Kenlan Monroe “Scooter” Coleman Obituary, ARCHER COUNTY, Texas — Kenlan Monroe “Scooter” Coleman, a young member of the Archer County community and Windthorst student, is being remembered for his love of horses, cattle, rodeo and the Western way of life. His passing has left a profound loss for a community that saw him as one of the young cowboys who would help carry its Western heritage into the future.
Kenlan was the son of Justin and Kelly Coleman, whose family has been deeply involved with the Archer County Rodeo for many years. Justin has served as a board member and past officer, while Kelly has played an important role in the rodeo queen contest. Their family raised their children to be actively involved in the annual rodeo celebration, and Kenlan became a familiar presence at parades, grand entries and rodeo events.
Known affectionately as “Scooter” to his father and “Boo” to his mother, Kenlan was described as his daddy’s right-hand man and a hardworking young cowboy. He spent much of his time on horseback, working cattle for his father and for ranches throughout Texas. Those who knew him remembered him as someone who was always willing to work and help others.
Kenlan was also remembered for the happiness he brought to those around him. He was described as a cowboy who loved life and loved people deeply. His family and community remembered him as a bright light whose presence touched those who knew him.
Kenlan’s passing is also deeply felt by his brothers, Keaton and Kelvin, who, like him, grew up as part of the Archer County Rodeo family. He was preceded in death by his older sister, Kaybree, who died three years earlier. The Archer County Rodeo has honored Kaybree through its annual “Pink Out for Kaybree” and “Smile Like Kaybree” night, and those close to the family expressed hope that Kaybree welcomed her younger brother.
The loss of Kenlan has been described as a profound loss not only for his family and friends but also for the future of Archer County’s Western heritage. His dedication to horses, cattle and rodeo represented the kind of passion that has helped preserve the county’s cowboy traditions across generations.
Kenlan Monroe “Scooter” Coleman will be remembered by his family, friends and the Archer County community for the joy he shared, the work he embraced and the cowboy legacy he had already begun to carry forward. His memory remains part of a community that continues to mourn his passing and honor the young life he lived.
Wayne Paul West Obituary: Archer County, Texas – 13-Year-Old Cowboy Remembered for His Dreams and Love of the Western Life
Wayne Paul West Obituary, ARCHER COUNTY, Texas — Wayne Paul West, 13, is being remembered as a son, grandson, nephew, friend, athlete, student and cowboy whose life was filled with a deep love for horses, roping and the Western way of life. An Archer City Junior High student, Wayne Paul had already developed ambitious dreams for his future and a strong connection to his family’s ranching and rodeo traditions.
Wayne Paul was the son of Lauren and Zane West. His family has longstanding ties to the Archer County Rodeo and the Western community. Lauren previously organized the rodeo queen pageant and has a deep appreciation for the Western way of life, while Zane grew up participating in the Archer County Rodeo and continues that tradition with his own family.
Wayne Paul loved to rope and spent countless hours practicing with a dummy as he prepared for opportunities in the arena. He loved horses and his dogs, Willis and Lou, and enjoyed working with his colts alongside his father. He was particularly excited about spending more time at his family’s Three Circle Ranch in Foard County and becoming more involved in a place that held deep meaning for his family.
On August 15, Wayne Paul received the horse he had always dreamed of riding and roping from. His family said he had numerous plans for the years ahead. He intended to attend Texas Tech University, compete with the Texas Tech Rodeo Team, become an engineer and eventually have a family of his own.
Despite being only 13, Wayne Paul was described as someone who lived life at full speed and packed an extraordinary amount of experiences and dreams into his young life. Beyond his roles as a student and athlete, he was known as a devoted son, grandson, nephew and friend. He was also a protective and proud older brother to Monroe.
His passing represents a significant loss to his family, friends and the Archer County community, particularly to those who saw in him a young cowboy capable of helping carry the area’s Western traditions into another generation. His love for horses, roping, ranch work and rodeo had already become an important part of his identity.
Wayne Paul West will be remembered for the dreams he carried, the cowboy life he loved and the family and community he held close. His family and the Archer County community continue to mourn his loss while remembering the remarkable amount of life and purpose he brought to his 13 years. During this difficult time, prayers and condolences remain with his family, friends and everyone affected by his passing.
