He served in the United States Air Force and attended Connors State College. He had a lifelong love of sports and enjoyed passing that passion on to his children, spending countless hours watching games and teaching them how to play. Also, he loved 80’s rock music, a soundtrack that followed him throughout his life.

He was married to Misty Caldwell and later to Sheri Myers.

He is survived by his parents, Bill and Mary; his brother, Justin; his children, Kelton and wife Cara, Brayzen, Jaxon, Rese, Culin, and Eva. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Dixie, Brynlee, Zaylee, and Kutter; his nephews, Henry and Liam; his niece, Kennedy; many cousins, aunts, and uncles; his childhood friends Jeff and Tanna Meeks, Jimmy and Amy Stinson, B.J. and Jennifer Johnson; along with countless others.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Arvil and Leoria Slaughter and Irene and Mike Thornton; his cousins Scotty Tyson, Brad Tyson, Chris Tyson, and Chance Tyson; his aunt Betti Slaughter Johnson and Virgyna Slaughter Rose; and his uncle’s, Bob “Cotton” Slaughter and James Howard.

His big smile, booming voice, strong but loving hugs, and free-spirited nature will be missed forever by all who knew and loved him.

A celebration of life was held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Crossway Baptist Church in Sulphur, with Reverend Bill Leveridge officiating.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of DeArman Funeral Home of Sulphur.