Tristin Vandall
Tristin Edward Vandall, 22, of Cedar City, Utah, died July 31, 2025, near Modena, Utah.
Born to Troy and Melani (Garsjo) Vandall on Nov. 14, 2002, he came out running — so much so that the doctors sized him up as a threemonth-old. Just 18 months later, he was joined by his sister, Tarin, whom he fondly called “Baby T.” The two shared a close bond that only deepened as they navigated life’s adventures on their own paths.
Raised in northeastern Montana, he developed a deep appreciation for the outdoors through time spent with his dad, grandfather Larry and close friends. From early deer hunts to harvesting a bull elk solo during his first archery season, he embraced nature with grit and independence. He was often drawn to the hills — frequently finding himself stuck in mud or snow, but always determined to head back out for another adventure.
After graduating high school independently, he moved 1,200 miles south to Cedar City to attend Southern Utah University. He completed the aircraft maintenance technician program and was continuing his studies in engineering technology, often nerding out with his mother with modeling and 3D print projects. He quickly built a new circle of friends in Utah, whom he cherished deeply, while staying connected with his Montana crew.
He had just returned from a trip to Alaska, where he joined family for a fishing adventure. True to form, he packed a frozen bag of fish
