Tyler Edward Porter

Mr. Tyler Edward Porter, age 27 of Homewood, died on July 12, 2014. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers: Ed Porter, Frank DeFrank and Joe Caiola and his grandmother MaryJo Caiola. He is survived by his grandparents: Peggy Porter, Billy and Theresa Monte, and Sis DeFrank; his parents Eddie (Angie) Porter of Homewood and Sarah (Joe) Caiola of Vestavia, his brothers: Luke Porter of Homewood, Joey Caiola of Vestavia and his sisters: Gina Caiola (Birmingham), Jessica Caiola (NYC) and Maria Caiola (Vestavia).

Tyler was an avid Auburn football fan, and the Atlanta Braves have lost one of their most loyal fans. He loved to fish and spent as much time on the water as he could. Tyler will be missed immensely by all who came into contact with him.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Homewood from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. A funeral mass, with the Rev. Monsignor Martin Muller officiating, at 12:00 p.m. Burial will be at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Bessemer. A reception to celebrate the life of Tyler will be held from 3:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church Family Life Center.