Gene L. Carlson

Gene L. Carlson, 52, of Cheyenne, Wyoming passed away on May 24, 2023 in Cheyenne, Wyoming at Davis Hospice Center surrounded by his wife, mother, a close friend and his two dogs, after a two year battle with brain cancer.
Gene was born on August 14, 1970 in Greeley, Colorado.
Gene graduated from Cheyenne Central High School. He was an automotive technician by trade for over 35 years. Gene grew up in a ranching environment where he became and avid roper and horse trainer. Gene’s passion was drag racing where he excelled doing what he loved which included building his own race car. His hobbies included working on cars, gardening and cooking for his family and friends. Gene also enjoyed riding his Harley.
Gene is survived by his wife and high school sweetheart, Kelly Carlson of Cheyenne; his mother, Dianna Carlson of Cheyenne; and his brother Stacy Carlson and wife Jane of Eaton, Colorado; as well as uncles and several cousins. He is also survived by his loving pitbulls, Deuce of 12 years and Jewel of 6 years.
Gene was preceded in death by his sister, Billie Jo who was born his third birthday.
Services will be Saturday, June 10, 2023, 2:00 p.m., at Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel with a celebration of his life to immediately follow at The Gathering Place.