Lynn Charles Funkhouser of Cheyenne, Wyoming died Thursday, November 20, 2025 at Davis Hospice Center, Cheyenne, Wyoming. He was born in Torrington Wyoming on December 24, 1936.
Lynn attended the University of Wyoming and after several different jobs was hired by the State of Wyoming issuing drivers licenses in the DMV. His career with the state culminated as the Director of the DMV when he retired. Lynn was an avid fisherman and pilot of his Piper aircraft. He was interested in antiques, photography, and travel with his wife Rosa. Lynn was an animal lover and a proud member of the Shriners. He followed the Colorado Rockies and the University of Wyoming athletics. Lynn was a proud Wyomingite living his entire life in Wyoming with the exception of being a winter Texan for 20 years after retirement fishing in the bay near Padre Island.
He is survived by his wife, Rosa Funkhouser; sister, Ruby Bohanan; children: Frank Marsh (Sue O’Connor), John Marsh (Tammy Marsh), Ron Funkhouser (Denise Funkhouser), Lynn Charles Funkhouser, Jr., Suzy Cox; 11 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death are his parents, Vernie and Della Funkhouser; sister, Shirley Smith; and brother, Wayne Funkhouser.
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Funeral Services will be held at Wiedenspahn Radomsky Chapel of the Chimes on Monday, December 8, 2025 at 10 a.m. following internment at Mountain View Memorial Park, Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Cristine Ann Gebhard: 1964 – 2025
Cristine Ann Gebhard, born on June 15, 1964, in Madrid, Spain, passed away peacefully at her home in Cheyenne, Wyoming, on November 16, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.
Cristine dedicated an impressive 38 years to the Laramie County School District, where her intelligence and drive left a lasting impact on her colleagues and students. Her commitment to education is exemplified by her own academic journey, which began at East High School and continued with some college experience at Laramie County Community College.
Beyond her professional achievements, Cristine was a person of remarkable warmth and generosity. She was smart, driven, and always willing to help anyone at any time. Those who had the joy of knowing her remember her vibrant spirit and her myriad of interests. Cristine had a passion for crafts, which included bead work, jewelry making, and scrapbooking. Her creativity brought beauty and joy not only to her own life but to those around her as well.
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Cristine is survived by her mother, Judy of Cheyenne; brother, Bob of East Wenatchee, Washington; and a niece and two nephews of East Wenatchee, Washington, who will hold her memory dear. She joins her beloved father, David, in eternal rest.
Cristine Ann Gebhard’s legacy will be cherished by all who knew her, as she fostered an environment of kindness and creativity wherever she went. Her life serves as a testament to the power of compassion, intelligence, and the joys found in craft and community.
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — A Wyoming man died Dec. 22 in a motorcycle-versus-truck collision in Laramie County.
According to a recently released incident report from the Wyoming Highway Patrol, 24-year-old Wyoming man Kyle Pandullo was headed west on a motorcycle as a van approached from the opposite direction. The WHP reports that the van attempted to turn left into a business entrance, forcing Pandullo to brake in an effort to avoid a crash. His bike tipped over onto its side, sliding into the van.
The WHP lists driver inattention as a possible contributing factor in the wreck.
This story contains preliminary information as provided by the Wyoming Highway Patrol. The agency advises that information may be subject to change.
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JACKSON, Wyo. — Everyone’s favorite grizzly will grace the big screen this month.
Documentary 399 Forever will make its Wyoming premiere at The Center on Tuesday, Jan. 6, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $13.
The film follows passionate wildlife guides and photographers who dedicated their lives to tracking, teaching, and protecting Grizzly 399, the world’s most famous bear. As they capture her story, they also confront the growing impact of social media on wildlife, work to educate the public, and fight for practical solutions like bear-proof trash cans to keep both bears and people safe.
With mounting pressure to remove grizzlies from the endangered species list, the film explores the heart of a complex and emotional debate: What does it really mean to protect a wild animal?
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Learn more and buy tickets on The Center’s website.
Editor’s note: This episode was originally published on Oct. 12, 2025.
Two cabins in Jackson, Wyoming are what’s left of a set for a Hollywood western filmed in the area during the 1950s. One of them is five miles north of Jackson in Kelly and the other is under the ownership of History Jackson Hole, a museum in town.
This week on “It’s Worth Mentioning,” Rett Nelson speaks with local researcher Samantha Ford and dives into the history of these cabins, the film in which they were featured and why Jackson was selected as the production site.
If you’re a cinephile or a fan of old movies, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!
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Previous episodes are available in the audio player below. Watch previous episodes here.
Season two is coming in 2026. If you have a topic or guest idea for an upcoming episode, email rett@eastidahonews.com.
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