Dory Funk, Jr., a larger-than-life character in the rings in Amarillo and later, the world, continues to be one in real life as he turned 85 on Tuesday, Feb. 3, in his home at Ocala, Florida. The ...

Depending on which former wrestler you ask, some will say the greatest thrill they had was either as an active wrestler or providing the tools and guidance to the next generational talents hungry on ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – There are a lot of retired wrestlers who are often referred to as “Legends.” But seldom do any get the respect that Dory Funk Jr. does. The legendary Funk family in Texas ...

Editor's note: Portions of this story are being reprinted with permission of the Ocala Gazette and the article's author, Susan Smiley-Height. Dory Funk, Jr., a larger-than-life character in the rings ...