WWE Hall of Famer Terry Funk passes away at 79-years-old

The wrestling world came forward to mourn the demise of Hall of Famer Terry Funk who passed away this Wednesday.

WWE Hall of Famer Terry Funk passes away at 79-years-old

Terry Funk (via WWE)

WWE Legend and Hall of Famer Terry Funk passed away this Wednesday at the age of 79. WWE has posted it on its social media handles to inform the wrestling world. They have extended condolences to his loved ones and his family, as the former superstar was a prominent name in the company.

Terry Funk started wrestling in the year 1965 and had an outstanding career in WWE. Mick Foley, another wrestling legend, has shown condolences to the Hall of Famer as he wrote, “There will never be another like him.” The whole wrestling industry is saddened to learn about the demise of Terry Funk.

Funk was born on June 30, 1944. During the initial stages of his career, he married Vicki Ann. Terry and Vicki have two daughters named Brandee and Stacy. The Hall of Famer has competed all over the world, which includes All Japan Pro Wrestling, WWF, WCW, and WWE.

During his illustrious career, he claimed many championships, such as the NWA World Heavyweight championship, the ECW World Heavyweight championship and the WWF Tag Team Championship. Therefore, the wrestling world came forward to pay tribute to the iconic career of Terry Funk.

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According to Wrestling Inc, Funk was diagnosed with dementia. Terry Funk was a member of the Hall of Fame Class of 2009 in WWE. Many WWE legends and superstars have shown condolences and mourned his demise, including WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair, who wrote, “Terry Funk was a great wrestler.”

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WWE Universe reacts to Terry Funk’s demise

Terry Funk
Terry Funk (via POST Wrestling)

Terry Funk’s demise has been a hard hit for the wrestling industry. Many WWE fans are saddened to learn about Hall of Famer’s demise. The WWE Universe has been sharing their condolences all over the internet. Here are some Twitter reactions to the heartbreaking news of Terry Funk’s demise.

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The WWE fans are showing support for the family of Terry Funk in these hard times. The Hall of Famer has laid the foundation for modern hardcore matches. Funk has had an outstanding career in WWE. Terry Funk’s legacy will forever live on in the hearts of the fans.

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