Cody Clayton Doc Milam, a 30-year-old cowboy from Purmela, Texas, died on September 16, 2022, after a gunshot wound to his upper chest and lower throat area. He was remembered locally for his work on Central Texas ranches and for his roles as a father and as Uncle Coco at Boots and Saddle Cowboy Church in Gatesville.

They were reportedly fooling around with firearms when Hitt pulled the trigger, believing the shotgun was unloaded. Hitt admitted to drinking before the incident; investigators later charged him with manslaughter.

Memorial services were held September 24, 2022, at Boots and Saddle Cowboy Church. Cody is survived by his mother Jess Day, father Rick Milam, and children Hagen, Hondo, and Haize Milam.

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