{"id":4319,"date":"2022-12-31T00:09:36","date_gmt":"2022-12-30T21:09:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastset.online\/en\/?p=4319"},"modified":"2022-12-31T00:31:18","modified_gmt":"2022-12-30T21:31:18","slug":"don-west-passes-away-after-losing-battle-with-lymphoma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastset.online\/en\/don-west-passes-away-after-losing-battle-with-lymphoma\/","title":{"rendered":"Don West Passes Away After Losing Battle with Lymphoma"},"content":{"rendered":"

It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Don West, a beloved wrestling commentator and play-by-play announcer. According to Mike Tenay, a fellow commentator and close friend of West, West’s wife, Terri, informed him that West had lost his battle with lymphoma and would be spending the New Year in heaven. West was known for his energetic commentary and his ability to connect with wrestling fans, and he will be greatly missed by the wrestling community. Our thoughts go out to West’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.<\/p>\n

It is with heavy hearts that we pay tribute to the late Don West, a beloved wrestling commentator and play-by-play announcer. West’s voice and passion added excitement to an era of wrestling and he will be greatly missed.<\/p>\n

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West was known for his enthusiastic commentary and his ability to connect with wrestling fans. His famous line, “If you don’t love this, you don’t have a soul!” resonated with fans who shared his love and passion for the sport. In addition to his commentary, West also worked to boost the talent and highlight their achievements, rather than trying to get himself over like some commentators.<\/p>\n

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Mike Tenay, a fellow wrestling commentator, shared the sad news that Don West had passed away. According to Tenay, West’s wife, Terri, informed him that West would be spending the New Year in heaven after losing his battle with lymphoma. Tenay and West were close friends and colleagues, bonding over their shared passion for wrestling and their work in the industry. They had many great moments on and off camera over the years and West will be greatly missed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Many fans have shared their condolences and memories of West, recalling his impact on their love for wrestling. His enthusiasm and talent will not be forgotten and he will always be remembered as one of the best to ever do it.<\/p>\n

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  1. Who was Don West?<\/strong> Don West was a wrestling commentator and play-by-play announcer known for his enthusiasm and passion for the sport.<\/li>\n
  2. What was Don West known for?<\/strong> Don West was known for his energetic commentary and his ability to connect with wrestling fans. He was also known for his famous line, “If you don’t love this, you don’t have a soul!”<\/li>\n
  3. How did Don West pass away?<\/strong> Don West passed away from lymphoma, a cancer of the immune system.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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