It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Tyler Zander Stanley-Camba, who peacefully left this world on October 31, 2024 at the age of 27. Born on October 2, 1997, in San Jose, California, Tyler radiated joy, love, and resilience from the moment he entered our lives. At the beginning of his life journey, Tyler experienced infantile spasms that profoundly inhibited his neurological growth and developed into a lifelong seizure disorder. His early prognosis did not afford him more than a single handful of years here on this Earth. Despite the challenges and the insult to his development, Tyler surpassed these expectations and lived gracefully within his capabilities emanating joy and love above and through it all.

Again, despite facing many challenges, Tyler loved to experience life and found joy in many things. Music was a central part of his world. He loved all kinds of music and could always find a rhythm to rock back and forth to, no matter the genre. Still, he had a special fondness for the driving beats of Alternative Rock, Country, and Contemporary Christian music. When he was stressed he preferred the flowing melodies of Andean pan flute music or being sung his “abc’s” to decompress. Perhaps his favorite of all was his mom’s piano playing and interactive songs which they sang together during their nightly bedtime routine. All who knew Tyler best will remember that he could almost always be found rocking and “dancing” with an enthusiastic smile beaming from his entire face.

Another of his favorite activities was riding in the car, where he would eagerly watch the world unfold beyond the window. He found joy in watching how people connected, expressed themselves, or went about their daily routines. He watched and absorbed it all, curious to learn about the world around him, and of course listening to music and rocking out in his seat. At stop signs and red lights or while parked, he would bounce the car so that those around would notice and look.

Tyler had a number of food allergies, but that never dampened his love of eating. Despite his dietary restrictions, he delighted in foods like chicken adobo, curry, and almond milk yogurt. He enjoyed special meals carefully cooked by Sheryl and Lorna at Tupaz 5 and Sally at Silver Estates. Above all, however, Tyler loved to drink water. His hearty appetite was more than just about nourishment. It was a source of joy and a way for him to experience and engage with the world.

Despite the challenges of his disability, Tyler remained exuberantly playful and spirited. Whether he was scooting around on the floor or in his wheelchair, he was always excited to explore. He cherished time spent playing on his playmat and interacting with others, finding glee in the company of those around him while also emanating his joy with his own special singing.

He formed meaningful connections with a community of caregivers, teachers, and friends who supported and loved him unconditionally. He thrived in Miss Heather’s class at Gateway School, where he was embraced by a warm and caring environment. He looked forward to his time with Jenny, his bus driver, who made each ride a special experience. He grew particularly fond of his caregivers at Tupaz 5 and enjoyed many movie nights with Adolfo as well as many other fond memories. His time at Greenacres, Spencer Group Home, Tupaz’s 5, Great Endeavors Day Program, and Silver Estates brought him a sense of belonging and connection with the people who cared for him.

Above all, Tyler had a gift for bringing joy to everyone around him. His beaming smile and ability to brighten the hearts of others will be remembered by all who knew him. His presence will be deeply missed, but his legacy of love, laughter and resilience will live on in the hearts of his family, friends, and everyone whose life he touched.

Tyler is survived by his mother Diana Camba (Jimmy Poole); father Michael Stanley; siblings Mikaela Stanley-Camba and Ander (Brayden) Camba; grandparents, Mary Weber, Joseph and Patricia Camba, and Max Stanley; aunts Lorna Houser, Jeanna (Rob) Milton, Tina (John) Parkhurst, and Shanna (Tito) Meza; uncles Loren (Theresa) Zumwalt, Matthew Stanley, Steve (Angela) Stanley, Benjamin Meeker, Jeffrey (Naneen) Weber, and Joe Camba; cousins Benjamin Meeker Jr, Joshua Stanley, Sylver, Jaspyr, Jayd and Myca Milton, Naima and Nathaniel Parkhurst, Miguel Meza, Charlotte Camba, Courtney and Carson Houser.

Tyler’s funeral ceremony will be held in San Jose for all of those whose lives he’s touched and for anyone else who would like to send him off with love from the San Jose area. Tyler’s final resting place will be in Eureka at home close to his family.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to Tyler’s Go Fund Me account to assist with covering funeral expenses and other end-of-life costs. GoFundMe at this link.

Funeral Ceremony:

Monday, November 18 at Oak Hill Funeral Home & Memorial Park
300 Curtner Ave, San Jose, CA 95125
Open visitation: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.; scheduled service at 4 p.m.

Burial Ceremony:

Saturday, November 23 at Sunset Memorial Park in Eureka
Graveside service: 10 a.m.

Rest in peace, Tyler. You will forever be loved, and your light will continue to shine brightly in our hearts.

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