Obituaries

FLICK, Tyrell Walker

August 5, 2001 – July 12, 2022

Broken hearted, we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Ty, killed in a car accident weeks before his 21st birthday. Taken from us far too young, Ty’s absence leaves a hole in our hearts that will never be filled.

Born and raised in Kelowna, Ty graduated from Rutland Senior Secondary in 2019. Always a quiet one, he played centerfield in baseball and loved music (“pretty much my life”), movies, candy, gaming, cars and getting out of the city. He believed in living in the moment and marched to the beat of his own drum, living life the way he wanted to, never letting the opinions of others get him down. He was kind, selfless and always there for his family and friends. He was the friend they talked to when they needed help because he’d always have something of value to say. He was easy going and friendly, with a funny, deadpan style of humour. Ty was playful and often had a good-natured smirk. He made every family gathering so much better. He was as honest and as real as anyone could ever be, and as pure and true to himself as anyone you’ve ever known. We’ll always remember him as the young man who had a big heart, always up for an adventure, always calm, dependable and kind.

Ty is survived by his parents, Dave Flick and Toni Flick, and his step parents, Scylla Flick (nee Paul) and Brad Trach; his stepsisters, Shay-Lynn and Kiona; his grandparents, Dave and Beth Flick, Ingrid and Frank Delaratta and Larry and Janice Downham; his cousins Josh, Krista, Kevin and Liz; his aunts and uncles Jamie Flick and Clay Williams, Kim Flick and Mike Belus and Lisa and Joe Bertrand; and all the many extended family members who share our grief.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 30 at 1:00 p.m. at 228 Valley Road, Kelowna. In lieu of flowers or gifts, donations can be made to the SPCA in Ty’s name. Hug your loved ones and tell them you love them, because sometimes there’s no second chance. We love you, Ty. Never forget who you are, little star.

Waves of sorrow crash over the shards of our broken hearts
Searching for answers
Though no reason will ever assuage the pain
There’s no poetry or lesson, no bigger purpose,
No second chance
Just a kind and gentle soul taken far too soon

Condolence Messages

Jul 30, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Ty’s passing and the loss on your parts. I had the pleasure of teaching your son and remember his kind heart and quiet ways. He was such a sweet little boy with a smile that radiated to all those around him! He brightened the room as he walked in with his many little stories! I am so sorry for your loss! Sending you a giant hug as he loved a good hug!

Xoxoxo Ms. Turcotte a.k.a. Kiera
Jul 29, 2022
A young life, taken too soon. I am deeply saddened for the entire extended Flick family. No words are adequate to express my deepest condolences. I know you will keep Tyrell in your hearts forever. Yvonne Cowan.
Jul 28, 2022
David, Tony and family,

Ty was a lovely young man we had the pleasure to visit with on your Moms birthday.

We are deeply sorry for your loss.

melanie and tim and family
Jul 27, 2022
Toni and family I can not convey the deep sadness I feel to know the grief and sorrow all of you will endure during this most difficult situation. I i only have memories of Ty as a Toddler but even then i could see the joy and love he brought to those around him. May your memories and experiences in time help to heal you hearts.. Love from Jeannine and Lars Ericsson- Whiby, Ontario
Jul 27, 2022
Toni and Brad

It's with heartfelt condolences I send you my thoughts and prayers

It's so tragic at such a young age for this to happen

Thoughts of us all sharing some pool time together with such a lovely family

May peace rest upon you all in the days to come

Thinking of you all from Calgary

Morley Wright
Jul 26, 2022
Toni and Brad, my heart aches for you and your families. There aren't enough words... just know that we are thinking of you.

Brad's cousin, Carrie Mydlak
Jul 22, 2022
I can not begin to find the right words to express how sorry we are to hear of your loss. Such a tragedy.

Love, Mary and Scott Cooper
Jul 22, 2022
So very sorry to hear of your loss Dave and family. We truly never know what's coming in this life. Randy Smith
Jul 19, 2022
So sorry to hear about your heart breaking loss of Ty. I’m sure there is no greater loss. Thinking of you in this difficult time.

Alan & Carolyn White
Jul 19, 2022
Dave I just heard that this was your son. Please accept my most sincere condolences on your loss. It is a terrible thing for a parent to endure. Sandor and Deb Jakab.
Jul 18, 2022
Dave and Scylla, so sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with your family at this time. Michelle, Bryan and Jake Nykilchuk.
Jul 17, 2022
Dave, we are deeply sorry for the loss of your son. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ron and Gloria Fanslau
Jul 17, 2022
My deepest sympathies and condolences to all who loved this kind, young man. I don't know you, but as a mother, my heart goes out to you all.

May he rest in Peace.

Teresa
Jul 17, 2022
Dave Toni and family, we are so sorry to hear this very sad news. Our hearts break for you all. Our sincere condolences. Randy & Traci Scott.
Jul 16, 2022
Dave-Sean and I are so so sad for you. Even saying on ‘Ty’s passing’ makes us mad and sad. We met thru business and you became our friend telling us as things are and should be. I didn’t meet Ty and yet felt like we had, as you were a parent that demonstrated and always spoke in a loving caring way about him about who he was. So proud of him. Sean and I are sending you our heartfelt concern and care for you for Scylla and your family. Please know you are in our thoughts and hearts. Linda and Sean Minaker

And know the ProSource team that loved and saw you daily are grieving for you, so much love and grace to you at this time.
Jul 16, 2022
Sorry to hear of your loss, I cannot imagine what you are are going through, no one should suffer a loss such as yours, never to be forgotten. Thinking of you, the Badgers, Grant, Sherri, Dylan and Blake
Jul 16, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to your family. Lance and Monika Hicks
Jul 16, 2022
Our hearts go out to you and your family Dave. We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Dave and Elenor Hansum
Jul 16, 2022
So so sorry for your families loss. I never met Ty but heard a lot about him from Kiara and he sounds like he was a very nice boy. Condolences from the Redlick’s
Jul 16, 2022
To All of the Flick Family, we are truly saddened to learn about this young man! We are sending our heartfelt condolences to the Flick family!

Don and Judy Erautt
Jul 16, 2022
I remember Tyrell from when he was in elementary school. When I think of Tyrell, the first thing that comes to mind is his smile and kindness. I am so very sorry to hear this tragic news. My thoughts are with his family. Shauna Lyon
Jul 15, 2022
This is an unthinkable tragedy. No words can express what a loss Ty’s passing is. You are all in our thoughts, our prayers. We will always have great memories of Ty playing ball with Owen. Sending our deepest and heartfelt condolences. Bryan, Twyla, Owen and Lily Spannier
Jul 15, 2022
Very very tragic huge loss for the family. May he Rest In Peace. Ameen
Jul 15, 2022
Toni and family, words cannot express how sorry I am that Ty was taken so young with a world of life yet to live. I remember him so tiny coming into the salon to visit, he was always so polite and such a vibrant human. I am sending loving thoughts to all your loved ones.

Sheena Bauming
Jul 15, 2022
We are so sorry for the loss of such a young man. Our hearts go out to the Flick family. Rick, Catherine and Dillon Paulger
Jul 15, 2022
So sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you our hearts are breaking for you. you are in our prayers Toni and Dave.

love Glenn and Silvana Ostoforoff
Jul 15, 2022
This is such a tragedy, Ty was such a great young man and will be missed so much. Condolences, love and hugs to his whole family. So much love from the Kenneys.
Jul 15, 2022
Sorry to read of your tragic loss Jamie. Condolences to all your family. Jim Oakes