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Very early in my career I had the fortune of training under the great Dory Funk Jr, who taught me invaluable lessons I have carried to this day.

In 2014 I had the honor of tagging with Dory, who must have been 73 at the time, and he could still outwork all of us! A true legend. https://t.co/lzmFweVgYm

— Mansoor (@suavemansoor) August 5, 2026

Dory Funk Jr’s legendary accolades are endless and his devotion to wrestling is immeasurable. I’m grateful to have shared a ring with him at an NXT Live Event on 6/14/19 in Ocala, FL, and I’ll never forget my life flashing before my eyes when he cracked that bullwhip. RIP ♥️ pic.twitter.com/c409Psx5ye

— Jonny Loquasto (@JQuasto) August 5, 2026

God bless Dory Funk Jr.

A great performer, a great man, and an indelible legacy. pic.twitter.com/TI9ed6heKY

— Tully Blanchard (@Tully4HOF) August 5, 2026

We are saddened to hear about the passing of wrestling legend Dory Funk Jr., a former NWA World Heavyweight Champion, WWE Hall of Famer, and one of the most respected competitors and trainers in the history of professional wrestling. It was a true honor to work with Dory on last… pic.twitter.com/9Gk6g8dCdn

— Dark Side of the Ring (@DarkSideOfRing) August 4, 2026

Dory Funk Jr.

Thank you for all the European uppercuts and the memories.

May Amarillo always be remembered for the gifts it bestowed upon pro wrestling.

Have a drink and toast the Double Cross Ranch, my friends.

The Funk era officially comes to a close. pic.twitter.com/j8M0UORL9p

— Mike Johnson (@MikePWInsider) August 4, 2026

Dory Funk Jr. was one of the toughest, most respected men this business has ever known. His impact on professional wrestling will be felt for generations.

Rest in peace Dory. My thoughts are with the Funk family. pic.twitter.com/YUr61CPFdu

— Shawn Michaels (@ShawnMichaels) August 4, 2026

Very sad to hear about the passing of Dory Funk (@fuanku), as he was such a big part of our beginnings in WWE. Learned invaluable lesson from him when he was heading up the WWE Dojo system back in 1998. Dory was a very patient & passionate teacher & an even kinder human being.…

— MATT HARDY (@MATTHARDYBRAND) August 4, 2026

Saddened to hear the passing of the legendary Dory Funk Jr! Dory was one of the greats that I not only watched as a child but shared a locker room with later on! Thank you for the memories Dory Jr! The Funks were one of the greatest families in wrestling history! #DoryFunkJr pic.twitter.com/0d80h3Q2bF

— Fantastic Bobby Fulton (@TheBobbyFulton) August 4, 2026

On behalf of the Hart family, we are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dory Funk.

My grandfather Stu said Dory was his favorite champion he ever had in Stampede Wrestling. “Dory was everything you could ask for in a professional wrestler.” Dory defined the word CLASSIC.… pic.twitter.com/BsdkocsD0Q

— Nattie (@NatbyNature) August 4, 2026

From holding the NWA world title for four and a half years to having his last match at 83, Dory Funk Jr. was not only a technical wizard, a great human being, but a pioneer for what this great sport evolved into. Anytime we would run our NXT Live Events in Citrus Springs, Dory… https://t.co/ngf4Sqsg4k

— Brooks Jensen (@BrooksJensenWWE) August 4, 2026

I was saddened to hear the news that WWE Hall of Famer and true wrestling legend Dory Funk Jr. has passed away.

Dory wasn’t just one of the greatest wrestlers to ever step into the ring. He helped set the standard for what professional wrestling should be. His skill, toughness,… pic.twitter.com/YKPmQTXGBA

— Marc Mero (@MarcMero) August 4, 2026

Was an honor to get to spend some time being trained by Dory Funk in FCW more than 15 years ago. I’ll always fondly remember his kindness and patience. Condolences to his loved ones.

— Ettore “Big E” Ewen (@WWEBigE) August 4, 2026

I'm honored to have known & shared a ring with the legendary Dory Funk, Jr. Rest in Peace, sir.???? pic.twitter.com/RCZSFmX1BH

— Sean Waltman (@TheRealXPac) August 4, 2026

RIP To The Legendary Dory Funk Jr. #NWA #WWE #Legend #Funk #Brothers pic.twitter.com/cPN01IeAYq

— Elijah Burke (@DaBlackPope) August 4, 2026

RIP Dory Funk Jr

— Brian Myers (@Myers_Wrestling) August 4, 2026

Saddened to hear about the passing of Dory Funk Jr. I was so fortunate to train in the Funkin’ Dojo at WWF headquarters in 1998 (sweatshirt gifted to all of us). Also wrestled Dory to a 20-minute draw in 2006. Such a professional & a wonderful human being. Rest in Peace, Dory ???????? pic.twitter.com/QVmnw1MuDj

— Christopher Daniels (@facdaniels) August 4, 2026

The wrestling world has lost another true piece of history with the passing of Dory Funk Jr.

Rest easy, sir.
Thank you for everything you gave to this business and for the legacy you leave behind. Your name will live forever. ???? pic.twitter.com/KgpE2J17sL

— ???????????????????? ???????????????????????? (@RealKerryMorton) August 4, 2026

Dory Funk Jr. embodied the sweet science of pro wrestling, discipline, and tradition that defined generations of professional wrestling.

A true traveling world champion, master grappler, and respected mentor, his influence reached far beyond the ring, shaping countless careers…

— MLW (@MLW) August 4, 2026

All you have to say is.....
He was Dory Funk Jr.
End of conversation
Nothing left to say after that!!
Proud to know him and call him friend.
Condolences and Prayers to Marti, family, friends and fans.

— Michael PS Hayes (@MichaelPSHayes1) August 4, 2026

Hard to overstate the importance and influence of the Funks. Rest in peace to Dory and condolences to his family and fans. ????????

— Teil Rhodes (@TeilMargaret) August 4, 2026

God Speed Dory Funk Jr.

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— Skyzz (@TheJohnSkyler) August 4, 2026

We have a takedown at the @WorldwideDojo called the “Dory Funk Jr Takedown” because my trainer learned it at a camp with Dory 20 years ago and showed us it at the ROH DOJO!

A true legend one of the best, watch his matches today. RIP Dory Funk ????????

— Black Sabre Jr. ???? (@CheeseburgerROH) August 4, 2026

Champion. Legend. Icon.

All describe an elite group of professional wrestlers - many of them are featured in this image.

Dory Funk Jr. was one of them. Thank you for everything that you did for professional wrestling. ????

Rest in Peace ???? pic.twitter.com/hLBuODYhRb

— NWA World League Wrestling & Harley Race Academy (@worldleaguewlw) August 4, 2026

Rest In Peace Dory Funk Jr......
Total LEGEND!!

— Brian Heffron aka The Blue Meanie (@BlueMeanieBWO) August 4, 2026