Samuel Joseph Malone Jr. was born on August 1, 1978 in Charlotte NC, to Samuel Joseph Malone Sr. and Lynett Oxley Malone, and departed this life on September 14, 2022 at the age of 44.

In addition to his parents he is also survived by his sister Morgan Malone, and his brother Austen Basthemer, along with other family and friends.

The family is honoring his wishes and have chosen cremation.