Book of Memories for Jon Matthew ""Balls Mahoney"" Rechner

Story shared: Jon answered a question for me...

Fri, 07 Apr 2017 19:19:02 EDT

During a shoot interview with Kayfabe Commentaries, Jon answered a question I asked on behalf of my recently deceased friend. Jon gave a great answer and also offered his condolences to the passing of my friend which was much appreciated.

Memorial Candle lit by

Mon, 02 May 2016 14:37:58 EDT

James and Ginger Arthur

Condolence From Rosemarie Gulick

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 17:05:09 EDT

Balls you will surely be missed by all who knew you. I really enjoyed the hardcore extreme wrestling. RIP! My thoughts and prayers are with your son and wife!

Condolence From Sonya,Jeremy & Larry

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 16:57:04 EDT

RIP Mr Mahoney,ACDC FOREVER!!!! Balls,you will be deeply missed by your fans, friends and family. (We have 1 of the chairs you autographed after doing your Chair Swinging routine on Johnny Candido!) Memories that will last a lifetime. Sorry for your loss Gayle and Christopher you will always be on our minds and in our thoughts.

Story shared: me and the hardcore chair swinging freak

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 13:20:11 EDT

I met Jon a few years back at an event in Easton,Pa. We hung out and talked for hours,it was like we we're long lost friends catching up. I've met a lot of wrestlers over the years but I can honestly say,he was the nicest and most genuine of them all. That is a memory that I will cherish for the rest of my life. When I heard of his passing,my heart just broke. I send my deepest and most heartfelt condolences to his family,friends,and loved ones. You will truly be missed. Every time i hear a vicious clap of thunder ill know it's Balls,giving somebody a chair shot

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Fri, 29 Apr 2016 13:17:28 EDT

Condolence From Matt Stymacks

Mon, 25 Apr 2016 22:38:47 EDT

Rest In Peace, Jon! Thank you for all the memories you left behind. A true legend who will never be forgotten. My thoughts go out to all of his family and friends.

Condolence From Nicole Roeder

Mon, 25 Apr 2016 12:40:52 EDT

Jon and I were lucky enough to meet each other in 2012. We were brother and sister through a non-traditional route. We bonded and loved each other. We cared about our struggles, challenges and joys. I know you will find a place of peace and bliss. I love you bro! I am only so sad that we didn't have more time to build on what we were lucky enough to have.

Condolence From Nicole Roeder

Mon, 25 Apr 2016 12:40:42 EDT

Condolence From Claire Carlile

Sat, 23 Apr 2016 06:45:01 EDT

R.i.p, thank you for being my favourite Ecw original. I never got to see you wrestle in live shows but the televised wwe shows, I will treasure forever, rock on my fellow metal brother 🤘.

Condolence From Billy guinn

Thu, 21 Apr 2016 22:51:20 EDT

I am so sorry to hear That jon passed away i know that he is at peace now and would not want us to be sad but that is difficult to do and i will always remember him he was the first match i saw of ecw wrestling and will always smile when i hear acdc 😀😇😇😇😇 be at peace

Condolence From Billy guinn

Thu, 21 Apr 2016 22:51:05 EDT

Condolence From walter.f.campbell

Thu, 21 Apr 2016 20:18:13 EDT

I have very fond memories of Jon.Along with our crazy times on the mat.These will be cherished forever!!I am very saddened...He will be missed by many! Coach Wally Campbell

Memorial Candle lit by

Thu, 21 Apr 2016 13:08:14 EDT

Victoria B. Waring

Condolence From Anthony D'Alfonso

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 23:34:16 EDT

We had Jon as the headliner of our first show we did in my hometown. Words cannot express my appreciation to him for his performance that night as well as the contributions he made his entire career. I share in your sorrow and offer my deepest sympathies during this time. God bless.

Condolence From Stephanie Lang

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 22:40:01 EDT

I knew Jon in high school and on more than one occasion we sat together on ocean ave talking about him wrestling and I told him he was nuts. For quite a while we were very close and then lost touch and then became close again for a short while when he wrestled at Bar Anticipation. Last I spoke with him was shortly after his sons birth and I was able to share my family expansion with him. I will never forget him bringing a wrestling doll to my son David when he was a little boy. I am so sad you are gone Jon. You didn't deserve to die this young. Much love to your family and your mom. Until we meet again....<3

Condolence From Josh golden

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 22:08:51 EDT

I remember seeing John wrestle at my first live show back in 2006 at a ecw event vs tommy dreamer in a extreme rules match in Philly he was my favorite Hardcore wrestler going to miss him

Condolence From Chuck Coval

Tue, 19 Apr 2016 21:39:51 EDT

RIP Jon. I never met you, but I have known Gayle since she was a little girl. Her and my sister Missi were best friends growing up. From the stores I have heard, you were a great father and have been a great partner to her. Thank you for making her and many other lives happier while you were here with us. Chuck

Condolence From MO

Mon, 18 Apr 2016 14:08:00 EDT

As you well know, after years of friendship, I'm never a loss for words, well this is a first for me, honestly don't know what to say. So i'll just say R.I.P. my friend, it was an honor and pleasure knowing you.

