Marcus A. Tynes, 19

Army, Private 1st Class

Based: Ft. Bragg, N.C.

2nd Battalion, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division

Supporting: Operation Enduring Freedom

Died: November 22, 2009

Kandahar province, Afghanistan

Single

Gender: Male

Hometown: Moreno Valley

High School: Valley View High (Moreno Valley)

Burial: Pierce Bros. Crestlawn Memorial Park & Cemetery, Riverside

Tynes had his heart set on someday wearing the navy blues of a Los Angeles Police Department SWAT officer. His Riverside County sheriff's Explorer program advisor had encouraged him to do a stint in the military first -- standard career advice for a would-be police officer. Tynes and paratrooper Army Sgt. James Nolen, 25, of Alvin, Texas were killed when a roadside bomb exploded near their convoy vehicle in southwest Afghanistan's Kandahar province, on the Pakistani border.

Jhanner A. Tello, 12/10/2009

Justin J. Swanson, 11/10/2009

85 memories of Marcus A. Tynes

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WHEN I HEAR "MARCUS TYNES", I THINK OF FUN, JOKES, & LAUGHTER. MY FIRST ENCOUNTER WITH MARCUS WAS AROUND THE 7TH GRADE AS A COACH ON A LOCAL PARK AND REC. BASKETBALL TEAM. HE WAS 1 OF THE BIG MEN KNOWN AS THE "CONDOS". HE WAS A HARD NOSE PLAYER AND ALWAYS GAVE A 100%. A FEW YEARS LATER HE & MY SON TEAMED UP AS OFFENSIVE LINEMEN FOR VALLEY VIEW H.S.LATER YOU COMMITTED TO SERVE THIS COUNTRY.NOW TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR PASSING LEAVES ME WITH A HEAVY HEART & TO WONDER - WHY ? BUT, WHAT I DO KNOW IS THAT I AM PROUD OF YOUR ENDEAVOR TO SERVE OUR COUNTRY AS A SOLDIER & COMMUNITY AS A POLICE EXPLORER. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS. YOU ARE A HERO - YOU GAVE ALL, MY FALLEN "SON" REST IN PEACE & GOD BLESS YOU.

COACH MOXLEY AND FAMILY.

” — ANTHONY MOXLEY Sr., November 25, 2009 at 4:50 p.m.

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Marcus was my future. Every day he would remind me he was gonna come home soon and eventually joe would be my brother in law and that we would just go on to live a happy life i would go anywhere with him just so we could be together. Till one day his brother came over to my house saying my brother died yesterday i was in shock broke down into tears couldint belive what i was hearing it was heart breaking i could only imagion how is mom fealt because she didnt even want him going. But thats what he wanted to do he wanted to fight for our country and he did what he could do till the very end and im proud of him I LOVE YOU MARCUS FOR EVER N ALWAYS YOU WILL BE IN MY HEART.

” — Crysta F, November 25, 2009 at 5:56 p.m.

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Marcus where do i begin?! Its hard to explain how i feel bro. no one really understands what it means to be apart of a team, it almost feels as if we are family! Like when me, you, and jon okeefe would go to lunch and you would jump the fence just to get a damn frosty from wendy's! man i swear you would be the other person who would never get upset off the little things!!! its getting hard for me to write this but i will continue. I remember how you told me that i needed to treat Wealthy better because she didnt seem happy. now i know what you meant. Marcus I remember your first Varsity football encounter with me. you were only a sophomore and i was junior...i was running the ball and beat everyone but to no surprise you were lined up with me and took me head on like a man...even though i won that battle that let me know that you were one hell a man with a big heart!!! After that i knew you would be something great but you turned out be an even greater friend! I dont think anyone knows how i feel right besides one person who we both know. Marcus do me a favor man when you get there tell Brooke, Allen, both my grandpas, and my grandma i said hi and miss them.

Aye Marcus dont trip "GOOD GAME COACH" that always made me laugh, but right now i have tears falling. i cant wait to see you again man...LOVE YOU BRO!

