Willingham and Slaton wed in November after meeting at Windsor Lane Rehabilitation Center last year.

Caleb Willingham, husband of1000-Lb.

Sistersstar Tammy Slaton, has died.

Slaton confirmed his death in a statement toPEOPLE.

“I am devastated to share the news of my husband’s passing,” she said.

“He was my best friend and I loved him dearly.”

Our families appreciate everyone’s sympathy and ask that you respect our privacy at this time."

Slaton captioned the post, “RIP, sweet angel.

You will forever be missed and loved so much.

Thank you, Caleb, for showing me real love and happiness.”

Sisters, which documented his and Slaton’s wedding.

Our condolences go out to Tammy, his family, and friends at this difficult time."

Slaton and Willingham first met while at the Windsor Lane Rehabilitation Center in Gibsonburg, Ohio, last year.

The couple got engaged in October and married in a small ceremony at the center the following month.

“It was magical.”