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2025
Roy Cooper Obituary
Roy Cooper, a Hall of Fame rodeo legend known as Super Looper, died April 29, 2025, in a house fire at his home in Decatur, Texas at the age of 69.
In some ways, Cooper was an unlikely rodeo hero. As a youth, horse hair caused his asthma to flare up. He threw himself into it anyway, and by high school he was competing in the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association. Cooper's pro career ended up being a series of broken records and major milestones. He was the highest ever earning rookie his first year as a pro, won three consecutive Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) tie-down titles (and won four overall), won the PRCA All-Around World Title in 1983, and was even in the inaugural ProRodeo Hall of Fame class of 1979. By 1990, he was the PRCA's all-time leading money winner. He only slowed down in the 1990s due to a series of injuries, and even then, he continued to win titles. He still remained at or near the top of the earnings charts, and he cemented himself as one of the best in the sport's history. Cooper is in the ProRodeo, Rodeo, Cheyenne Frontier Days, Texas Cowboy, Texas Rodeo, and Oklahoma Sports halls of fame, among others.
Family, friends and fans offered tribute to Cooper on social media. "Roy wasn't just a legend in the arena-he was a legend in life. He inspired so many with his strength, grit, and heart. Whether you knew him personally or admired him from afar, you knew he was someone special. His love for rodeo, family, and friends ran deep, and he carried that love with quiet pride and unmatched character," Kathryn Elaine Snedeker said on Facebook. "Our hearts are broken. The world feels a little dimmer without his presence in it."
By Eric San Juan
(Image: Tuf Cooper - Official Fan Page via Facebook)
100 Entries
Linda and Billy Barlow
May 31, 2025
One of the BEST! Always full of life and a friend to thousands!
Peggy Helns Wetle
May 30, 2025
Years I was visiting my cousin in Eunice, NM and the elder Cooper came by with his young boys. My cousin, Bobby Jack Hindman, was a deputy sheriff at the time. We all had boys about the same age. A wonderful family
Homer L Ellard
May 29, 2025
Mr. Roy Cooper seemed like a down to earth good old boy/cowboy with a good heart R.I.P. MR. COOPER
Joann Marie Hoot
May 28, 2025
It was a pleasure to see him in Action! One of a kind, so much Heart in everything He did!
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Totsie Hampton
May 27, 2025
I've know Roy since I was 23 , there was a bar in Durant ok called the South Forty and Roy would come in there. He lived in Armstrong on his ranch he was something else. RIP ROY
Boots Graham
May 26, 2025
He was the best! I was 16 and he was 20 and I was walking by him at Houston in the parking lot. I nodded and said how are you doing? He then told me all about his recent rodeo runs.
John Dickson
May 26, 2025
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Randy Vaughn
May 22, 2025
My name is Randy Vaughn, I had the privilege of knowing my good friend since 1975, I shared this story with Roy and the family at his 70th birthday get together back on November 13th
I had been hearing of this young gun calf roper from NM who was going to be the next big deal, I was looking forward to getting to see him rope, the first time I saw him and met him was at a small open rodeo in Muenster Tx that winter, he showed up with his college buddies at the event, I told how I watched him run that calf for the first time and he had a good go, but went out there and missed one to win something for no reason, I told Roy at his birthday gathering, that the first time I watched him run one I wasn´t impressed at all, but now the second time I watched him run one and every other time after tgst I was greatly impressed
It was great to be able see his career and how he revolutionized the event, with all his succeeds it would have been easy and understandable for him to get caught up in it in a manner that could change who he was raised to be
While I was impressed by his talent and skill, I was more impressed he remained true to his raising by two loving parents and siblings
Going to miss seeing my friend, but will see him again someday, as I know he had a personal relationship with our Lord and Savior Christ Jesus
Harla Kadrie
May 20, 2025
With deepest sympathy and lots of prayers and hugs. Loved that guy and his smile.
