J. W. Stoker[1][2] (September 30, 1927 – April 21, 2022) was an American trick rider and trick roper.[3]
J. W. Stoker | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 30, 1927 |
| Died | April 21, 2022 (aged 94) Weatherford, Texas, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Trick rider, trick roper |
Life and career
editStoker was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado.[4]
Stoker began his career in 1939.[5] He was a stunt rider for Roy Rogers.[4] He also performed as a double for actor Sam Bottoms in the film Bronco Billy.[6][7][8]
In 2011, Stoker was inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame.[3]
Stoker died on April 21, 2022 in Weatherford, Texas, at the age of 94.[4]
References
edit- ^ "The Ace and Two Duces––top act". Edmonton Journal. Edmonton. March 28, 1973. p. 32. Retrieved February 26, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "J.W. Stoker throws rodeo for a loop". Chicago Tribune. Chicago, Illinois. April 6, 1984. p. 84. Retrieved February 26, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ a b "J.W. Stoker". ProRodeo Hall of Fame. Retrieved February 26, 2023.
- ^ a b c "J.W. Stoker Obituary". Tribute Archive. Retrieved February 26, 2023.
- ^ "J. W. Stoker Booked for Dixie Roundup Speciality Acts". Washington County News. Saint George, Utah. September 15, 1977. p. 8. Retrieved February 26, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Tricky business: Rider/roper brings act to Fat Stock Show Rodeo". Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Fort Worth, Texas. January 25, 1987. p. 55. Retrieved February 26, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "J.W. Stoker––Trick Artist, Movie Star: Magic Ropes, Horses Entertain Worldwide". The Houston Herald. Houston, Missouri. June 1, 1989. p. 19. Retrieved February 26, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Nicolaus, Ruth (June 19, 2015). "Back When They Bucked with J.W. Stoker". Rodeo News. Retrieved February 26, 2023.
External links
edit- J. W. Stoker at IMDb
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