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Terry Funk was everything that’s right about professional wrestling. Everything.

— Mike Tenay (@RealMikeTenay) August 24, 2023

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— Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) August 23, 2023

New Japan Pro-Wrestling is deeply saddened to lean of the passing of Terry Funk.

Our thoughts and deepest sympathies go to Terry's family, friends and fans.#njpw pic.twitter.com/dcbsLcmwWi

— NJPW Global (@njpwglobal) August 24, 2023

No matter what generation of wrestling you grew up with, I’ve never heard anyone say a bad word about Terry Funk. He was universally respected and loved. Terry knew what was important in this life, the way you treat people. Thinking of Terry and his family tonight. pic.twitter.com/q1bslrj3mT

— Nattie (@NatbyNature) August 24, 2023

TERRY FUNK FOREVER. pic.twitter.com/DSi1eEGyfp

— MLW (@MLW) August 23, 2023

Terry Funk was a truly unique performer for the ages that inspired and influenced so many, myself included. There was a passion and a sense of chaos in his work that was so beautiful to watch.
My condolences to his friends and family. RIP.

— Sami Zayn (@SamiZayn) August 24, 2023

Saddened to learn that we lost the great Terry Funk. An unbelievable performer whose passion for our industry was unmatched.

Rest in peace, Terry. pic.twitter.com/qpJvxs36i4

— JakeSnakeDDT (@JakeSnakeDDT) August 23, 2023

Terry Funk was my favorite Flair nemesis. pic.twitter.com/FbOODWs4P2

— Sean Waltman (@TheRealXPac) August 23, 2023

I don’t know what to say. The word “legend” is tossed around these days, but Terry Funk was the literal embodiment of the term. Thank you for your incredible contributions to the business we love, for your advice, your kind words, and for the example you set. Godspeed, sir. ?????? pic.twitter.com/PdTsTxpmCT

— Adam Pearce (@ScrapDaddyAP) August 24, 2023

Forever!

Thank you, Terry Funk, for paving that way, inspiring us all, entertaining the world & being so authentically you. Despite being such a badass, you had the friendliest smile
#RIPTerryFunk pic.twitter.com/Gzo3Rg01W3

— Leva Bates (@wrestlingleva) August 24, 2023

God Speed Terry ???????????? pic.twitter.com/DJfl0fFSfL

— Francine (@ECWDivaFrancine) August 23, 2023

Forever.
Forever.
Forever.

The Funk’s are my heroes. Both Dory and Terry have been beyond kind and giving to me for almost 25 years. Sometimes your heroes are even better in real life than you could ever imagine.

Rest well Terry. pic.twitter.com/oEEpeAVVCi

— CORINO (@KINGCorino) August 24, 2023

We will miss the great Terry Funk. #RIPTerryFunk pic.twitter.com/YAnYzzUvWu

— 83 Weeks w/ Eric Bischoff (@83Weeks) August 23, 2023

Gone but will never be forgotten. #RIPTerryFunk pic.twitter.com/Pxs4Svqr4Q

— Something to Wrestle with Bruce Prichard (@PrichardShow) August 23, 2023

This is a tough one...glad he can RIP with Vicki. #RIPTerryFunk pic.twitter.com/lwRggDKimj

— Doug Gilbert (@RealDougGilbert) August 24, 2023

Someone I always looked up to and I know he meant a lot to my Dad and family. #RIPTerryFunk pic.twitter.com/fSUVzbU7gU

— Marshall Von Erich (@MarshallVonEric) August 23, 2023

Earlier on in wrestling, I was on a show with Terry. Thought it was the coolest thing in the ???? . after our match him& mick said they had to climb the stairs at their old age to compliment us personally. Meant the ???? to me. 1st time I said fuck it, got the mark pic #ripterryfunk pic.twitter.com/qIhemLPJo4

— Tony Deppen (@Tony_Deppen) August 23, 2023

So glad to have met, talked to, connected with you. This is hard for all who knew, met, respected & loved you.

Tears are falling now, some happy, some sad.#desperado You were the greatest.

Thank you, Mr. Funk for... EVERYTHING. #ripterryfunk ???? ???????? pic.twitter.com/PJXwLiN4uV

— Original Crying Wrestling Fan Dave Wills (@stillrealdave) August 23, 2023

He was definitely on my wrestling Mt. Rushmore. Honored + grateful for special moments that we were able to share. THANK YOU FUNK!! #RIPTerryFunk #wwe #TerryFunk #ForeverFunker pic.twitter.com/u8YRaE3wXe

— Alicia Taylor (@AliciaTaylorNXT) August 24, 2023

Sad to hear Terry Funk has passed. Our family sends its deepest condolences to the Funk Family and friends. Too many of the greats are leaving us. Rest in Peace Sir. #ripterryfunk

— Rowdy Roddy Piper (@R_Roddy_Piper) August 23, 2023

I've been watching wrestling for 36 years, and have watched stuff going back more than a century. And more often than not, when people ask me what's the greatest thing I've ever seen in wrestling, I tell them it's this.
God Bless Terry Funk. #RIPTerryFunk https://t.co/oHVuNPJfZH

— Brian R. Solomon (@BrianRSolomon) August 24, 2023

Toughest man I ever fought! God strengthen his family #RIPTERRYFUNK https://t.co/RFMqLK093d

— Brian G. James (@BrianRDJames) August 23, 2023

#ripterryfunk Wrestling Legend ???????????? pic.twitter.com/wuAI42jNTF

— tongatwins_wow (@tongatwins) August 23, 2023

When I was heavily trying to learn how to draw, Terry Funk was my favorite subject. I had to just spend the most time on even though every version came out different.

(If anybody plans on stealing the jacket idea just make sure all the money goes to his family)#ripterryfunk pic.twitter.com/Zi9ZzBEJg4

— Howdy Price/Dino Winwood ???????????? (@HowdyPriceDW) August 23, 2023