Dory Funk

Dory Funk Sr.
Funk in 1962
Birth nameDorrance Wilhelm Funk
Born(1919-05-04)May 4, 1919
Hammond, Indiana, U.S.
DiedJune 3, 1973(1973-06-03) (aged 54)
Amarillo, Texas, U.S.
Alma materIndiana State University
Spouse(s)Dorothy Culver Funk
Betty Funk
Children3, including Dory Funk Jr. and Terry Funk
Professional wrestling career
Ring name(s)Dory Dean
Dory Deane
Dory Dillard
Dory Funk
Dory Funk Sr.
The Outlaw
Billed height6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
Billed weight249 lb (113 kg)
Billed fromAmarillo, Texas
Debut1940

Dorrance Wilhelm Funk (May 4, 1919 – June 3, 1973) was an American professional wrestler. He is the father of wrestlers Dory Funk Jr. and Terry Funk, and was a promoter of the Amarillo, Texas-based Western States Sports promotion.