- 07/06/2009 (6:24:37 pm)
- Georgiann Makropoulos
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I just received a call from Dave Meltzer informing me that Waldo Von Erich passed away. I remember vividly his encounters with Bruno Sammartino on the East Coast. I have added some Waldo Von Erich memorabilia from my Bruno Sammartino Record Book. Sorry some of the pictures aren't very clear. There is an amazing photo of Bruno vs. Waldo Von Erich, I believe taken in Philly with referee Jim Morrison, later becoming JJ Dillon. Such great memories.
Our deepest sympathy to his family, friends and fans.
| Waldo Von Erich passes away 10/2/1933 - 7/5/2009 |
Walter Paul Seiber, who wrestled under the name Waldo Von Erich, passed away last night at Grand River Hospital in Kitchener, ONT, at the age of 76. "His death was unfortunate and it wasn't his time to go," said daughter Mary Jane Berry to Slam! Wrestling. For more go to http://slam.canoe.ca/slam/Wrestling/2009/07/06/10043216.html Waldo Von Erich was not related to the Von Erich family of Texas, but he took the name in the late 50s where he worked as the brother of Fritz Von Erich. In storyline, Lance Von Erich in the 80s was said to be the son of Waldo, who also teamed with Fritz in Texas. He was best known in the WWWF as a frequent rival of Bruno Sammartino. With most of their shows being sell outs. |
