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    Randy Charles Brooks - 1949-2026

    There really aren’t words big enough to sum up Randy’s life or the hole his absence leaves in his family. He worked hard, played hard, loved his family fiercely and packed more living into 77 years than most people could fit into several lifetimes. He made sure his family knew he loved them, and they loved and admired him beyond measure.

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    Title Fights Round 7

    Super Qualifer - all checks qualify to Ariat WSTR Finale 20 held this year in Sweetwater, TX

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    Clyde Yarbrough - 1940-2026

    He was a loving father, husband and papa. As the years went by Clyde traveled countless miles to share special events with his daughters and his grand kids. Clyde filled his days working around his house in Almyra; repairing saddles, building roping dummies, and being with his beloved wife Dixie.

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    Troy Wayne Ragsdale - 1969-2026

    Troy’s greatest joy came from being a father and grandfather. He cherished every moment spent with his children and grandchildren, especially taking Kamden fishing and Kynlee to ride horses at the rodeo. He always ensured that they knew how deeply he loved them and how proud he was of their accomplishments. His big heart extended beyond family—he was known for helping anyone in need and bringing lighthearted humor wherever he went. Whether he was cutting up with his roping friends at a rodeo arena or being the life of the party singing Creed songs at karaoke, Troy’s presence was unforgettable.

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    James Lee "Jim" Hill - 1948-2026

    Jim enjoyed team roping and hauling his daughters to rodeos. He also served Channing ISD as a school board member for many years and Hartley County as a county commissioner for two terms. He was a founding member of the High Plains Ranchers and Breeders Association, giving local ranchers a place to showcase the horses they bred and raised. Whether horseback, working cattle, raising a good horse, or helping neighbors and family, Jim lived with purpose, determination, and a steady devotion to the ranching way of life.

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    Tommy Joe Hamar Sr. - 1943-2026

    Tommy was a member of the Melrose Roping Club, and enjoyed team roping. He worked as a cattle order buyer for many years and owned cattle for most of his life. Later on in life, he went to work for the Roberts family driving a cattle truck and working on the farm. Tommy thoroughly enjoyed the western way of life and believed in working cattle horseback as much as possible.

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    Gerald "Jerry" Clyde Kendall - 1954-2026

    Rodeo was the heartbeat of Jerry’s life. A respected team roper, he won the Dodge Circuit Finals multiple times and even won the Century Roping at the Caldwell Night Rodeo. He had more roping wins than most could count, supported by a long list of great partners who shared in his success. Jerry was well-known for his talent in the arena, his willingness to share his knowledge, and his natural knack for finding a good horse—which almost always ended up with one of his kids or grandkids. Beyond his skill with horses, he had a deep love for trading western silver and could famously turn just about anything into a deal or a trade.

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    Everett Eugene Glover - 1941- 2026

    He was proud to serve as a rodeo chaplain and as a rough stock director for the New Mexico High School Rodeo Association, where he made a lasting impact on many lives. His love for rodeo was matched by his deep love for Jesus and his unwavering devotion to his family.

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