Terry R. Davis
May 20, 2025
My name is Terry Davis. I met Roy when 12 and I was 14. I worked on ABC Ranch, for John Sharp. Roys Dad, Mr. Tuffy Cooper, would bring mares to be bred to stud horses owned by R.E. Josey. Roy and I became real good friends. I went work in the oilfield at 18.We would always talk by phone through the years. I saw him at the Astrodome in 1980, where he roped, and won , of course! I worked overseas the last 30 years.I came home in 2009 and retired after 17 years in Kuwait. Roy was the best tie down roper that ever lived. I just talked to him at home on Monday, before he died on Tuesday. He was a good friend and will be missed., my friend. I will see you again one day
Kevin A wile
May 16, 2025
Roy you will always be missed as a great friend and champion!
Kevin Wile
Sue Browning
May 15, 2025
Heartfelt condolences to Roy's family.
I knew Roy when he came to Oklahoma to visit his grandmother south of Cache. We were little kids having fun. He would practice roping by putting me on a saddle and roping me. He was such a little gentleman and very kind.
Gena Whitehouse
May 14, 2025
Gene Whitehouse from Sapulpa Oklahoma says Rest in Peace Buddy.
Tammie Pollock
May 14, 2025
Unending prayers for all the Cooper family. Rest Easy, Roy.
My deepest sympathy,
Tammie Pollock
Claire
May 12, 2025
Roy Copper was a Blessed Hearted Man and was buddies with George Strait for long time and how George Strait really feels about him as Roy Cooper best friend and Roy Copper was kind nice Blessed man really into nice good taste 90's music and 80's music also classical music and Roy Copper is everything to my heart with Support of love and faithfulness and Thank you be as you can and I will prey for you and God is with you in all time we missed you so much
Roy and Karen Brooks
May 10, 2025
Heartfelt condolences to the Roy Cooper family. So sorry to hear of his passing. Godspeed, Roy.
Harry Rose
May 10, 2025
We are heartbroken to hear of Roy´s passing. Clint, Cliff, Tuff and the entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. Your dad was a friend and a legend.
Our condolences,
Harry and Pam Rose
Barb Bender
May 9, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sending my condolences to your family. Fly high Roy. Giddyup.
Don Nuckols
May 8, 2025
I have a training video of Roy and his horse Charlie that made all the difference in the world for me in my perfect practice to be a better team roper. That was in 1983 over 40 years ago. Roy was a great influence on the roping world in general. Thanks Roy for all the help you weren't aware you gave people through sharing your knowledge. Rest in peace. Thanks again for everything.
Don Nuckols
Odessa Texas
Sam and Kim Love
May 8, 2025
So sorry to hear of Roy's passing. Sending lots of love, hugs and prayers to the family. My husband Sam Love goes way back with Roy, going from roping to roping all over the United States. We are so saddened, we send our deepest condolences. Happy trails Roy, you were one of a kind and will truly be missed. RIP cowboy.
Sam and Kim Love
JoLynn Carlton Kinman
May 7, 2025
Did not know your Dad personally but grew up in Lovington until '70. My Mother was Mary Jo Carlton, a Home Economist and knew your Grandmother. My Dad, Goldie Carlton, was RCA at 18 and later by late 50's barrelman Clown with Wick Peth, Wilbur Plaugher and hired for stock help by Mr. Beutler.
Sadly we lost Daddy in '65.
I know how hard it is too lose our Cowboy Parent. May He fully Rest in Peace.
Bud Hunt
May 7, 2025
I was in Ajra in early 70s .and knew Roy.He was one of the best ever.Prayers to Family.I rode bulls.
Yoyo Ketter
May 7, 2025
My heart goes out to the Cooper Family. It has been many years since I was in AJRA with Roy and Betty Gail. Once a friend always a friend with the good people in rodeos. He will be missed. RIP Roy. Yoyo Sellars Ketter
Randall Chamness
May 7, 2025
As a young man Roy inspired many of us.I grew up in Cisco TX in the 70S When Roy was at Cisco Jr College we would hang out at the Arena and pens at night and admire the older Cowboy Rodeo Group.Roy was allways ready with a quick word of Humor and Insperation. Over the years i have watched Roy grow into the Legend HE and his group built and became.Roy allways had a vision of being number 1 in the arena and he achieved it.We all have our trials here on earth but to be able to leave a legacy of insperation to a future Generation is as great an honor A man can do with his life.Loop on with your friends in Heaven REST IN PEACE my friend.Prayers For PEACE and LOVE to the COOPER FAMILY.