” — Mencil Coates III, November 26, 2009 at 7:32 a.m.

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Tynes,

Brother of mine....I cannot recall a time when i was not laughing when i was with you. Bro i can remember you eating Ketchup on everything man. litterally everything. We would be in the chow hall and you would eat it on mashed potatoes dude...dude i am laughin and feeling like i should break down at the same time brother. There are some words that will always make me think of you dude for instance...PRIATE WHAT ARE YOU DOING EH EH WHAT YOU DOING. Thats one of those things only you and I and a handfull of people would understand. I know that god lends us good people, and i know god had a plan for you and he has one for us all. Well he wanted his angel back so he took you from us. Brother and i do not say brother in a metaphorical term. You were my brother my family and my best friend you had my back whenever and i will never forget one second i spent with you bro.
I love you and i will miss you dude
Brothers last forever man in life and in death.
I love you brother.
Lukas R. Cullum

” — PFC Lukas R. Cullum, November 26, 2009 at 9:43 a.m.

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Marcus, Well what can be said of Marcus A.Tynes. He was the Son I never had, he was a Big brother to my daughters Briana and Crysta for 8yrs. Marcus would hang out at my house come to me with questions about anything and everything,I would listen and give the best advice I could and only hoped it would work out for him. Marcus helped himself to just about anything in my kitchen, then again he was my son(matter of speaking). He loved to eat Pop Tarts, and one Halloween night he came home from trick or treating and I had a few bags of fried chicken and he said what are you going to do with all of that? I said do you want some? he says of course. I told him go outside and knock on the door,which he did and you know what? instead of getting candy I handed him a bag of Chicken. Yes chicken. He loved it came inside and sat at the table and started eating. Mrs.Atlas thanks for bring Marcus into this world and allowing us to have Marcus as apart of our family. Marcus thanks for all you have been to our family and to the service you have giving in fighting this UGLY WAR! God Bless you. Your Missed more than U will ever know.

Love always and forever Marcus A. Tynes

Felina Fenderson

” — Felina Fenderson, November 26, 2009 at 2:16 p.m.

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Wow I wish I can hear your voice again but I can't. I remember when we first met junior year at Valley View in History class. You were so silly you called me Nebraska for the rest of the year because you couldn't remember my name and you ask me out everyday.
During our senior year I finally said yes and we were so cute everyone at school just knew we were going to get married. We accomplished a big stepping stone in our life; Graduating High School. Then we both joined the army, you as an infantry man and me as an Intel-analyst. We were able to come home and on December 25th 2008 you asked me to Mary you, and despite our parents not really agreeing, I said YES. I loved you so much (and still do). Even though you always had everyone laughing with your jokes you let me in on your real feelings and I came to see your beautiful heart and how caring you were.
But we figured that we were not ready and to young so we called it off. We remained friends and kept in touch. I am so glad that I came to see you in August right before you went to afganistan. You were an amazing person heart and soul. I just wish I had more time.
We went many places together but our first date at star bucks stared it all. I miss you more than many would know and I am praying for your mother Dana, your step father, your sister Brittany, your little Brother Johonas, your two little sisters Savana and Summer and your father Marcus Senior. There are many people that will miss you more than deeply. I Love you MARCUS ALAN TYNES.

” — Zipporah Ausbrook, November 26, 2009 at 9:03 p.m.

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I woke up from a cat nap last night gasping for air as I have for the past several days hoping that this was all just a horrible nightmare. I asked your Aunt Jackie to tell me that this had all been a dream and that you are not gone. But the ugly truth is still a reality. I am so proud of the sacrifice you made. I appreciate reading the comments about you, and your joyful loving spirit, and your excitement for being a soldier. You were a man of honor Marcus. How on earth are we supposed to live without you Marcus? I just don't know. I am a wreck, I cant sleep more than a few moments, and my hair is sticking up in the air like buckwheat! Man I look like a Chia Pet! Cha Cha Cha Chia! lol You would appreciate that. You loved to joke. I love you and I miss you from the deepest depths of my soul. You will always be my lil sweet chocolate drop with the brightest eyes that danced like stars, and a smile that warmed my heart. I will miss the raspiness in your voice and your infectious laugh. Heck, I will miss everything about you. You were so special. To have known Marcus was to love him. You could not meet Marcus and not adore him. He was just that kind of guy. Marcus every breath of your existence was a complete joy. We were bless to have you even for a short time. Thank you, Thank you Jesus for my nephew Marcus. Love Auntie Jo Jo.

