Ty Aziz Lauderdale

We are heartbroken to share the sudden and unexpected passing of Ty Aziz Lauderdale in Henderson, NV. Ty was big in stature with a larger-than-life personality, known for his intelligence, humor, prankster nature, billion-dollar smile and knack for living in the moment. He was caring, giving, compassionate, and always brought laughter to those around him.

Ty’s presence touched so many and he will be remembered for his infectious smile and vibrant spirit to his family and all his friends. He came from a supportive, devoted, close-knit family. His loss has left a profound void in his family's lives and cherished friends.

Ty graduated from Rancho Cucamonga High School. He was a two-time Scholar Athlete and three time All-League while ending his senior year as an Iron Man Champion. He graduated with several offers to play football in college in California and other states but he accepted a football/track and field scholarship at Menlo College in Palo Alto Ca. He played as a defensive lineman captain of the team and threw shot put & discus on the track and field team. Ty became a scholar athlete at Menlo college with two years on the deans list. He played football across the U.S. and in Montreal, Canada, being the first generation back in his Great Grandmother’s birthplace. He felt her spirit guide him on the football field.

He was hired as one of the college resident assistants and was a positive academic role model for the on campus residents maintaining their safety, organizing and leading multiple programs for over 300 residents. Ty was hired as a Stanford University event Manager and was voted student body president for Menlo college during his academic career. College students looked forward to him hosting the annual Apollo Night at Menlo and closing the show with his rendition of Soulja Boy, “Crank That Dance” on stage. He was a member of clubs on campus including Accounting, Black Student Union and The Pacific Islander Club where he performed the traditional HAKA Polynesian war cry dance celebration at events in the Bay Area with other members as well as at his football games.

He graduated from Menlo College with a Bachelor of Science (B.S) in Business Management majoring in Accounting, Marketing & International Management. He was the Financial Executives International Annual scholarship award winner. Received an internship with the Big 4 Global Accounting firm KPMG and was hired as an Audit Associate in Santa Clara upon graduation from Menlo College.

He continued his career as a Senior Accountant for three more accounting firms in Walnut Creek, Long Beach and San Jose.

Ty traveled to other countries and enjoyed visiting new places he had not been to in the U.S. with friends and his family. He also loved coming home engaging in being super competitive with his family games of monopoly, Clue, Trivial Pursuit and several more. He also enjoyed working out, outdoor sports, recently intricate puzzles with his mom and video games. He loved spending time with his family going to several places like shows, outdoor events but repeated visits to Disneyland and Universal Studios was a must. Those that went had to experience a race against time getting fast passes and riding every ride in the park several times, lunch interfered with the goal, homemade sandwiches.

Ty came from a devoted and close-knit family. His passing has been especially hard on his family. His mother,Tyra, is a dedicated school teacher, and his father, Mark, a distinguished 32 year career L.A.P.D. officer recently retired. Ty’s siblings, Ericka and her beautiful kids, Amari, and Trent, are devastated by this loss. We will carry a piece of Ty in our hearts of support, inspiration and love. His loss has left a vast empty space in our lives, as well as in the hearts of all who knew him.

Ty is also preceded in death by his Uncle Ty, which Ty was very proud and honored to be named after. Thank you for coming to support us and going above and beyond with your love and support in our time of need. Uncle Ty and Erica Lauderdale & Kai and family, Aunt Jayna and Uncle Governor & family, Great Aunt Sylvia Criss, Cousin Steven and Donna & Austin Criss, Great Aunt Bree Andrews & Ade, Taylor & Kendall & family, Cousin Chuck and Karla Grant, Carissa, Courtney, Christina, Chuck Jr. and family, Cousin Tanya & Xavier Nelson. Grandparents Selma Isaac, Jack & Mac Lauderdale, Winfred and Michelle Boyd and several Uncle’s, Aunts, first cousins, second cousins, family members and extended family. Passed on Grandmother Kathleen Andrews, Great Grandmother Florence Murrell and Great Grandfather Charles Andrews.

Ty’s friends meant so much to him in life throughout his amazing journey and has been an awesome support to us after his passing. Andrew Hernandez & Bianca Gonzalez, Eric & Ana Rodriguez, Drake Austin, Hezekiah Burton, Chantel Ybarra, Jedidiah Burton, Alex Boyd, Kendra McIntyre, Victor Espinoza & Trynell Thompson and so many more. His friends in the Bay area, Menlo College community and his friends from Rancho Cucamonga High School have made an impact on his life’s journey that Ty spoke of his appreciation for you all a lot. Menlo College Alumni Friends and his Menlo College Football team were amazing memories Ty loved so much.

Thank you for your constant support and coming to help me in my time of need. My LAPD partner Baxter, Drexel Rivers, Darryl Walker, The Banning Alumni We have been blessed with amazing friends, Monica and Eric Larson, Our wonderful neighborhood Watch and friends in our community. The Los Angeles Police Dept. Brothers & Sisters and the Los Angeles Sheriff's Dept. Brothers and Sisters

Our Walk Church Community which has been an amazing blessing of love and support.

Pastor Marvin & Jinaki and family, thank you for this beautiful blessing. Pastor Heiden & Nina Ratner, Thank you both for being Ty’s good friends, he really cared about you both and the Mens Group. Everyone that donated on GoFundMe to support. Words can never express your true blessing of kindness and support towards us for Ty. Friends that sent cards, flowers, wonderful meals, kind words, hugs, a listening ear, cried with us and gave us wonderful support in our devastated time of grief, we will forever be grateful to you for giving us your time, love and support. You have all truly blessed us and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Davis Funeral Home staff, Maria Sandoval & Gloria Gomez, were absolutely amazing, patient and kind to us.

We thank you for your thoughts, prayers, and kindness. Thank you for coming together with us to remember and celebrate Ty as he would LOVE.

I truly miss you, My Ty
Love, Mark, Tyra, Erica, Amari & Trent.