Marilyn Rodgers
May 6, 2025
The members of Monument Baptist Church in Monument, New Mexico would like to send condolences to the family. And let you know you're in our thoughts and prayers.
Brenda Dodd
May 6, 2025
So sorry to hear of Roy's passing. May God give his family peace and comfort at this time. I will miss seeing him in the stands watching Tuf rope. I know Tuf will miss him greatly. God bless all the family.
Livie Shearman
May 6, 2025
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Travis D Moore
May 6, 2025
Sorry to hear about the tragic passing of Roy, I remember when he had a boot store here years ago really awesome man.prayers for peace for family and friends in Jesus name Amen
Lisa Hines
May 5, 2025
My thoughts and Prayers Go out to The Cooper Family and The Rodeo Family & Friends
Steve Mitchell
May 5, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve and Stephanie Mitchell
Ron and Ann Frederick
May 5, 2025
We have lost another of the great rodeo legends. Roy Cooper inspired so many of the young rodeo competitors in the rodeo world today.
"Our purpose in life is to be useful, honorable, passionate and to have it make a difference in someone's life so that when we pass on they will think of us and know we lived and lived well" Roy lived a full and purposeful life. He will be remembered.
Sincerely,
Ron Frederick
Mission, SD
Judy R Young
May 5, 2025
Tuff and family so sorry for your loss of Mr. Roy may God be with you in the days ahead and give you strength and faith. I love watching your Dad rope he always amazed me! We loss a great roper and man but God gained another angel.
Judy Young
Ray bates
May 4, 2025
Ray bates says rest in peace roy. You where the very best , no dought.
Jane Wade
May 4, 2025
My sincere condolences to all the family and friends of this special man. May he rest in peace .
Jackie lawrence
May 4, 2025
Super Looper you will be missed. I used to ride in PRCA and watched you a number of times of which I was proud to watch you. I will be seeing you soon. Ricky Lawrence
Diana Garrison
May 4, 2025
Coleman and I were truly sad to hear about Roy. A legend that changed how we viewed calf roping! Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and closest friends . God Speed. I hope all of those special horses are at the gates to greet you.
Naomi Carpenter Smith
May 4, 2025
'Go rest high on that mountain,
your time on earth is done'
Healing prayers for comfort and peace for his family and many friends throughout this most difficult and challenging time.
Traci Stewart
May 4, 2025
There will never be another like Roy. The greatest roper of all times, always smiled, had tons of fun. A legend for sure gone too soon. RIP Roy Cooper.
Sincere condolences to the family.
Mike Murphy
May 4, 2025
Roy inspired us all to rope calves while growing up with my buddies in Conroe. He was the bes ever and we wanted to be like him. RIP Roy Cooper, I will always remember you.
Mike Murphy
Burleson, TX
Jeff sims
May 3, 2025
My sincere condolenses
Julian J. (Ron) Campbell
May 3, 2025
Roy Cooper was a very good friend to me when he lived in Durant, Ok. He was going to college and Roping nearly every day. I would give him tides to the air port in Dallas, and one think I remember. He could eat a wendy's Hamburger, almost as fast as he could tie a calf. He and I had some great times together in Oklahoma city at the NFR.I will Miss Him and all his cool remarks. RIP BROTHER.
Sheri Smith
May 3, 2025
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I had the pleasure of working with the Coopers in honoring those who serve our country. Roy was a kind man and he and his family will forever be in our hearts. Sheri Smith, President of Warriors and Rodeo.
James Edward Swift
May 3, 2025
I met Roy Cooper at a rodeo in the Astrodome in the early 80's. I never met a finer gentleman. Go with God Mr. Cooper.
