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Koopsta Knicca
1975 - 2015
Koopsta Knicca
1975 - 2015
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BORN
1975
DIED
2015
Koopsta Knicca Obituary
The Memphis rapper died October 9 at an area hospital of complications from a stroke he suffered on Sunday. Phillips' death was confirmed by Da Mafia 6ix publicist Dove Clark.
Phillips, who was born April 27, 1975, in Memphis, had been a member of the legendary hip-hop group since its founding in 1991.
He released 10 solo projects throughout his career, including 1999's "Da Devil's Playground." He left Three 6 Mafia the following year as a result of legal issues that prevented him from being able to do shows and record videos.
After he left the group, Three 6 Mafia became the first hip-hop group to win an Academy Award for best original song with "It's Hard Out Here for a Pimp." The song, co-written with Frayser Boy, was one of the theme songs for the movie "Hustle & Flow."
Phillips rejoined when they became Da Mafia 6ix in 2013. The reunited group's album, "Watch What U Wish…," was released earlier this year.
Longtime collaborator and fellow Da Mafia 6ix member "DJ Paul" Beauregard told the Commercial Appeal, "Everyone who knew Koop knew he was very funny and the coolest guy ever. He will be missed."
Phillips was preceded in death by fellow former Three 6 Mafia member Ricky "Lord Infamous" Dunigan, who died in 2013 of a heart attack; he, too, was 40.
64 Entries
Nomey Blax
May 15, 2025
I remember when we was living in Blackhaven mane rip Koop
Avis Moore
April 26, 2018
Rest in peace koopsta nicca you were my favorite rapper you will be missed
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S Lawrence
December 15, 2015
Missing you greatly,Very hard with the holidays here love you very much friend rest well and fly high angel
carolyn
November 7, 2015
To the Family,
I am sorry for your loss. May our god of comfort be a stronghold for your family.
Chandra
October 23, 2015
Rest in Paradise, Koop! May the peace of God be with your family as they face each day with you.
Alisa Harris
October 21, 2015
Rest in peace Koop may the Good Lord bless you with your royalty check Alisa R Harris 504-322-8153
Kenny Cole
October 19, 2015
R.I.P Koop. The M town going to miss you and the music we grew up on. A Memphis,TN legend.
Y
October 17, 2015
Koopsta's life had barely begun again before this tragedy struck. My heart goes out to your family and the Three 6 mafia family who have lost 2 brothers. May your faith in God and his promise of a resurrection sustain you until you see him again. My deepest condolences to you.
Jason Campbell
October 16, 2015
RIP Super Kool. Thanks for the music and the memories. I'll never forget you and Lord.
Antone Morrow
October 16, 2015
RIP my favorite Rap Group
Mista Evol
October 16, 2015
RIP Koop
S. Lawrence
October 16, 2015
Rest in heaven! You truly will forever be missed by everyone,,,I will forever remember the friendship that i had with koop and keep his music alive always.My prayers and condolences go to the entire family and personal friends to him....
Teerah Williams
October 15, 2015
RIP To a very special person we will truly miss you so much Teerah and Family
Antonnio Suggs
October 15, 2015
Rip coop
Decrecia johnson
October 14, 2015
Rest Koop no more worrying you with Tha Lord
R. Cox
October 14, 2015
My condolences to the family of Robert Cooper Phillips. May the God of peace strengthen the family during this difficult time.
Taka Pruitt
October 14, 2015
Rest in peace koop
Phoebe Hurt
October 14, 2015
He will truly be missed
Ramoa Ellison
October 14, 2015
FLEE MAY
October 14, 2015
REST IN PEACE
FROM YOUR FAN
WOODHAVEN
734 AREA:
Ron Alexander
October 14, 2015
Rip my brother you will be missed.
Unionville Community 478
October 13, 2015
With deepest sympathy ,condolences and prayers to all.May your soul be at peace,koopsta Kinicca
Rose Vann
October 13, 2015
RIH Koop. I'm going to miss seeing your face.God have call you home and gave you your wings. Fly high my son. You are at peace now. You will be truly miss. The lit times I saw you there was joy around you. Love you.
