UPDATE x 2: Cody Rhodes posted his eulogy to his father Dusty Rhodes online:
My eulogy from today’s service for “The American Dream” Dusty Rhodes 1945-2015 pic.twitter.com/0osNPtq0cs
— Stardust (@StardustWWE) June 18, 2015
UPDATE: Dusty Rhodes’ family presented a statement to the media today at the WWE legend’s funeral. The statement, as reported by reporter Jeff Wilen, reads:
“On behalf of the entire Runnels family, we are truly grateful for the outpouring of love and support from Dusty’s colleagues and fans around the world. Dusty had a positive impact on so many people and his legacy will never be forgotten. Our family appreciates that you continue to respect our privacy at this difficult time.”
Wilen reported that the McMahon family, Jerry Briscoe, Pat Patterson, The Rock’s mother Ata Johnson, Cody and Dustin Rhodes, Neville, Brian Knobbs, Hector Guerrero, Mark Henry, Daniel Bryan and Brie Bella, Dory Funk, Booker T and Sharmell, Seth Rollins, Tommy Dreamer, Big E, Titus O’Neill, Eva Marie and Paige were among the many in attendance. You can see pictures below if you wish.
ORIGINAL: Here is a photo of Tyson Kidd and Natalya at today’s funeral for Dusty Rhodes, as has been floating around Twitter. Kidd was wearing a neck brace due to his recent injury:
Tyson Kidd and Natalya. pic.twitter.com/4vQjxSAGwb
— Jeff Wilen (@JAWBreakerDBNJ) June 17, 2015
Dustin Rhodes is here pic.twitter.com/uSTXAX4R86
— Jeff Wilen (@JAWBreakerDBNJ) June 17, 2015
The Rock’s mom is here pic.twitter.com/MMn3WomBxS
— Jeff Wilen (@JAWBreakerDBNJ) June 17, 2015
I have never, ever seen this many people at a funeral service. Dusty touched so many lives with his charisma, wisdom and friendship.
— Joey Styles (@JoeyStyles) June 17, 2015
