficult visit to the grave today and dream of what could have been.

Still missing you. Never forgotten.

RIP Tyler Rushing. 7 years ago you lost your life to the Chico police, but your memory lives on, and the fight for justice your family has been in for you will never be forgotten.

Always, remembering Tyler’s sweet gentle soul, and will forever treasure our conversations when he would come to our home to shine our windows. 

Rosa Lee Measures

Our families will always miss your wonderful son. We have memories of the great times we were able to spend with Tyler.  He will hold a special place in our hearts. Love, Cousins Sue & Pat.

We deeply miss you Tyler. You are in our thoughts all the time. We know you were a great person, friend, brother, grandson, and son. We often dream about what could have been a wonderful life for you. We have not given up on our struggle to get justice for you and others killed in such a violent manner. We get strength from the knowledge of your love for us. We will be together in another life.  Love. Dad.

Tyler, I've been thinking about you a lot today and wanted to light a candle in remembrance of all the love you showed others. I miss you so much and look forward to the day I see your smiling face again. Love Aunt Sally

Lighting a candle for Tyler Scott today for the 6th year anniversary of his death.

RIP and much love to the family who continues the fighting for justice.

You were needlessly killed by Chico Police six years ago. We are still seeking justice for you. You are constantly in our thoughts. The X Games are in Ventura today. We know you would have looked forward to seeing them. We will be together again. Love. Dad, Mom, and Hillary.

My precious 1st born Grandson. Today, on your "Birthdate" reminds me of how excited I was on this "date" 40 years ago. You were such a loving, considerate, caring child and adult. I loved your Bear Hugs you always gave me, and I look forward to the day you can greet me with your hugs on my journey to Heaven. I love you so much  Gramma Laura

We miss Tyler and he is constantly on our minds. He was killed for what? Killed by “peace officers “ and a wannabe cop. A violent death to a peaceful soul. We are still seeking some little bit of justice for you but the system is protecting the killers. We won’t give up without a fight to the end. We think that Tyler would want us to try to stop rogue cops from doing to others what was done to him. The world is a sadder place. He was a good man.

Tyler, I miss you so much. I can't believe it's been 5 years. Your parents are fighting so hard to find justice for you and many others who have been shot and killed by a police officer. I know you're proud of them. Love forever...

Tyler Rushing I never knew u but I was working at the Jack in the Box downtown on that terrible day ur life was took. May u rest in peace & my condolences to ur family. It's kind of crazy u were born only a few days before me, my birthday is October 30, 1982.

Dear Tyler,
My wonderful grandson. I miss you but know you are watching over us.
When I see a Monarch butterfly, I think of you saying everything will be alright.
I love you, Gramma Laura

We miss you terribly Ty and we’re pursuing justice so other families may avoid the shock of having a loved one killed by “peace officers”. Love for eternity. Dad.

Always and Forever Missed....A Great and Wonderful Young Man. Love from Aunts Sue and Pat

Tyler would have been 39 years young on October 22nd. When he was shot down, he was a happy young man, and he was a busy entrepreneur and budding photographer. We were lucky to have him for 34 years, and we have not gotten justice for him....yet.

Happy Birthday to my special Grandson, Tyler. You have been in my thoughts all day. You are our family's Angel watching over us and I know I will be with you someday. I love you, Gramma Laura

Love you Tyler. Hope you're smiling for your birthday.

To Tyler and his friends. Paula and I still are pursuing justice. Our lawyers have appealed the district court dismissal but then we appealed that decision so we are waiting for the Ninth Circuit Federal Appeals court to overturn the lower court decision and put the cops and guard on trial for the unnecessary use of deadly force. We believe Tyler would want us to fight the injustice of his violent and cruel killing so no one else will suffer as he did. We may lose but we are going down fighting for him. The country has learned cops kill civilians. Tyler should be alive today. We miss him every minute of every day. 

Four years later and not a day goes by that I don’t think of how much I miss you. I think back to the days that you and Deacon (my puppy who has since passed) used to cuddle on the couch with each other. Now i just imagine him walking along side wherever you guys are… my most loved cherished friends are gone. I would give anything to see you both again. Together I love you bebe.

Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart....that sweet face too!

  We want to thank all who posted their beautiful thoughts and memories of Tyler. We share your love for our grand-nephew Tyler. We have many fond memories of times visiting Santa Paula and sharing times together.
 Uncle Jon and Aunt Lois Jean

Forever missed! Love to all.

It's good to see your smile and think about you Tyler. Love to all the family.

RIP u are missed

Tyler, your death will not be in vain. We are committed to fight for justice for as long as it takes. Rest in power and peace......

Happy heavenly birthday to a Tyler! And much love and strength to his family and loved ones.

Happy Birthday Tyler (family)...!!

Aka Dee Martin

much love and respect Tyler! we met at Serenity Gathering and hung out at my camp some . still holding space for down here...

Dear Friends. Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. The fight for justice continues. We know Tyler was a man of peace and God. My little family is going to the cemetery today to meditate on our lass and the loss to the world of a good man.

