Richard Leroy Cooper passed away at his home in Yerington on Thursday, September 21, 2023.  He was 64

Richard Leroy Cooper II, "Coop," was born to Mildred Hargus and Richard Leroy Cooper I in
Phoenix, Arizona, on April 8th, 1959. In 1962, the family moved to Laytonville, California, to help
John R. Hargus "Granddad" on Ranch Primero. Here, Mildred raised Richard and his brothers,
Johnny, Robert, and Jack. The family settled at the Lazy GF ranch in September of 1975.

Richard graduated from Yerington High School in 1977 and continued baling and working cattle and land
with his brothers.  Shortly thereafter was the birth of his first daughter Jessica, followed by Richard III, Rachel,
and Grace. During this time, Richard worked for IFA, Snyder Livestock Company, and Denson
Surveying, where he explored the state of Nevada by foot. Following this, he moved to Colorado and
worked for the City of Durango for a decade as a beloved coworker and treasured community
member.

He returned to his roots in Yerington in 2017, where he worked for Peri and Sons Farms and
was able to spend time with his mother Mildred, children, and grandchildren William, Cooper, and
Clare. Coop will forever be remembered for: his love of animals, including his chickens; his green
thumb for cacti, roses, and his garden; and, for his knowledge and love of the moon. Most of all, we
will cherish Richard for his witty sense of humor and undevoted love for his family, friends, and
kindness to all.

Please join us for a Celebration of his Life on Sunday, October 8th in Yerington, Nevada at
Tailgaters Sports Bar, 517 West Bridge Street, Yerington at 3:00pm.

Family and friends are invited to sign his online guest book at www.FRFH.net .

Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Freitas Rupracht Funeral Home, 25 Hwy 208 Yerington, NV 89447 (775) 463-2911