Tyler was born May 1, 1994 in Oklahoma City, the oldest of three children born to Dan and Teresa (Wall) Piazza.  He was raised in Purcell, and attended Purcell Schools, graduating with the Dragon’s Class of 2012.  Tyler was a gifted musician and played trumpet for the Dragon Pride Marching Band.  He was grounded in his faith and active in his church youth group at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Purcell.  Tyler was his own person and lived in the moment.  He was an old soul who studied history and also an avid collector.  He was a true outdoorsman and also collected guns and knives.  He was a proactive hobbyist, enjoyed video games and hanging with his friends.  He was currently working at Target in Norman.