October 13, 2015
RIP Koop
Susie Jackson
October 13, 2015
May God be for you a refuge and supply you with strength, comfort, and peace to endure in the days ahead.
john smith
October 13, 2015
until the resurection come.May he rest in peace.
October 13, 2015
May the love of God soothe family and friends,and give you peace..Matt.5:7...
Linda
October 13, 2015
May you find comfort in God's promise to be near to those who call out to him in grief. Psalms 145: 18,19
October 12, 2015
October 12
I am sorry for your loss. May you fine comfort in the love and support, of your family and friends. 2 Cor. 2:1-3 you have my deepest sympathy.
October 12, 2015
God's Word the Bible says; " D
Marcus Johnson
October 12, 2015
R.I.P BROTHER
October 12, 2015
My condolences to the family.
Rev. Chester Cheeks
October 12, 2015
May he RIP.
October 12, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 12, 2015
You have our deepest sympathies. May the God of "Loyal Love" comfort the family during this time of sorrow. Psalms 119:76
Demetra Stocks
October 12, 2015
R.I.p I'm going to miss you.
c k
October 11, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
October 11, 2015
Beloveds, I know Koopsta will truly be missed. Deepest condolences to all who knew him and loved him. Please find peace in knowing God understands your grief and cares . . .
Shay
October 11, 2015
May the God of all comfort be with the family during this difficult time in your life. We all yearn for better conditions, especially to live life without ever losing a loved one to death. It's refreshing to know that God's word speaks of a time when all sorrows will be gone and that mankind will live in beautiful surroundings with nothing to fear. (Isaiah 65:17, 21)
October 11, 2015
Dear Family,
We are sadden by the loss of your loved one. Under the rule of Jesus Christ over the earth, death and all other conditions that plague us today, will be eliminated. Those who have died will be resurrected back to enjoy the peaceful earth forever.(Psalms 37:11,29.
LaBanacheck Lowery
October 11, 2015
He will always remain a legend in da Memphis underground rap scene may his legacy live on stay strong godbless
October 11, 2015
Sincere condolences to his family.
Maddog
October 11, 2015
See you on the other side Bro.
Richard Green
October 11, 2015
I'm so sorry for for your loss...
May the most high God comfort you at this time.(Psalms 83:18).
Dorothy
October 11, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss.May the most
High God comfort you during this time.
(Psalms 83:18).
Sheila
October 11, 2015
In Gods care.
Dwayne Bickham,Sr.
October 11, 2015
In God's care rest in peace
October 11, 2015
Deepest condolences to the family, May the peace of God be in your hearts to help you cope during this very difficult time of your dear loss (Philip 4:6&7, Psalm 147:3).
mary johnson
October 11, 2015
Sorry for your loss I pray that god give you all strength he know that y'all loved him but god loved him best so he came and took him home with him
Tori Jackson, Sr.
October 10, 2015
The rap world has lost a pioneer! To the family, you have our HIGHEST CONDOLENCES,and prayers are going up for your continued strength. May GOD Bless you all!
RJ
October 10, 2015
A trip we all will take<
E E
October 10, 2015
Sorry about your loss. Hope you find comfort knowing Jesus gave his life to help us (John 3:16).
Kevin Burkley
October 10, 2015
RIP KOOP
R Y
October 10, 2015
So deeply sorry for your loss. May God's loving future promises console your hearts. (John 3:16; 5:28,29)
Adrian Barnette
October 10, 2015
We'll miss you!
TRIAD / MC
David J Bhaltazhar Esq
October 10, 2015
Farewell Mookie.
Snoop D
October 10, 2015
LIKE THEY SAY REST IN PARADISE, Ya Dig
D Harris
October 10, 2015
My sincere condolences to the family, friends and fans of Mr. Phillips. It is my prayer that you are all able to find the peace of God during this difficult time. Take courage in the promise made at 1 Corinthians 15:26 that soon death will be brought to nothing.
Scott Chamberland
October 10, 2015
Rest in Peace
October 10, 2015
My deepest condolences to the family.
May the God of peace, console the
family during the loss of your dear
beloved one.
May the heavenly Father give you
guidance and the needed strength beyond
normal during the days ahead.
My the family forever cherish the positive times shared together.
My heartfelt prayers are with the family.
(Psalms 121)
TE, Louisiana
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