He spent his 20s and 30s in California as a wild west actor, stuntman, and extra in several movies including Where the Red Fern Grows. In the late 1970s and early 1980s, he performed in the Wild West shows at Frontier City. In 1981, he married Neva Deskin and had one son, Josh.
Throughout the rest of his life, he spent time repairing car engines and doing bodywork. He also enjoyed woodworking, gardening, and spending time with his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Barbara Monk, Rowena Glabas, and Mary McIntosh.
He is survived by his son Josh (Candi) of Norman; his beloved grandchildren Joshua, Shaun, and Cidnie of Norman; his sister Dora Tinsley of Norman; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.