Jared Lyde
May 3, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will always remember. Prayers for you and yours. The Lyde´s- Texas
Michael Oberg
May 3, 2025
Mr. Cooper, I never got that chance to meet you, but you were my mothers brothers best friend. Bobby Hines died so young. You guys were just kids. I´ve been blessed to grow up with the stories. And I pray for all who love you and that the love you left fills the hearts of all. God bless you.
Kerry Morris
May 3, 2025
Best Cowboy to ever back in the box, Met Roy when he lived in Oklahoma, Learned so much from him, This breaks my heart, Prayers for the Cooper family. RIP Mr Roy
Charlie Woods
May 3, 2025
So sorry to hear of Roy's passing..I first met him at Larry Mahan's place in Camp Verde then crossed paths at rodeos over the years..Prayers for family, friends and fans..Rest in peace Mr. ROY..
Jim poore
May 3, 2025
Got to spend time with Roy at Herbert Therito´s roping in Wiggins Mississippi great memory in november 1989 or 90 .
B. Smith, National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
May 3, 2025
Roy Cooper, painted by William F. Draper, 1984, oil on canvas. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Collection. 1984.048.
Garry Hopkins
May 3, 2025
Met Roy in 1994 at NFR in Oklahoma City.
Really nice guy. Roy is certainly a legend and for me the greatest of all times.
Praying for peace and comfort for his family.
Sharon Mendolia
May 3, 2025
What a great loss he will be missed terribly
Gary D Potter
May 3, 2025
Heartfelt condolences to Roy Cooper's family and friends. He was ahead of his time in the rodeo world. He will be missed. May you know God's Peace in the coming days. Gary D Potter
Barbara Maness
May 3, 2025
A TRUE loss.
Your legend/talents will forever live on; Thanks for the memories. Prayers and condolences to each family member and ALL of his friend. RIP, "Super Looper"
Mr. Jr.
May 3, 2025
My condolences.
Missy Lloyd
May 3, 2025
I am blessed to call him friend and hero. Praying for his family, friends and many many fans. There´ll never be another like him.
Monte Cluck
May 3, 2025
I have know RC since high school. A great competitor and he truly did change the way we all looked at our slack and ting a calf. RIP my friend.
Lonnie Lavender
May 3, 2025
Praying for all the family, Roy will be missed by many,
Janelle Almendis
May 3, 2025
May the God of love and life, comfort your hearts.
Melissa Dunn
May 3, 2025
Melissa Atteberry Dunn
Gary Sparshu
May 3, 2025
Had the pleasure of knowing Roy and watching him make some of his terrific runs. Bought my first roping saddle from Roy at the Calgary Stampede. You will be forever missed by more than your family, Rest in Peace, Gone too soon Bro.
D byce Leverette
May 3, 2025
Rest in peace
Jo (Stermer) Carlson *Rafter C/S Ranch
May 2, 2025
Prayers for the Cooper Family for healing, He was a hero to so many, and very kind....he will be greatly missed, but not forgotten.....He was the Rodeo world.....The Rafter C/S Ranch Jo (Stermer) Carlson, and Dennis Carlson...
John Wesley
May 2, 2025
Roy Cooper was an inspiration in 1976 during my high school rodeo year. He was the rookie of the year in the PRCA and I was a graduate in Ft. Thomas High school. Ft. Thomas AZ. He was an inspiration to young Apache cowboys here on San Carlos Apache Reservation. We would be glued to the TV set when the NFR was in OKC. Happy trails cowboy.
JW Bylas AZ
Clint Hood
May 2, 2025
Look up the Poem " If You Could See Where I Have Gone "
Bob & Bonnie Dube
May 2, 2025
I know the dept of your loss. Your are on own minds and prayers. Bob & Bonnie Dube, Taylor & Shane Hanchey grandparents.
Laurel Grindle
May 2, 2025
He was a dear friend of my dad Claude Kimberlin. Roy made sure he checked on my dad who is a nursing home daily. He had such a big heart and will be missed by our family.