Story shared: In Loving Memory

Mon, 18 Apr 2016 13:38:07 EDT

RIP Balls. You were a huge influence on many people. You are an icon and will forever be missed. My condolences and prayers are with the family. Rest easy my friend.

Condolence From

Mon, 18 Apr 2016 11:34:30 EDT

Condolence From Tess Langston

Mon, 18 Apr 2016 09:39:01 EDT

My deepest Condolences I first met you at the Rt 18 flea market and you greeted me with the biggest hug that you took me off my feet lol I can not believe you are gone..rest easy my friend watch over all of us down here..RIP never forgotten always remembered

Condolence From Keith smith

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 20:01:44 EDT

I didn't know jon for very long but when I meet him he was a very cool person and a good wrestler my condolence goes out to him family

Memorial Candle lit by

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 18:22:36 EDT

Jasmin St. Claire

Condolence From

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 17:37:57 EDT

Memorial Candle lit by Vito Balciunas

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 15:31:09 EDT

Vito Balciunas

Condolence From Les Breese

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 09:38:03 EDT

A moment of silence and 10 memorial chimes of the ring bell are dedicated to the memory of Balls Mahoney at this sad and difficult time.

Condolence From Laura Paige "Diamond Vixxxen"

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 09:17:13 EDT

Gayle,I am so sorry for your and your son 's loss. Jon was there for me when Johnny Diamond died, he helped me get through it. He was a good man and a good friend. I hope Chris and Johnny are up there meeting him again. My son and I will miss him.

Condolence From Glenn Ralph

Sat, 16 Apr 2016 00:38:01 EDT

So sorry for your loss. Jon and I had our differences, but I am glad we were able to make amends years ago. He entertained like a champ and lived his life on his own terms. He will be missed by many, many people. He was a true star and I am glad I was able to get to know him. Again, so very sorry for your loss. RIP Jon!!!

Condolence From kelly rooney hofstetter

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 23:21:29 EDT

Suzanne, Gayle and Christopher i am so sorry for your loss. I can't believe he's gone. I'm gonna miss him. Till i see you again John i loved you yesterday, i loved you today i always did and i always will. Rest In Peace cousin till i see you again, Kelly

Condolence From Eric Rosen

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 20:15:18 EDT

Jon, When I first met you, It was an indy show and we became friends that day. loved talking with you at the shows and taking photos. thanks for all the good times. Say hello to Chris and Axl for me...

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Fri, 15 Apr 2016 12:15:42 EDT

Condolence From JT CHURPAKOVICH

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 05:35:41 EDT

words can not begin to explain the profound loss in losing Jon "Balls Mahoney" Rechner. as a life long wrestling fan he was always one of my favorites and also one of the most real and down to earth people I have been able to meet. so sorry to his family for the loss of a wonderful person. Balls now you, Chris, and Axl can kick it again in the squared circle in the sky. Rip my friend

Condolence From Mike

Fri, 15 Apr 2016 00:52:40 EDT

I dont have words to describe the shock. Jon/Balls was always so nice. He was always open with his fams and made you feel welcome. I wasnt a personal friend but every time I saw him he made it feel like I was. his passion for the usiness may only have been eclipsed by the love for his son. We will miss Jon, tell Chris we miss him too and keep on swinging.

Condolence From Ryan S.

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 23:21:57 EDT

My deepest condolences for your loss,Jon was a once in a lifetime individual,there will never be another like him, his career left a deep impression on me, and inspired me to chase my dream, the world has gotten sadder and less beautiful with passing, in behalf of myself and Wrestling Redefined, our thoughts and prayers are with you diring this extremely difficult time.

Condolence From Jeannie

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 22:56:02 EDT

My thoughs are with the family and friends. Balls was a great person just a awesome human being he will be truely missed ....

Condolence From Peggy Wiles

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 21:55:48 EDT

I am so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you. I have great memories of John. He will be missed. He was a loving caring person that would put a smile on your face. RIP John

Condolence From PJ Hender

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 09:23:56 EDT

to john a great friend growing up with you was awesome.I can tell you I will never forget you.I wish youre family the best in the future.the heights isnt going to be the same without you.