TLC’s ‘Gypsy Sisters’ Kayla Williams’ Ex Dead At 37

Tragic news for TLC fans of Gypsy Sisters as Kayla Williams’ ex-husband Douglas Cooper has been confirmed dead at the age of 37.
Unfounded reports of Douglas Cooper’s death started to swirl on several fan groups dedicated to Gypsy Sisters last weekend. The reports, however, were confirmed via Keyser Carr Simpson Hammerl Funeral Services this past week.
What caused Gypsy Sisters star Kayla Williams’ ex-husband Douglas Cooper to pass away at such a young age? Keep reading for the details that were made public over the weekend.

TLC’s Gypsy Sisters Kayla Williams’ Ex Dead At 37
Unfortunately, the post doesn’t include an obituary. Moreover, there also hasn’t been any information made public surrounding Douglas Cooper’s cause of death at the age of 37. The post does include a sweet memorial slideshow. His funeral took place over the weekend with the reception and burial to follow in Saugerties, NY at the Full Gospel Rock Church.
Here is the post from the funeral home on Facebook confirming his passing this past week:
And below are a few photos from his service:
In his death, he leaves behind his wife MaryAnnie. Per their social media activity, Douglas and his wife MaryAnnie welcomed their son into the world in January of this year. They named him Douglas Cooper III.
His niece noted that her Uncle Doug was one of the nicest people you would ever meet and had a huge heart. In a separate social media post, she mourned his loss noting that he left behind a lot of people who still needed him including his wife and his babies. “He had his whole life ahead of him.”
How To Watch Gypsy Sisters
Gypsy Sisters is a series dedicated to taking a closer look at the way the Gyspy community lives. Doug was married to Kayla Williams (who was a cast member of the series from the very beginning of the show) for a period of time. The series premiered in 2013 and ran for four seasons coming to an end in 2015. All four seasons of Gyspy Sisters are available for streaming via Max (the newly rebranded HBO Max).
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Rest in peace, Douglas Cooper. Fans’ thoughts and prayers are with the family he has left behind during this difficult time.
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