Today will always be a special day for me. My first grandchild Tyler Rushing gave me so many happy years until the year he was taken from us. I recall all the bear hugs, his love of Star Wars collections, collection of 33 1/3 records of all types music and a joy of art expressions. I will see you again someday.  Gramma Laura    

Hi Everyone:
Please check the gallery of photos for the three new ones I posted yesterday. A group of chico friends held a vigil for Tyler and it was great. My friend, David Phillips organized the event. His son, Desmond, was shot dead by Chico police just fourteen weeks before Tyler.

We are remembering Tyler’s beautiful celebration of life, and the testimonies of his sweet, and gentle personality. His gentleness was a common thread expressed by everyone who spoke at the celebration. 
We treated Tyler like family, as he spent many hours in our home, while he meticulously shined our windows. He was always so courteous, and appreciative of burrito lunches that we shared. 
We had some frequent laughs as the seagulls seemed to be drawn to our shinny windows, and would leave their signature shortly after Tyler finished the job. 
We took great pleasure in recommending Tyler’s services, as we valued the incredible pride he took in every job; he always left our home shining.
Our hearts break with the loss of Tyler, and the pain his family has endured. 
We thank God for the family’s faith; a wonderful example for others to witness. 
Sending love and blessings to Paula, Scott, Hillary, and extended family.
With much LOVE,
Albert Harris and Rosa Lee Measures
 

Tyler was more than a grand-nephew, he was a great nephew. Our sincere condolences to Scott, Paula, Hillary and the entire family and family of friends.
... Uncle Jon and Aunt Lois Jean

I see that fresh, gentle face in the pictures and wonder, how could anyone hurt such a beautiful soul...

We still miss Tyler too. There are some wonderful tributes already written today, right on point. I agree with them all. Love to the family, Sue & Dennis

Today is the day heaven welcomed a very special young man three years ago. You have a special place in my heart filled with so many happy times we were together. I will see you again and enjoy more good times together. I love you. Gramma Laura

I remember Tyler as such a sweet polite young man. My boys enjoyed visiting with their second cousin. They had a lot in common riding skate boards and just simply hanging out, visiting, laughing and
just enjoying each others company.
 Our trip to Tyler's Memorial was bitter sweet. The day of the Memorial, my husband Mike and I got up early and went to the beach at 6am. Hollywood beach in Oxnard. As I stood looking out at the Ocean, I could feel the breeze and Tyler's spirit with me. My eyes filled with sorrow,
for a young man gone too soon. I felt
concern for Tyler's family and friends who would miss him dearly as well as my brother and sisters. Rest in peace dear Tyler, gone but never forgotten...

I will never frget Tyler and our shared lunches of tuna sandwiches and shared memories of the Sierra area.  ending love to his so special family. cathy Barringer

Wow! Three years. Time flies. We still think of Tyler often, so many memories with that guy. I can't help but to wonder what he would think of today. I know he would have put a smile on all of our faces.

As always sending prayers and love to Tyler and family. I will always cherish the happy memories.
Cathy Barringer

May you rest in peace with the Angels Tyler... May your Family and Friends remember all the good times and laughter... And until we all meet again, may God hold you in the Palm of his hand.

Happy birthday Ty. Mom, Hillary, and I visited your grave today, your thirty-seventh birthday. We thought of Grandma Landa too and the great meals at Red Lobster, (biscuits), we have enjoyed together on your birthday.

Today, Tyler's Birthday will always bring special memories in my life. My first born grandchild brings happy moments and joy to me. Tyler was a loving and
caring boy and young adult with concern for others around him. I loved the bear hugs he gave and didn't want to stop the connection. You were sooo loved and I know I will see you again when we will have those bear hugs again. Gramma Laura

Forever missed is right, Tyler....Happy Birthday with Love, Sue (2nd cousin) and Dennis

My first message did not go through because of my mistake with my macular eyes. I will remember dear Tyler with fondness forever. Sending much love to everyone.
Cathy Barringer

Tyler, along with the wonderful memories we have of your personality and spirit, your legacy includes the efforts of your parents to reform the actions of law enforcement officers throughout America. God willing, their good work will cause police everywhere to take the time to perform a better assessment of the situation before taking aggressive action. Lives and families will be saved thanks to the movement initiated by your death. That will be an everlasting honor to your memory.

I wanted to send continuing prayers and love to everyone who loved Tyler.
We think of him often and miss him even more. I dream of him occasionally and it is as if he never left. I posted a couple of pictures today of a monument we erected for him. It is a steel skateboard welded to a solid steel pipe and set in concrete. Every year we fix it up a bit more, new wheels, new bearings and shine it up.
It is placed in the desert where Tyler and the guys would frequent to ride motorcycles and have adventures. The monument stands in the shape of a "T" for Tyler and cast a shadow of a "T" in the morning sun and the evening sunset.
"Tyler we miss you buddy but we know you are watching us and protecting us as if you were here today."
Peace and Love!

Paula, Hillary, and I will be visiting Tyler's grave today. His ashes are at Ivy Lawn Cemetery in Ventura. Thank you to those who have supported us in this impossibly difficult time in our lives. The loss of Tyler, in such a violent manner by a "peace officer," is so inappropriate for a peaceful young man who was always friendly and kind to others.