” — Auntie Jo Jo, November 27, 2009 at 5:29 a.m.

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For the past several days I have been praying that this was all just a horrible nightmare. But the ugly truth is still a reality. I am so proud of the sacrifice you made. I appreciate reading the comments about you, and your joyful loving spirit, and your excitement for being a soldier. OMG you trick or treated for some Chicken? Ha ha ha! That was just you baby. You were so goofy! ha ha ha you always made me laugh my sweet baby. You were a man of honor Marcus. I keep asking God how on earth are we supposed to live without you Marcus? I just don't know. My mind still cant wrap around this. I am a wreck, I cant sleep more than a few moments, and my hair is sticking up in the air like buckwheat! Man I look like a Chia Pet! Cha Cha Cha Chia! lol You would appreciate that. You loved to joke. I love you and I miss you from the deepest depths of my soul. You will always be my lil sweet chocolate drop with the brightest eyes that danced like stars, and a smile that warmed my heart. I will miss the raspiness in your voice and your infectious laugh. Heck, I will miss everything about you. You were so special. To have known Marcus was to love him. You could not meet Marcus and not adore him. He was just that kind of guy. Marcus every breath of your existence was a complete joy. We were bless to have you even for a short time. Thank you, Thank you Jesus for my nephew Marcus. Love Auntie Jo Jo.

” — To "Juice", November 27, 2009 at 5:43 a.m.

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Even though we had not know each other very long....YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE WHEN I NEEDED A HUG OR A LAUGH! Especially SeNioR Lunch! Hahahaha Your Lincoln [Tha Boat] We were dippin! And then the last time i seen you, at the opening night of Transformers 2 I was soo excited because I knew you've joined the service and you looked soo happy at what you were doing! I never knew when I'd see you again but Im Proud of You! When you asked to sit with us I knew it would be a Comic Relief from that long line...Im honored to have that last time with you and getting to know you when I did! I love you marcus tynes and Im praying for strength from God to your family! God Rest Him In Peace!
Thanks Marcus For FIGHTING FOR OUR FREEDOM!

” — Janesche J, November 27, 2009 at 7:01 p.m.

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Dear Marcus,
Im going to miss you so much. i cant even start to express how much pain i feel right now.i know that you will truely be missed, by everyone. i remember when we first met we were going to mountain view,we had p.e. together. you would always make the whole class and i laugh. Then my smile caught your eye and we started talking, from them on we became really close friends. then high school came along and of coures you were an 10th grader and i was a 9th grader, but that didnt stop us from dateing. we dated my 7th,8th,9th,10th, and 11th grade year on and off. i will never forget the times we shared. they were the best i ever had.you were always there for me, no matter what the situation, and i thank you for that. i will never forget you,i miss you and love you always, i will see you again when the time is right. my heart and prayes go out to your family and friends. i love you so much always have and always will, no matter what you are still my angel.

” — kamyra, November 27, 2009 at 8:53 p.m.

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Man it doesn't seem real that your gone. I just talked to you a week before . I remember when we met that was my freshman year.We met at track practice and ever since then you kept me laughing. I remember you always making jokes with Coach D. Man good times. I remember when you asked me out man that was the happiest day of my life. I always had a crush on you my freshman year but never thought anything of it because of our age difference. No matter when I was mad, sad, or however I was feeling you knew how to keep a smile on my face. You were and still are a great person that everyone loved. I don't think anyone could stay mad at you. I thank you for serving our country. I realize that now you are in heaven making everyone laugh and smile. I love you so much! R.I.P. Marcus. You may be gone but you will never be forgotten.
- Brittney M.

