Family of Dusty Rhodes Releases Statement to the Media at Wednesday’s Service

– The Daytona Beach News-Journal’s Jeff Wilen, who was at the funeral for WWE Hall of Famer Dusty Rhodes today in Tampa, posted a statement that was given to the media from the Runnels family. It 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.”

Statement from the family of Dusty Rhodes, given to the media today at the funeral. pic.twitter.com/w3xvv2ALqL

— Jeff Wilen (@JAWBreakerDBNJ) June 17, 2015

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