Susie Simmons
May 2, 2025
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joe David Fanning
May 2, 2025
Joe Fanning sends his prayers to the cooper family, he said there will never be another one like him, he enjoyed the time he spent roping at the place in Durant, Oklahoma.
Sharla (Hampton) Curtis
May 2, 2025
You will never be forgotten, you certainly left your mark in this world and you beat us up there to heaven, we all know God needs us back at some point in life, Your the Super Looper in the sky and I bet you have done found Betty Gayle and what a great reunion your having with the ones you missed when they left this earth. It has been an honor to have crossed paths with you in this life I certainly will always remember you, bye for now my friend.
Mark Coffey
May 2, 2025
To Clay Tom and Roys boys and the entire family we send our hope that the good Lord will be with, and comfort you all. Roy was truly one of a kind and will never be forgotten.
Mark Coffey and family
Glenda Rowland Bearden
May 2, 2025
God bless this family in this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Glenda Rowland Bearden and the Rowland family.
Paula Bell Haby
May 2, 2025
RIP dear legend. Ride high & fast.
sherry susan
May 2, 2025
My sincere condolences on the loss of this great man
Trent Tucker
May 2, 2025
I had the honor of meeting you Mr. Cooper and your family at you and my father's induction into the Oklahoma Sports Hall Of Fame in 2014. My father and I would watch you on TV back in the 1970's together. You were a true Cowboy!!! You put roping on the map, and surely paid your dues to do so. Your induction speech told pretty much the whole story Haha!!! And none of us there that night cared you went way over your speech time. Lol!!!
All of my love and prayers to your family and friends. And thank you for making my father's induction night so memorable. You're one of the first faces that pops in my head, every time I think of that day and evening. And I still wish I could've worn my jeans, boots, dress coat, and cowboy hat like you did, instead of that tux I had to wear. Lol!!!
Thank you for all the love and good times that weekend, with you and your family and friends. What a night to remember.
OneLove,
Trent Tucker
P.S. I'm sure you and my father are both laughing right now together. I'll be there when "He" decides it's my time to join y'all again.
Lori Foster
May 2, 2025
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you Tuff and your loved ones today and always. Prayers for the Cooper family. Lori n Jon from NM
Tina Burbank
May 2, 2025
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Pamela Nokes Moore
May 2, 2025
Our father, J.W. Nokes worked the PRCA Rodeo circuit with Butler and Son Rodeo Co. He had the pleasure of knowing the young Roy Cooper from the start of his professional rodeo career to winning seven championships and the all-round world championship. The last time my dad saw Roy was in 2007 in Guthrie at the Roy Cooper´s World Champion Jr Calf Roping. We will cherish the memories we have growing up around Rodeos and cowboys and the impression they left on our life!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sincerely, J.W. Nokes family.
Glenda Bearden
May 2, 2025
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Glenda Rowland Bearden and the Rowland family.
BP
May 2, 2025
My condolences to the family. I am very sorry for your loss. May you receive strength and peace from God. Romans 15:13
Bubba Berry
May 2, 2025
Roy was part of the Ben Johnson- Bubba Berry Celebrity Roping.
Got to know him and he had a lot of great stories. In my book he was the best Roper that ever lived. People called him looper, I called him 2 step. He come off that horse and it was like 2 steps and bam he was there.
R. I. P. MY FRIEND, you touch a lot of people & will be missed.
Thad & Theresa Cox
May 2, 2025
So very sorry for the loss of Roy!! Sending love & prayers for the entire family.
Linda
May 1, 2025
Always watched any rodeo he competed in. He was always the super looper and will be a legend . Prayers to his boys snd family
Garry Hookins
May 1, 2025
Rest In Peace friend
Martha Richard
May 1, 2025
So Sad to hear the news of this Awesome Cowboy. Such a Legend May he rest in Peace . Prayers to the Family & many Friends . The Richard´s- Louisiana
William T Wisby Jr and Angela Perkins Wisby
May 1, 2025
Tuff so sorry about you daddy, pray continues for the Cooper family, we love y´all and your dad has been my hero as for as I can remember, from the day a feel in love with horses and barrel racing. He is Roping in the arena of Gold right now with his Lord and savior.
