Memorial Fund for Toby
Donation protected
DOB 12/19/2003 – DD 4/20/2020
Toby William Thomas Gard, 16, of Breckenridge, CO. Tragically ended his life on April 20th, 2020.
Toby was born on December 19, 2003 at Vail Valley Medical Center to Brian and Heather, Lée Tinker, Gard. Toby will be remembered for his kind, gentle nature, brilliant smile, friendship to all that he met, natural athleticism and adventurous spirit. He was most at home while participating in sports or enjoying the outdoors. He loved hockey, and was passionate about kayaking, skiing and lacrosse. He also played baseball and basketball. Toby gave back to the sports he loved by being a mentor for Colorado White Water Association, coaching and officiating hockey, umpiring baseball. Toby is also a donor.
He is survived by his parents, Brian and Heather Gard and sister, Leah Gard. Grandparents Bill and Stephanie Tinker of Breckenridge, CO and Tom and Barbara Jean Gard of Evergreen, CO. Uncles and Aunts include: Travis Tinker of Breckenridge, CO; Kevin ( Rachel) Gard of Morrison, CO; and Loren ( Claire) Gard of Bend, OR. Cousins: Macy Gard ( daughter of Kevin Gard and Amy Toal Gard); Tatum and Gavin ( sons of Kevin and Rachel).
Due to the current restrictions of CoVid19, Toby’s Celebration of Life is set to be held at a later date that will be communicated to the community by the family. At this time the family is requesting the community celebrate his life by donations to: Summit Hockey, 10th Mountain Lacrosse, Colorado Whitewater Association, Summit Youth Baseball or their GoFundMe page.
Some quotes from Friends about Toby:
" Toby was an amazing athlete and friend to all. He was funny, kind, a team player and truly dedicated to whatever sport he chose to pursue. He could do it all, while making people laugh along the way. We treasure the memories we have had with your family throughout the years, both through sports and school, and support you as we grieve together. We wish we could ease your pain by letting you know how much we cared about Toby and how much we care about you. "
"Toby. You’re my little brother. You always will be. I don’t care if we weren’t family. We were there for each other in such a special way and we related with each other’s issues and struggles. I am crushed to see you gone. It’s so lonely down here without you. I love you so much. "
"I will always remember how Toby came into band every day with a huge smile on his face. His smile lit up every room he was in. I have so many memories of Toby providing laughter to each day of band and great memories of our trip to Europe. Toby, we miss you! Rest in peace and know that you are loved."
"I had the pleasure of traveling with Toby and the band last year Spring Break to Prague. He was a lot of fun, even when I kept mixing him up with another student and calling him by the wrong name. It became an ongoing joke. He will be missed."
"Toby was such a wonderful and kind person and was friends with everyone. He was always there for people and made everyone’s day."
"I loved to ski with Toby, he always took me to the best spots. The Windows at Breckenridge was on of our favorite spots to ski together. We also loved skiing the cliffs and trees. Toby and I also skied on the Summit High Alpine team together and loved it! We just loved spending time together, riding bikes and playing video games, etc."
"We have spent many Birthdays, 4th of July’s, Halloweens etc.. with the Gard family. We have so many great memories of all our family time together! I remember going to see Toby in the hospital when he was born. Heather and I grew up in Breckenridge together & Toby & Leah have been friends with my kids since they were born. Toby will be forever missed, he was part of our family." This fundraiser has been organized by friends to support the Gard Family during this time. All proceeds from this Fundraiser will go directly to the Gard family to help cover Celebration of Life expenses and medical bills. Any remaining funds will be donated to local non profits that Toby was involved in. Thank you for your kind donation and support of the family during this time.
Toby William Thomas Gard, 16, of Breckenridge, CO. Tragically ended his life on April 20th, 2020.
Toby was born on December 19, 2003 at Vail Valley Medical Center to Brian and Heather, Lée Tinker, Gard. Toby will be remembered for his kind, gentle nature, brilliant smile, friendship to all that he met, natural athleticism and adventurous spirit. He was most at home while participating in sports or enjoying the outdoors. He loved hockey, and was passionate about kayaking, skiing and lacrosse. He also played baseball and basketball. Toby gave back to the sports he loved by being a mentor for Colorado White Water Association, coaching and officiating hockey, umpiring baseball. Toby is also a donor.
He is survived by his parents, Brian and Heather Gard and sister, Leah Gard. Grandparents Bill and Stephanie Tinker of Breckenridge, CO and Tom and Barbara Jean Gard of Evergreen, CO. Uncles and Aunts include: Travis Tinker of Breckenridge, CO; Kevin ( Rachel) Gard of Morrison, CO; and Loren ( Claire) Gard of Bend, OR. Cousins: Macy Gard ( daughter of Kevin Gard and Amy Toal Gard); Tatum and Gavin ( sons of Kevin and Rachel).
Due to the current restrictions of CoVid19, Toby’s Celebration of Life is set to be held at a later date that will be communicated to the community by the family. At this time the family is requesting the community celebrate his life by donations to: Summit Hockey, 10th Mountain Lacrosse, Colorado Whitewater Association, Summit Youth Baseball or their GoFundMe page.
Some quotes from Friends about Toby:
" Toby was an amazing athlete and friend to all. He was funny, kind, a team player and truly dedicated to whatever sport he chose to pursue. He could do it all, while making people laugh along the way. We treasure the memories we have had with your family throughout the years, both through sports and school, and support you as we grieve together. We wish we could ease your pain by letting you know how much we cared about Toby and how much we care about you. "
"Toby. You’re my little brother. You always will be. I don’t care if we weren’t family. We were there for each other in such a special way and we related with each other’s issues and struggles. I am crushed to see you gone. It’s so lonely down here without you. I love you so much. "
"I will always remember how Toby came into band every day with a huge smile on his face. His smile lit up every room he was in. I have so many memories of Toby providing laughter to each day of band and great memories of our trip to Europe. Toby, we miss you! Rest in peace and know that you are loved."
"I had the pleasure of traveling with Toby and the band last year Spring Break to Prague. He was a lot of fun, even when I kept mixing him up with another student and calling him by the wrong name. It became an ongoing joke. He will be missed."
"Toby was such a wonderful and kind person and was friends with everyone. He was always there for people and made everyone’s day."
"I loved to ski with Toby, he always took me to the best spots. The Windows at Breckenridge was on of our favorite spots to ski together. We also loved skiing the cliffs and trees. Toby and I also skied on the Summit High Alpine team together and loved it! We just loved spending time together, riding bikes and playing video games, etc."
"We have spent many Birthdays, 4th of July’s, Halloweens etc.. with the Gard family. We have so many great memories of all our family time together! I remember going to see Toby in the hospital when he was born. Heather and I grew up in Breckenridge together & Toby & Leah have been friends with my kids since they were born. Toby will be forever missed, he was part of our family." This fundraiser has been organized by friends to support the Gard Family during this time. All proceeds from this Fundraiser will go directly to the Gard family to help cover Celebration of Life expenses and medical bills. Any remaining funds will be donated to local non profits that Toby was involved in. Thank you for your kind donation and support of the family during this time.
Organizer and beneficiary
Megan Matza
Organizer
Breckenridge, CO
Heather Gard
Beneficiary
