The rodeo community and countless supporters across the country are mourning the heartbreaking and sudden loss of Oaklynn Rae Domer, the beloved 3-year-old daughter of Kelsie Domer and her husband, Ryan. Oaklynn’s passing has left her family devastated and has touched the hearts of many who have followed Kelsie’s remarkable career and admired the close-knit, loving family she and Ryan built together.
Kelsie Domer, a 10-time world champion recognized by the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association, has long been known not only for her excellence in competition but also for her devotion to her family. Behind every championship and milestone was a mother whose greatest pride was her daughter. Oaklynn was often described as a bright, joyful child whose smile could light up any room. Her presence brought immense happiness to those around her, and she was deeply cherished by her parents, extended family, and the broader rodeo family.
Friends, fellow competitors, and supporters have expressed an outpouring of love, prayers, and heartfelt condolences to the Domer family. Many have shared messages remembering Oaklynn as a precious soul whose short life made a lasting impact. The loss of a child is an unimaginable sorrow, and the community has come together to surround Kelsie and Ryan with strength, compassion, and unwavering support during this incredibly painful time.
As the Domer family navigates this profound grief, they are being uplifted by the prayers and kindness of people near and far. Oaklynn’s memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved her and in the enduring bond of her family.
Though her life was brief, Oaklynn Rae Domer will always be remembered as a cherished daughter and a beautiful light gone far too soon.