Clay Wilson
May 1, 2025
Clay Wilson
Rochelle Takacs
May 1, 2025
I remember back in the late 80's I was in Salinas California and Roy came out of the arena and he was leading it, he grabbed myself and my friend and said let's go have dinner. Where's the best place to eat here he asked. We said we were from Oregon and he said great help you are! Then he said okay you two let's go find a good place, what's your two's names? From there on he always remembered me when he saw me at rodeos and such. We all lost a true friend and legend. My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and fans
Connie Fowler
May 1, 2025
I am so very sorry for your loss, Roy will be missed by so many. I first met Roy back when he was going to school at Southeastern in Durant. He and Clay were both roommates with my late husband Kevin Fowler. I am sure Roy and Kevin will have a lot to catch up on. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Love to you all,
Connie Fowler
Helene Caton
May 1, 2025
When Clint Cooper was in my third grade class he said his dad, Roy and a movie star were coming to visit our classroom. When Roy Cooper and Brad Johnson walked in, I was speechless. They were so kind to my students and I will never forget that. My deep condolences to the Cooper family.
Fred Wilson
May 1, 2025
Sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. Roy will be missed by family and friends. May you find comfort from our Heavenly Father. May Roy Rest in Peace in the memory of our Heavenly Father.
Carl Lamb
May 1, 2025
When I was in high school rodeo, everybody wanted to ride roughstock. I got hurt riding a bull and decided that wasn´t for me. I went to a rodeo and watched him set that arena on fire with his presence. That made me want to do calf roping. I got a horse and started roping in high school. They say to never meet your heroes, because they will let you down. They couldn´t have been more wrong. I met him twice while roping at the college level. Both times he shook my hand and gave me that big Texas grin. He stood there and visited with me, like we were old friends and he had nowhere else to go. A true peoples champion.
The world lost a true legend this week. And his presence on earth will definitely be missed.
Chuck chanley
May 1, 2025
He was a legend such a humble young boy i started the first grade with Betty Gail his older sister l love her much Tuffy Roy`s dad referee all my basketball games in junior high at Monument Betty Rose his mom was my mom´s best friend Jimmy Cooper his uncle when I was little, always threatened to cut my ears off. I was scared of him there is no Coopers at monument anymore more don´t seem right gonna miss you Roy
Bill Alverson
May 1, 2025
RIP Roy , had many hours of entertainment watching you perform at the top of your game. What a GOD given talent you had. You were a great ambassadors for the sport of rodeo.
Chris
May 1, 2025
I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Roy Cooper. May the God of all comfort be with your family during this difficult time
Terry Fuller
May 1, 2025
I met Roy when I worked at Cadillacs in the stockyards and he was a good man and will miss him and always remember super looper. God bless and so sorry for the family.
Linda Grace/ Stringfellow
May 1, 2025
His legion will stay with all of us till we meet up with him again, He was the best of the best with a personality that topped it all off.
Praying for the family & very close friends we were all lucky to have known him or had him in your life.
RIP Roy
J Hoffman
May 1, 2025
My all time favorite rider, he was a thrill to watch growing up. Sending condolences to his family and friends, he will be greatly missed. RIP Roy, you continue to shine and inspire in heaven.
Shar McKay Albrecht
May 1, 2025
Rest in Peace Cowboy.
Terry Carter
May 1, 2025
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John Newman
May 1, 2025
Roy was a true icon, his work ethic, and love for God, Family and Country, showing today´s youth the true fabric of what makes a great man, and deserving Hero to many. Including many other icons and heroes. So to the family, when someone comes up and says, sorry for your loss, just remember! It´s not lost if you know where it is. And remember the Blessings God has given you. Y´all are a true American family, showing and living true American values, my prayers are with you all.
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