SSgt Tyler J. Sansonetti, U.S. Marine Corps
December 27, 1992 – March 21, 2022
Tyler grew up in Harrison City, Pennsylvania. He was athletic and enjoyed playing baseball, basketball, and various other sports throughout his childhood. He was known for his sense of humor and competitive spirit. He enlisted in the Marine Corps through the Delayed Entry Program when he was 17 and went to boot camp right after graduating from Penn-Trafford High School in 2011.
He was assigned to Kilo Company, 2d Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Over his 11 years of service, he deployed multiple times, including to Greece, Italy, Bulgaria, the Red Sea, and the North Atlantic. He held several leadership positions within the Marine Corps, including section chief of his artillery unit and platoon sergeant for 1st Platoon, Fox Battery, 2d Battalion, 10th Marines, at Camp Lejeune.
Tyler died on March 21, 2022, while proudly serving his country. His legacy lives on through his family, friends, and comrades.
