Pro wrestler Jonathan Rechner, better known to fans as “Balls Mahoney,” died on Tuesday at age 44, the WWE reports.
“WWE is saddened to learn of reports that Jonathan
Rechner, best known for competing in ECW as Balls Mahoney, has passed
away,” the organization said in a statement on its website. “WWE extends
its condolences to Rechner's family, friends and fans.”
Rechner was best known for wrestling in the WWE’s
Extreme Championship Wrestling brand. After being released from his WWE
contract in 2008, he continued wrestling on the independent circuit. A
cause of death has not yet been released.
Fellow wrestling star Mick Foley, who performed
with Rechner in the Smokey Mountain Wrestling league in the ‘90s,
remembered his friend on Facebook.
“Even among larger than life characters in
pro-wrestling, he was one of those guys who stood out - who made you
laugh, smile, or just walk away, shaking your head in disbelief, knowing
you had another Balls Mahoney story to share with the boys,” Foley
wrote. “RIP my friend. You brought us some great memories. My prayers
will be with your family and friends - especially the little boy you
loved and doted on at so many shows over the years.”
Rechner is survived by his 9-year-old son Christopher.
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