Jonathan Rechner, known to wrestling fans as Balls Mahoney, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 44. Here are some reactions from the wrestling world:
BREAKING: WWE is saddened to learn of the passing of ECW Superstar Balls Mahoney. https://t.co/JNLRv4Zu0E pic.twitter.com/NwzDLAmBeb
— WWE (@WWE) April 13, 2016
https://twitter.com/RealMickFoley/status/720080356947423233
I am beyond sad to announce my friend ECW Original Balls Mahoney has passed away. I just spoke w/his wife. pic.twitter.com/OAs3vOmGEH
— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) April 13, 2016
https://twitter.com/lancestorm/status/720128207161167872
RIP Balls Mahoney. We ran in different circles, but you were always kind to me and always smiling. Thx for the Stephen King convo’s. #Spork
— Hurricane Helms (@ShaneHelmsCom) April 13, 2016
R.I.P. Balls Mahoney
— Rob Van Dam (@TherealRVD) April 13, 2016
Goodbye to a real, true character in our business. Balls was always good to me. #RIPBallsMahoney
— ? Frankie Kazarian ? (@FrankieKazarian) April 13, 2016
That's my understanding. Much too young. Always a pleasant guy to be around. Sad.
RIP John. https://t.co/WpJDJs6N6E— Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) April 13, 2016
