08/14/2026
💔 **HE LEFT FOR WORK — BUT NEVER CAME HOME**
In Texas City, Texas, a family is facing a heartbreaking loss after lineman Ryne Cooper was killed on August 11 while doing the dangerous work he dedicated himself to.
Ryne was more than a lineman. He was a husband, a father, a provider, and, according to those who knew him best, a man whose family meant everything to him.
He leaves behind his wife, Macy, and their two young sons, Reed and Rory.
His sister-in-law, Kelsie Cooper, shared the heartbreaking news, describing Ryne as a devoted husband and loving father who treasured time with his family and friends. He loved being outdoors, making memories, and simply being surrounded by the people he cared about.
Now, Macy is facing life without her husband, and two little boys are growing up without their dad.
A fundraiser organized by Kelsie has already raised more than $100,000 to help with funeral and memorial expenses, immediate needs, and the financial responsibilities the family now faces.
But beyond financial support, this family needs prayers.
🙏 **Please pray for Macy, Reed, and Rory. Pray for everyone who loved Ryne, and pray for every lineman who leaves home each day to do a job most of us depend on but rarely think about.**
These men and women work in dangerous conditions to keep communities powered and connected. Every time they climb that pole, their families wait for them to come home.
💙 **Rest peacefully, Ryne. Your family and the people who knew you will carry your memory forward.**
**If you know a lineman or someone who works a dangerous job, take a moment today to tell them you appreciate what they do.**
