What happened to Oaklynn Rae Domer? Tributes pour in as 3-year old daughter of multiple WPRA world champion passes away
Oaklynn Rae Domer, daughter of Kelsie Domer, has passed away on Feb. 19. While neither Kelsie nor her
husband Ryan Domer has said anything on their social media accounts, several Facebook pages have shared the
news of Oaklynn’s passing.
It is worth noting that as of the time of writing, the Domer family has not addressed the alleged incident or
shared any details about Oaklynn Rae Domer’s death.
Oaklynn Rae Domer was a well-known child in the rodeo community as she often accompanied her parents in
competitions and supported them. She also appeared on her parents’ social media posts frequently.
Kelsie Chance Domer grew up in Cherokee, Oklahoma. Growing up in her family’s ranch house, she went on to
compete in junior and high school rodeos. Currently, as a professional, she lives in Stephenville, Texas, with her
family.
Oaklynn Rae Domer’s father, Ryan, qualified for the College National Finals Rodeo. As the news of the child’s
passing spread online, fans of the Domers have shared their condolences.
Tributes pour in for Oaklynn Rae Domer
Fans of the rodeo star shared their thoughts on Oaklynn Rae Domer’s passing. Many expressed their own
struggles as they talked about their children’s deaths. They prayed for the Domer family and said that the pain of
losing a child persists for years.
“I too lost a daughter and there are no words. She was 16. My way of dealing with it was I kept
telling myself she was only on loan to me. She was Gods child. Prays for the family and may God
put his loving arms around you and see you thru this devastating loss,” one netizen wrote.
“I lost one of my sons when he was 8. That was 35 years ago and reading about this loss makes my
heart and soul grieve for the parents and the family. May God be with them in the days and years
ahead of them,” another Facebook user added.
“It’s nothing you ever get over. Been there twice. Please pass on our condolences to the Domer
family on the loss of their little Oaklynn. I wouldn’t wish that kind of heartache on my worst
enemy,” another user commented.
Netizens continued to share tributes for Oaklynn Rae Domer. Some even said that accidents happen and that
nothing can be done. Calling the child an “angel” rodeo fans wished for her soul to rest in peace.
“Accidents happen. And only God knows why. Its a horrible thing to work through I’m sure. You
will see your child again. Hang onto that. I know doesn’t help the empty spot. But at least you have
that. Gods comfort will return with wisdom and peace,” one Facebook user wrote.
“Many prayers for their sweet family as they mourn their beautiful little angel,” another netizen
noted.

“Lifting the Domer family up in my prayers. I am so so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful little
angel,” another user added.
About Kelsie Domer
Kelsie Chace Domer grew up in a ranching family in Cherokee, Oklahoma. She is a graduate of Southwestern Oklahoma State University. She has won 10 WPRA world titles, including breakaway roping (2017-2019, 2024), All-Around (2020-2021), and tie-down roping (2018).
Kelsie married Ryan Domer in 2021, and they welcomed Oaklynn a year later. The Domers are well-respected and much-loved members of the rodeo community.