Thanks for the good memories. Balls Mahoney, real name Jonathan Rechner, died of natural causes, after suffering a heart attack, according to the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office. Outside of the ring, Rechner and his wife, Gayle gave birth to a son named Christopher after his friend, Chris Candido. Mahoney got his start in the wrestling business alongside his friend, Chris Candido and the two started setting up rings at local shows in New Jersey in their teenage years. He also made headlines when he puked during a match with Marty Jannetty in 2012, which fueled the rumors. Rechner also wrestled as Boo Bradley in Smokey Mountain Wrestling and had a infamous short run in WWE in 1995 as Xanta Klaus -- Santa's evil brother. At Living Dangerously, they participated in a three-way dance, along with the Dudleyz in a losing effort to Spike Dudley and New Jack. Required fields are marked *. pic.twitter.com/oUgNJb6sfV, Truly bummed to hear about Balls Mahoney's passing. Several wrestlers, including WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley quickly took to social media to express their condolences. In recent years, Mahoney’s appearance changed drastically and while he’s the only one that knows the actual details, many speculated that it was as a result of drug use. Also, as of late 2009, Mahoney has become a regular competitor for National Wrestling Superstars. Sad to hear Balls Mahoney passed away. At November to Remember, Mahoney and Rotten lost to Da Baldies (Spanish Angel, Tony DeVito, Vito LoGrasso, and P.N. pic.twitter.com/OAs3vOmGEH. Staff Writer Dan Radel contributed to this report. pic.twitter.com/ky61l3jyRg. Typed comments will be lost if you are not logged in. At a show in August, the duo lost the title back to the Dudleyz. 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Have news, pics or video on a breaking news story? You do not need a Facebook profile to participate. After 44-year-old wrestling superstar Balls Mahoney suddenly died in April 2016, the wrestling world was left shocked, searching for answers. His often bloody matches led to the chance for his to work a few FMW tours in Japan, a country he traveled to a few times even after ECW closed. On April 12, 2016, one day after his 44th birthday, Rechner died suddenly at his home in Spring Lake Heights, New Jersey. Rest in Peace Balls Mahoney. On the other side of that talent existed a beautiful human being that would give you the shirt off his back. NJ whip ban protects racehorses, hurt the sport? They formed the unbreakable duo “The Hardcore Chair Swingin’ Freaks.”. "He loved every minute of that and made lifelong friends," Sotelo said. Spring Lake Heights native John Rechner, better known by his professional wrestling persona Balls Mahoney, shown in 1999. according to World Wrestling Entertainment, Ric Flair talks daughter Charlotte's success in WWE, Daniel Bryan remembers the late Dusty Rhodes, TR East-Jax Liberty football postponed by COVID, Greatest 150 Shore coaches ever | Final chapter. WWE HALL OF FAMER BLACKHACK MULLIGAN DEAD AT 73, Just heard of the passing of ECW original Balls Mahoney. This is a test to see whether we can improve the experience for you. At One Night Stand, Balls defeated Masato Tanaka in a match following a chair shot (denting the chair) to Tanaka's head. The Asbury Park Press is reporting that the former ECW and WWE star Jon Rechner, better known as Balls Mahoney passed away due to natural causes. Rechner and his girlfriend have a son named Christopher, who was born on November 15, 2007. Eventually, both trained to become pros at the Monster Factory under Larry Sharpe. Balls. He left the league in 2008, and competed in independent circuits until his death in 2016. Rest in peace Balls Mahoney. He formed a tag team with Chilly Willy and the duo feuded with Da Baldies. Tales of Rechner's positive spirit and huge heart emerged throughout the day Wednesday as friends, old and new, took time to remember the wrestling star. In 2006, when WWE relaunched ECW as their own brand, one of the first announcements was the signing of Balls Mahoney. My thoughts are with your friends & family, especially your son. Jonathan Rechner, known to ECW fans as Balls Mahoney, died on April 12th, 2016. Rechner died from a heart attack. and Danny Doring and Roadkill in a three-way dance. On April 30, 2010 and May 1, 2010, Mahoney competed in Perth, WA for New Horizons Pro Wrestling in their Global Conflict tournament. In a highlight that was played several times during the opening of ECW’s national TV show, Mahoney was put through a flaming table by The Dudley Boys. While the official cause of death hasn’t been announced, Balls Mahoney spent a few decades abusing his body, inside and outside of the ring, which probably didn’t help the situation. After Viscera won the match, he, Mahoney, and Funk all attacked Tony. At Massacre on 34th Street, Mahoney lost to EZ Money. Obviously, they had to get Balls Mahoney back! On August 21, 2010 Rechner was charged with disorderly conduct after brandishing a knife during a staged fight with another wrestler, ring name Calypso Jim Zaccone in South Brunswick, New Jersey. Really sad to hear about Balls Mahoney. At Hardcore Heaven, the two faced the Dudleyz in a championship match but failed to win the title. Moments later, his wife noticed he was unconscious and called 911 before attempting CPR. DiBiase proclaimed that everyone had a price, even Santa. when his opponent retaliated.

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