Tyree Kyle Chandler

Tyree Kyle Chandler, 39, began his journey of life on September 6, 1983 in Richmond, VA. His earthly journey ended in a tragic and unfortunate car accident on November 27, 2022. Better known as “Ty” to his friends, he is survived by his mother Sandra Chandler, his brother Michael Price, his sister, Leah Jones, and his three sons, Thomas, Phillip, and Tyson, as well as his long time life partner Candace Boyle. Tyree graduated from Henrico High School, before earning a Bachelor of Science Degree from Virginia State University and eventually earning a Master of Decision Analytics Degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2019. Tyree was a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church. Tyree worked as a Director of Reporting and Analytics for Magellan Health. He was very passionate about his work and because of his high-level understanding of the principles and practices of decision analytics, he was always able to provide solutions to those challenging situations or difficult problems. Tyree was well respected and highly regarded by his colleagues. Not only did he have a close working relationship, he also established bonds of friendship that extended beyond the workplace which is evident by the many awards, certificates and accolades he received throughout the years. From middle school through college and beyond, Tyree established and maintained longtime friendships and brotherhoods which left marks on the hearts of all who knew him. While Tyree enjoyed his job and working with his peers, his passion was his love for his boys and baseball. Tyree’s sons started playing baseball at an early age and what started as casual weekly games, eventually turned into a deeper long term commitment for him. In his time with the Chamberlayne Little League, he held positions including Coaching Coordinator as well as Board Member. He also coached and managed several levels of players from T-Ball to Seniors. While coaching with the Richmond Hornets Baseball Club, he served as one of the Coaches/Ambassadors that were instrumental in introducing young men, especially young African American men to high level baseball through Travel Baseball in the Richmond, VA area. Tyree enjoyed serving as the Outfielders Assistant Coach at his alma mater, Henrico High School. Most recently, Tyree coached with the Metropolitan Junior Baseball League where he also served as the Manager of the 2022 MJBL Richmond 19u Team, the 2022 MJBL Classic Champions. Tyree not only spent countless hours with his sons helping and coaching them, but he was always willing to work with any and all children. Whether it was helping with the batting cage, the workouts, or the training sessions, Tyree was always selfless in his commitment to help anyone he worked with to hone their craft and help them to be the best players they could be. In addition to baseball, Tyree was an avid sports fan of basketball and football. He was a longtime fan of the Washington Redskins “Commanders” Football team and would often make the trip to DC to see his favorite team play. He participated in several fantasy sports leagues with his friends and enjoyed spending time with his sons playing video games, bowling, and going to see the latest Marvel movies. Tyree will always be remembered as a man who loved his sons, his family and also remembered as a friend that you could rely on to have your back. He will be sorely missed by many for years to come. Tyree leaves to cherish precious family memories and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always near, so loved, so missed, so very dear. Love Mom

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Tyree Kyle Chandler

September 6, 1983 - November 27, 2022