November 29, 2022
By: Dwayne Page
Remembering the late SFC Tyler Durden
The DeKalb County Commission Monday night adopted a resolution in memory of the late SFC Tyler Durden.
SFC Durden of Ft. Campbell and a former resident of Smithville died tragically after being shot in Liberty on October 31, 2019. He was 37 years old.
County Mayor Matt Adcock said he was recently contacted by Durden’s sister asking if the county could name a bridge in memory of Durden. The county no longer names roads and bridges as a remembrance according to the county’s policies and procedures. Instead, the county makes tributes through resolutions adopted by the county commission.
This resolution honors Durden’s life and service to the country. A framed copy of the resolution was accepted by fourth district county commissioner Greg Matthews, an uncle of Durden, who will present it to Durden’s sister.
The resolution reads as follows:
“A Resolution to honor the memory of Tyler Durden of DeKalb County.
Whereas the members of this County Commission were greatly saddened to learn of the death of Tyler Durden.
Whereas Tyler Durden was an exemplary Tennessean and a consummate professional who worked assiduously to improve the quality of life for his fellow citizens in numerous capacities, and
Whereas Tyler Durden was born on August 26, 1982, in Camp Pendleton, California
Whereas he graduated from DeKalb County High School and joined the military which became a very important passion in his life.
Whereas Tyler was a Sergeant First Class in the United States Army and served his country proudly
Whereas Tyler was a member of the Church of Christ of Lebanon.
Whereas Tyler was also deeply devoted to his family, and he always endeavored to remain true to family values of the highest order; and
Whereas, he was a member of the Freemasons,
Whereas he was devoted to his family with love and care, cherishing his daughter Madison Grace Ann Durden, his sister Jessica (Shannon) Anderson, nieces and nephews MyKenzie, Kayden, Leah, and Kyler Anderson; grandparents, James (Darlene) Matthews and Christine Matthews; father figure Thomas “Ed” Nokes, and many other special family and friends that are forever bonded with the memory of Tyler Durden.
Whereas Tyler Durden leaves behind an indelible legacy of integrity and probity in public life, compassion, and loyalty in private life and diligence and dedication in all his chosen endeavors; and
Whereas it is fitting that this County Commission should pause to remember the bountiful life of this exceptional citizen and human being; now therefore,
Be it Resolved by the DeKalb County Commission of the Great State of Tennessee concurring, that we honor the memory of Tyler Durden, reflecting fondly upon his impeccable character and his stalwart commitment to living the examined life with courage and conviction.
Be it further Resolved that we express our sympathy and offer our condolences to the family of Tyler Durden.
Be it further Resolved that an appropriate copy of this resolution be prepared for presentation”.