March 13, 1973 – July 31, 2010

The son of a Bend family, who grew up in Santa Rosa, CA, and who made the world his home as he sought high-altitude adventure of all kinds, passed away on July 31, while guiding an expedition in Perus Cordillera Blanca – A tragic ending to a life well lived.

Tyler Lloyd Anderson, 37, was the son of Sheri Anderson Jarrett of Bend, and William Anderson of Santa Rosa. He is survived by his parents, and his brothers family, Charles and Michele Anderson, William and Emma of Bend.

Experienced in many aspects of climbing, his travels have taken him to such varied venues as the big walls of Yosemite and Zion, the limestone of France and China and the snowy heights of Peru, Ecuador and Colombia. His particular expertise was Perus mountain peaks. He was also an expert on local culture and people. Tyler was leading one of his groups of clients toward the 17,745 foot summit of Yanapaccha when a snow bridge apparently gave way and dropped him into a deep crevasse.

A long fan of adventure, he developed a profound appreciation for nature and climbing. Tyler embraced the wildness and immersed himself in the earth – his greatest joy was exploring its nooks and crannies.

His life was about his enthusiastic ability to share that zeal and excitement with every life he touched.

He is described by family and friends as ”a man who was in love with the world and its people.” Tyler will be sorely missed.

Memorial services have been held in Peru and in the United States in the communities where Tyler called home base.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to The Anderson Foundation, c/o Kacy Murray, 537 10th Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033.

Tyler Lloyd Anderson