Braxton Alexander Lee Tyler

Braxton Tyler, age 14, of Perrysburg, Ohio, passed away on Friday, September 25, 2026, at the Russell J. Ebeid Children’s Hospital. He was born on January 5, 2012, in Sylvania, Ohio, to Heather O’Leary and Ernest Tyler. From an early age, Braxton was known for his infectious smile and happy spirit. He loved talking with everyone he met and making friends.

Braxton enjoyed playing with lights. He was fascinated with flashing lights, helium balloons, his projector, and Christmas lights, which brought him great joy. Braxton also enjoyed watching cartoons with his family, especially Alvin and the Chipmunks. He will be dearly missed by his family.

Braxton is survived by his mother, Heather O’Leary; sisters, Alexis Kiss, Adriana Tyler, and Nevaeh Tyler; his grandparents, Victoria Paul (Ted Liechty), and Kevin O’Leary. He is also survived by aunts and uncles, Beckie Cornelison, Joshua Daniels, Kevin O’Leary II, and Sumer O'Leary; nieces and nephews, Austin Cornelison, Noah (Rashalle) Cornelison, Amber (Dave) Hobbs, and Mason Daniels; and many extended family members and loved ones. Braxton was preceded in death by Larry Hoyt II, his uncle who had Menkes Syndrome as well.

A memorial gathering will be held at Freck Funeral Chapel, 1155 S Wynn Rd. in Oregon, Ohio, on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, from 4-6:00 p.m., where a memorial service will follow at 6:00 p.m. Memorial contributions in Braxton’s name can be made to the Menkes Foundation.