” — Brittney M., November 30, 2009 at 2:54 p.m.

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We are so sorry for the loss of this gentle young man. We met Marcus through a friend of our family stationed at Ft. Bragg this past year. All these young men would come nearly every weekend to our home in Wilmington, NC and camp out on the floor and share meals and their life stories with us. It was always so much fun to get up on a Saturday morning and count all the boots by the door! We are honored to be able to provide them with a safe place to be while preparing for the enormous task they had ahead of them.
Marcus would always come hang out with me in the kitchen and chat and was such a kind/gentle/friendly young man. We were all so crushed to hear of this terrible loss and hope your family will find some comfort in knowing he was so well thought of by all of us and I'm sure all that knew him. He will truly be missed forever.
Our thoughts are with your family,
The Dearings of NC

” — The Dearings, December 3, 2009 at 3:34 p.m.

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WHY!!

Itz only been a year ,
And already I've lost 3 friendz,its sad 2 see them go,but I just don't understand,all I can do is greive n prey all nite long, but the way they waz taken 4rm this world waz not rite butt it waz rong, I ask thiz question everyday y did they have 2 go? But no 1 can answer that ,only "GOD" will know,its time 2 get in church and give your life 2 god, 2marrow is not promised, I kno it seems kinda odd,az 4 "ME" .. Im duin what I godda do, he saved and delivered me hell do the same 4 you, every time I think about it I tilt ma head n cry, until I leav this world ma question will alwayz b ...WHY???

Rest 'n Peradise BIG marky mark..we will alway'z love n miss yo GOOFY butt..

” — Ashtin B., December 4, 2009 at 12:34 p.m.

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i remember so many memories from the one year we went to school together. i remember no matter how down in the dumps i was you tried to make me feel better and you always did. your smile was contagious and no matter how hard i tried to resist smiling when you did it never worked when you smiled you made it impossible to not. there were times that i never wanted wake up again and without knowing it you gave me a reason. there were things i told you that i still havent told my family but you listened gave me advice and always were there for me when i needed a shoulder or an ear. you and briana were the first friends i ever made after i moved to moreno valley and im so glad you guys came over and sat down next to me outside of ms. salinas's class that day because you were one of the greatest friends i have ever made. i caould tell you anything and know you werent judging me and most of all you gave me 2 things just by being such a great friend to me the first thing was a reason to live and you really saved my life a few times and because of that you gave me the chance to have my child. i really dont think i would have made it through that year if it werent for you.

i will love and miss you always pop tart and sorry i never got you that toaster you wanted lol love you and miss you

christina williamson

” — Christina W., December 5, 2009 at 12:08 a.m.

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Marcus was a student of mine at March Valley School when he was just a 10th grader. I remember his smile, his positive attitude, that great laugh of his and his sweet nature. He was a gentleman even then. Like everyone else who has posted here, I am shocked and saddened to hear of his death. All of us at March Valley are.

To his parents, please know that those of us - Marisol Salinas Taloa, Denise Lawless Harry, Phil Steward and I - who were his teachers mourn your loss with you. Your son was a compassionate, loving, respectful young man; you must be so proud to know that Marcus lived life on his terms. We were proud to know him. Please accept our prayers and condolences to your family.

” — Cristan Greaves, Teacher, March Valley School, December 6, 2009 at 4:47 p.m.

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You were such a jovial, animated, and, most-importantly, kind-hearted person. When I remember you, I always see the brightness of your smile and feel the warmth of your personality. You were the type of person who never met a stranger… the world was your friend. Your life is such a testament! So many of us wish we could be committed to one thing, some thing, any thing GREAT at such a young age; to know and be clear about what we will devote our lives to. We stand in awe and amazement of you because you KNEW! Not only did you know, you made a commitment. Your commitment has been a lesson to us all. Even now, you reign an amazing victor… your legacy can never be defeated. I truly hope you rest in blissful peace, beautiful boy.
I extend my heart and my prayers to your parents, to your family, to your extended family, and your many, many friends. You are and always will be our hero. I will always be proud to call you cousin… I pray that the Lord will rest a peace upon all of us that surpasses all understanding.

