He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Debra Deyton; sons, Jefferson Deyton of the home, John Deyton of Greeneville; daughter Kristy (Keith) Deyton Cansler; brother, Edward Deyton and wife Billie of Afton; sisters, Ina Ruth Deyton and Loretta Boone and husband Mike of South Carolina; grandchildren, Daphanie and Deanna McCoy of Greeneville, and Elijah Deyton; special friends, Roger Cutshaw, Roho Collins, Allen Jones, Jim Bunch, and all of his truck driving friends; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by parents John W. Deyton and Pauline Cogburn Deyton and granddaughter, Reahanna McCoy.
At his request there will be no formal services held.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to help offset funeral expense.
Kiser-Rose Hill Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
