WWE.com confirmed the passing of former ECW Original Jonathan “Balls Mahoney” Rechner on Tuesday evening. Rechner died at age 44.

The official WWE website posted the following:

Balls Mahoney passes away

“WWE is saddened to learn of reports that Jonathan Rechner, best known for competing in ECW as Balls Mahoney, has passed away. WWE extends its condolences to Rechner’s family, friends and fans.”