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REFEREE, AUTHOR DAVE DWINELL PASSES AWAY

The International Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame announced this evening that famed referee David Dwinell, who authored the excellent book Ringman several years ago after a long career officiating in the Northeast on WWF, NWA and Northeast Wrestling shows, among other promotions, has passed away following a battle Paraneoplastic Neurological Syndrome, which led to Dwinell entering hospice last year.

Their announcement:

"We are sad to report the family of Dave Dwinell has announced that he passed away on March 19th. Dave was a longtime referee for pro wrestling in the Northeast US.

Dave’s autobiography “Ringman” is a “must read” for anyone interested in the history of pro wrestling. I’d like to believe that Dave is reunited in heaven with his family and friends like Freddie Blassie and the Iron Sheik. He will be missed by all of us at the International Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame, where Dave often was a volunteer tour guide.

Our prayers go out to Dave’s family during this difficult time.

May Dave Dwinell rest peacefully."

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Always a welcoming, kind person, Dave was kind enough to join us several times to discuss his book when it was released. 

Everyone at PWInsider.com sends our deepest condolences to Dave's family, friends and fans.

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