Former World Class Championship Wrestling (WCCW) referee John Renesto has passed away. Major League Wrestling founder Court Bauer revealed the sad news on Twitter.

"Wrestling lost a terrific referee in John Renesto, a staple of World Class Championship Wrestling. Many have relayed how John helped a lot or up and comers on the circuit. Family goes back 3 generations in the sport. Rest In Peace."

Wrestling lost a terrific referee in John Renesto, a staple of World Class Championship Wrestling. Many have relayed how John helped a lot or up and comers on the circuit. Family goes back 3 generations in the sport. Rest In Peace.

, Court Bauer (@courtbauer) January 29, 2021