” — Michelee Smyth-Tynes, December 7, 2009 at 7:03 a.m.

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I would just like to say I have never in my life met marcus but i attended his funeral services yesterday and honestly it was a true blessing to have seen this young man being spoked about so eloquently. Not to be judgemental but you look at us (young men in this age category) and you say most of us die because we were selling drugs, got caught up with the wrong people, doing horrible things BUT this man died and paid the ultimate sacrafice to ensure the freedom for others! I am joining the army after college and I want to be an army officer! By this experience I hope to be Army Strong as you were and still are!! God bless the family and Im praying for you in this time of need! We have to remember in this time is when we lean on Jesus and we get stuck in the blessed assurance of eternal life. If you need anything please call or email me terrell.gunn@calbaptist.edu, (415)9023415.
-Terrell Gunn
psalms 55:22 Cast thy Burdens upon the lord and he shall sustain thee, he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.

” — Terrell Gunn, December 8, 2009 at 9:21 a.m.

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HEY WATS UP BRO MARCUS U WAS A GOOD GUY MAN I REALLY CANT BELIEVE UR GONE BRO U ALWAYS HAD THAT BIG SMILE ON UR FACE AND UR BRACES ALWAYS BLINGED OUT IN THE SUN AND SOMETIMES THATS THE ONLY THING U CAN SEE IN THE DARK HAHA REMEBER U ALWAYS USED TO CALL ME AND MY BROTHERS PINEAPPLES AND STUFF AND ALWAYS THERE SLAPPIN EVERYONES BUT ON THE FOOTBALL FEILD HAHA LOL BUT THE BEST THING WAS WHEN WE WERE IN THE CLASS ROOM SUPPOSE TO BE DOIN HOMEWORK AND WAS DRAWING POPLE ON THE CHALK BOARD AND ON THE BLACK BOARD I UST DREW YOU WITH JUST A SMILE A WATCH SOME SHORTS AND PANTS HAHA BRO YOUR A GOOD MAN AND EVERYTIME WE WALKED BY EACH OTHER IN THE HALL WAYS AT SCHOOL YOU WAS ALWAYS THERE TO GIVE ME A HUGG WE NEVER GAVE HANDSHAKES I LOVE YOU BRO YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART SAVE ME A PLACE WHEN I GET UP THERE K

” — JUSTIN MARASCO, December 8, 2009 at 6:15 p.m.

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deng, Marcus you will be rememberd, i remember this one time when you were done with a football games it was me you and Josh leaving to go to some party in moreno and you put your arm over me your coach stops you and looks at me and smiles and tells you to be safe. lol the look on fogertys face was priceless because he thought you and i were something, but you and me were a great friends Marcus always there for me, you and Josh and those times in the explorers were awsome as well, i thank you for pressuring me into joining the explorers becuase now i am going to school to becomes a probation officer :). i miss you terribly but you will never be forgotten !

Michelle T.

” — michelle, July 31, 2010 at 7:15 a.m.

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I was one of the team leaders when Tynes first came to C Co. 2-508th and I will always remember him. There are two reasons as to why I will always remember him. First, no matter what, Tynes always had a positive attitude. He didn't have it easy when he first came to our unit. He struggled a bit but no matter what, he never let it bring him down. No matter what challenges he encountered, he always tackled it with a good attitude and looked for the silver lining. Which brings me to my next point. He was the hardest working private in the platoon. He was always motivated and gave 100%. He was always giving it his all, that was one thing you never had to worry about him. I think about him from time to time, which is why I am here posting this information. All I can say is that the world lost a special person when he died.

” — Justin Sanchez, March 9, 2016 at 10:15 a.m.

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