Tyrone Antonio West, affectionately known as Weeda to his family, was born on May 22, 1969 to the late Shirley Anderson and the late Phillip West at John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. His aunt, Diane Butler, served as his surrogate mother and his uncle, Clifton Anderson, served us his surrogate father. He was reborn of water and the Holy Spirit on June 10, 2011, which was truly the highlight of his life. He departed this life too soon on Thursday, July 18, 2013. He received his formal education in the Baltimore City Public School System. Although Tyrone I had various and numerous occupations, his main aspiration and goal was to excel as a prominent artist. He accomplished that goal, and received numerous accolades for his work. In 2012 he became a member of New Antioch Baptist Church in Baltimore, Maryland. Tyrone will always be remembered for his unforgettable smile that will light up a room. No matter what, he always supported his family regardless of circumstances or conditions. He was the family comedian, constantly bringing smiles and laughs to everyone. Tyrone had an avid love for sports, especially baseball, where in his free time he established a baseball team. He had a passion for personal fitness and as a Christian, he knew his body was a temple, which was in line with his inspirational faith in the Lord. Being the first born grandchild, the love /or his grandmother was paramount in his life. Tyrone lived a full forty-four years. He leaves to cherish his memory forever, a loving grandmother: Maybell Anderson; his first love ; Natasha Kent known as Nickie, three children: Nashay, Tyrone, and Travaughn West; two grandchildren: Derrick Sullivan and Taraji West (2 weeks old whom he wilt see in heaven for the first time); one sister: Tawanda Jones; one brother: Thurtyn "Corey" Wilson; three nieces; four nephews; Aunts: Diane , Emma , and Delores; Uncles: Clifton "Dynamite", Truest, Anthony , and Ceorge; and a host of other relatives, family, and friends.