I have the honor and privilege of being Dylan's father. I was so blessed to have shared 17 years of his amazing life with his mother, Debbie, and sister, Lexie. It's difficult to put into words how much we miss him and how much he meant to our daily being, but easy to share how much he was loved and how he positively affected others around him. As his father, I'm humbled at what my son taught me at such a young age. I'm so grateful to our God that he entrusted Debbie and I to be the parents of this incredible young man. I will forever take on the mission of helping others live an elite life of leadership in the eyes of Jesus, and build up our youth to change the world...one person at a time.

Lexie Pegues is Dylan’s older sister. Lexie graduated from Auburn High School in 2020. She played soccer, volleyball and ran track at Auburn High. Along with her brother, she too was a member of The Auburn High School Yearbook staff. Lexie is now a current Junior enrolled at Louisiana State University. Lexie is a Broadcast Journalism major specializing in sports studies and obtains the position of an LSU Sports Reporter for LSU Tiger TV. Dylan has always been Lexie’s best friend and “big brother” through her eyes, throughout her entire life. She is ecstatic to be part of the D1 Life Foundation Board and plans to live a D1 Life for her brother everyday through spreading kindness and loving like Jesus.

Russell is a Senior Application Developer for Keysys in Birmingham, Al. Russell first met Dylan in 2009 when he began dating Jessica, Dylan's aunt, and was proud to become his Uncle when he and Jessica married in 2013. Russell and Jessica now have two girls Piper and Avery, who adored their cousin Dylan. From the moment Russell met Dylan he knew they shared many similar loves. Russell always enjoyed his talks with Dylan about the value of money and hard work, not to mention their love of gadgets. Russell is extremely honored to serve as a part of the team that, through their actions and efforts, will continue to help others live a D1 Life.

Jessica has been a registered nurse for over 10 years and graduated in 2019 from UAB with her Master’s in Nursing, specializing as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Jessica currently lives outside of Birmingham with her husband, Russell, and two young daughters, Piper and Avery. Jessica is Dylan’s aunt and there was never a dull moment when they were together as they often shared the same wit and sense of humor. She always admired Dylan’s tenacity in life and his fierce loyalty towards the people he loved. She is excited to serve on the D1 Life Foundation Board and carry on the legacy of her nephew.

William Clay McCall Jr. is the proud husband of Michele McCall and the proud father to Reagan and Mallory McCall. His family resides in Huntsville, Alabama. Clay has been blessed to work and serve in the field of education as a teacher, coach, administrator and athletic director in the Auburn City School District. Recently he retired from this system with 30 years of service and now serves as a manager at University ACE Hardware in Auburn, Al. Clay is proud to be one of Dylan Pegues’ uncles. One of his fondest memories of Dylan is that he lived a life of service and love to all. His kindness could not only be seen in the world we live in, but the direct impact he made on Clay’s daughters will always be something he will cherish. Clay is proud to serve with the team to honor such an outstanding young man! Let's all strive to live a D1 life.

Ryan Boswell is a second generation residential Certified Florida Contractor and Developer in the Destin Florida area for his family run business Boswell Builders. After receiving AutoCAD Certification in 2002, Ryan was the lead designer for all construction projects for Boswell Builders including Drafting, Design, Budget Management, Engineering and Client Management. Now, with a family led team, incredible support staff, and with the help of his father and brother, Johnny and John, Boswell Builders Designs and builds residential homes as well as master planning for the development and construction of residential communities from the ground up. Ryan is Dylan’s uncle and loves when the Pegues family visits them in Destin, Florida. Some favorite memories are when Alexis and Dylan would come stay at their “beach house” with Uncle Ryan and Aunt Chintana. Dylan is truly like a son. Ryan has watched Dylan grow up and live an active D1 Life in everything he was doing and is honored to serve the D1 Life Foundation.

HI, I’m Chintana Boswell. I am the proud wife to Ryan Boswell, loving mother to Dalton, CrimsynRyan, Emarie & Blakely, and loving aunt to Dylan Pegues. I started my professional career as a personal banker for the Bank of Bonifay. In 2009, I retired from the banking industry to focus on raising a family together with Ryan. My desire to remain active lead me to the Destin Elementary PTO. I have served two separate times with a total of 10 years as an active Board Member, President for 5, and the active President of the PTO for the last three years. Destin Elementary PTO helps raise approximately $150k each year to help provide for the student enrichment and new technologies at the school. I could not be more proud to be Dylan’s aunt. Some of my favorite memories included a competitive family game of Spoons at the dining room table, and kids vs the parents backyard volleyball games. I am extremely excited to serve the D1 Life Foundation in Dylan’s honor, and to help carry on his legacy of living a D1 Life.

Jimmy is married to Tiffany Pegues and they are the proud parents to Hardeson James Pegues. They currently reside in Tallahassee, Florida. Jimmy is currently the Compliance Review Specialist for Florida Surplus Lines Service Office which oversees compliance for all surplus lines insurance agents in the State of Florida. In the years leading up to his current position, he worked in Property & Casualty Forms Compliance for the State of Florida and sold life insurance in multiple states. In his life before insurance, he was heavily involved in athletics, from being a football and softball coach to selling athletic software and equipment to high schools and colleges. Jimmy is Dylan’s uncle and will cherish all the memories of the Pegues family get togethers. Of course, as a former coach, Jimmy was excited to see Dylan’s skills on the soccer field, but he most enjoyed his wry smile, quick wit, and compassion for others. Dylan exemplified living a D1 life and that is why Jimmy is so proud to be a member of the D1 Life Foundation.

Hi, my name is Anna Grace Sessions and I had the amazing privilege to be close friends with Dylan Pegues. In the years we built our friendship, I discovered many qualities that made Dylan such an amazing person. He was intentional, kind, caring and most importantly - funny. Dylan left a legacy that will never be forgotten because of Jesus shining through him. I pray that as you hear his story you may be encouraged to take on the D1 mentality and live a life full of excellence and laughter!

Chris is a close friend of the Pegues family. He is a Senior IT Manager for Thermo Fisher Scientific and have worked for this company for over 18 years in Auburn Alabama. Chris is married to his lovely wife, Jill Roberts, and together they have two sons Jordan and Tucker. Chris got to know Dylan and the Pegues family through travel soccer teams. Through soccer, they were fortunate to be able to get to know Dylan and his family and see how loving, caring, selfless, and supportive they truly are. Chris is honored and privileged to be on the D1Life Board and is looking forward to helping the foundation spread the love of Jesus through Dylan’s example.

Jill is also a close friend of the Pegues family. She is so proud to be able to serve on the Board of this amazing foundation. Jill has been married to her wonderful husband for 30 years and she is proud to be mom to her and Chris’ sons Jordan and Tucker. She has resided in Auburn, Alabama for 18 years and has been blessed to teach Kindergarten at Auburn Classical Academy since 2012.

Jill first met Dylan and his beautiful family when her son Tucker and Dylan played for the Auburn Thunder soccer team together. It was instantly apparent how much joy and love this family has and shares with others. Dylan was always the most polite young man with the best sense of humor. His kind spirit was such an inspiration to everyone that knew him. He truly led a life that honored God and most definitely honored others above himself. Jill is thrilled to be a part of this foundation that will carry on Dylan’s legacy.