Tyler Drew Kidd, 34, formerly of Hutchinson, died August 11, 2020, at his home. He was born May 8, 1986, in Hutchinson, to Mark Kidd and Lori (Mendenhall) Kidd Durant.
Tyler graduated from Hutchinson High School in 2005. He enjoyed life, loved to laugh and to make people laugh. Tyler was often found listening to vintage music such as Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, the Beatles, Pink Floyd, and the Rolling Stones on his old-school record player. He also spent many late nights playing video games.
Tyler joined the United States Army in 2007, in which he found his source of purpose and pride. He served two consecutive tours in Iraq with the 25th Infantry Division. Tyler received the Army Commendation Medal for his exceptional service during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Tragically, Tyler’s Army career was cut short due to a training exercise in Hawaii. He was honorably discharged in 2012.
Tyler is survived by father, Mark Kidd (Kristy), Hutchinson; mother, Lori Durant (Brian), Hutchinson; sisters, Gretchen Hughes (John), New Castle, CO, Gemma, Amiah, Naliyah, and Aneesa Durant of the home; brother, Jeremy Kidd (Brandon Dueser), Wichita; stepbrothers, Brok and Kreighton Morris, Colwich; grandfather, Clyde Kidd, Hutchinson; niece and nephew, Hadley and Grayson Hughes; aunts and uncles, Doug Kidd (Cindy), Barbara Moe (Denny), Steve Mendenhall (Annie), Sherrie Owen (Phil), Alan Mendenhall (Kathy); numerous cousins and extended family; and his faithful dog, Teddy.
Tyler was preceded in death by grandmother, Doris Kidd, and grandparents, Elwood and Norma Mendenhall.
Cremation has taken place. Private family services will be held in Haviland Cemetery, with Military Honors conducted by Fort Riley Honor Guard. Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday at Elliott Mortuary.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.
The family would like to thank all of the staff at the Topeka VA for their wonderful care for Tyler.