Memorials & Tributes

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Tyler was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross recognizing his heroism in the face of danger.  The Distinguished Flying Cross is a military decoration of the United States Armed Forces, established by Congress on July 2, 1926, to recognize acts of heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight. The award is the fourth highest award for heroism and the highest for extraordinary aerial achievement.  Veteran Organization | The Distinguished Flying Cross Society

Memorials, services and celebrations of life rippled through the Coast Guard community and the country to honor Tyler.  At Air Station Astoria, almost 2,000 Coast Guardsmen, family and friends gathered on March 20, 2026 to honor his life and sacrifice. Admiral Kevin Lunday, Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard said, “Tyler demonstrated extraordinary heroism in the face of danger, upholding the highest standards of courage and excellence for Coast Guard operations. We honor his selfless actions and unwavering devotion to our highest calling: to save others."  Memorial Service for Astoria Coast Guard member Tyler Jaggers 

Having been awarded a Valor Award from DHS Secretary Mayorkas two years prior, Tyler and the Family was received by DHS Secretary Mullin, members of Congress, and Admiral Keven Lunday, Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard when the U.S. Coast Guard C-130 transporting Tyler's remains landed at Joint Base Andrews.  Tyler was celebrated with a flyover salute of the same U.S. Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawks at the ceremony.  Dignified Transfer of Tyler Jaggers(2) | Homeland Security 

Following Tyler’s passing, the Jaggers’ Family and others sponsored the birth and continue to sponsor the journey of Hero Dog Tyler to become a service dog.  Hero Dogs is a Maryland non-profit dedicated to improving the quality of life of our nation’s heroes and enhances the services of community organizations by placing assistance dogs with customized training and lifetime support.  Hero Dogs Tyler - Hero Dogs.  You can follow Hero Dog Tyler's training and placement on Instagram at Hero Dogs Tyler (@herodogstyler) • Instagram photos and videos.

Tyler is inscribed on The National Air and Space Museum's Wall of Honor, a permanent memorial at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA recognizing those with a passion for flight such as the Wright brothers, Amelia Earhart, Neil Armstrong, John Glenn, Bessie Coleman, and Jim Lovell.   Tyler has been approved and the inscription will coincide with his internment at Arlington National Cemetery.  Find an Honoree | National Air and Space Museum.

Tyler is inscribed at The U.S. Coast Guard Enlisted Memorial located at Training Center Cape May, New Jersey, the birthplace of the Coast Guard’s enlisted force.  The Memorial is the nation’s only monument dedicated specifically to enlisted Coast Guard members who died in the performance of Coast Guard missions.  U.S. Coast Guard Enlisted Memorial – Honor. Respect. Devotion to Duty.

Tyler has a plaque on The Astoria Maritime Memorial Wall.  The memorial is a place to honor people lost at sea or those whose lives were tied to maritime work. It honors over 1,200 individuals connected to Astoria’s maritime heritage.  It reflects Astoria’s long maritime history— fishing, gillnetting, tug operations, merchant marine service, Coast Guard duty, and river commerce.  Astoria - Memorial Day Oregon | May 25, 2026.

Escanaba Memorial Park honors the World War II loss of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Escanaba and it's 101 crewmen.  The park features a memorial with the names of the brave members of the United States Coast Guard that have given their life since then.  The dedication to Tyler's marker is planned for the end of July 2026.  Escanaba Park - Grand Haven Area.

Several projects are underway including sponsorship of U.S. Coast Guard awards, artwork, and other memorials and tributes sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard and Foundation grants.