The Cooper family has been hit hard with the unexpected loss of Shryl Cooper.
Shryl was married to 1981 All-Around World Champion Jimmie Cooper for 47 years. Together they lived the rodeo family life. She is the mother of National Finals Rodeo (NFR) team roping twin boys Jake and Jim, and top-notch breakaway roper Jill.
At only 70 years old Shryl has been in a battle after back surgery October 29, 2025. After a successful surgery and an 11-day hospital stay, Shryl was sent home to finish her recovery…