A Warrior, A Builder, A Husband: Remembering Tyler “Z”
El Paso, TX — The community is grieving the unimaginable loss of Tyler “Z”, a beloved husband, father, Army veteran, and master builder at Sinister Kustoms, who passed away unexpectedly on August 28th, 2025. Tyler’s sudden death has left a trail of heartbreak among family, friends, colleagues, and all who were lucky enough to share in his journey.
Tyler was known for his hands—hands that built powerful machines, homes, and memories—but more than that, he was known for his heart. His life was a testament to strength, loyalty, and love. As a proud United States Army veteran, he served his country with honor. As a builder, he created works that turned heads and sparked admiration. But above all else, Tyler was a devoted husband to Briana and a proud father, fiercely protective of the family he built.
He was just weeks away from renewing his vows with Briana in October—a celebration of enduring love that now will become a tribute to a bond that not even death can sever.
Gone Too Soon: A Devastating Blow to Family and Friends
Tyler’s passing came without warning, turning dreams into dust and celebration into mourning. The shock of losing someone so full of life, so deeply loved, has been overwhelming for his wife Briana, his children, and all who stood by him. Friends describe him as “larger than life,” “the guy you could always call,” and “the one who’d give you the shirt off his back.”
To his coworkers at Sinister Kustoms, Tyler wasn’t just a craftsman—he was the soul of the shop. A mentor, a motivator, and the kind of guy who could take a pile of metal and turn it into something extraordinary. To his fellow veterans, he was a brother. And to his family, he was their rock.
His absence is a silence that screams. A once bright light, now gone, leaving the people who loved him trying to make sense of the emptiness.
A Call for Support: Honoring a Life That Touched So Many
In the wake of this tragic loss, a Celebration of Life is being planned to honor Tyler’s memory. It will be a gathering of everyone he impacted—a chance to share stories, shed tears, and hold space for the incredible life he lived. His loved ones are also facing the difficult burden of sudden funeral and living expenses. A community fundraiser has been launched to support Briana and the children as they begin the unimaginable task of navigating life without him.
This is a time to give back to the man who gave so much. Every act of kindness, every donation, every shared memory is part of keeping Tyler’s legacy alive.