[2] Valentine then infuriated fans (thus building up the demand for a rematch) by parading around in T-shirts which read "I Broke Wahoo's Leg" and "No More Wahoo. He had head coaching stops at Coahoma, Belton, Big Spring and Alice before becoming a college assistant, including a stint at Texas under () and finally coming to Lee. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Dick Slater was also known for his brutality outside the ring. That year, the Rebels beat rival Odessa Permian twice, including in a regional final, before falling to Converse Judson in the Class 5A state final. New Wrestling Observer Newsletter plus tons of downloadable podcasts every week, Get breaking news alerts & weekly roundups sent to your inbox. > Sporting Connection It was during his time in college that he made the switch to offensive line, and originally played center.. Bishop was selected by the Denver Broncos in the sixth round of the NFL Draft and went on to play nine full seasons as one of John Elways chief protectors after he made the move to offensive guard. Well-liked. [2][8] After he was traded to the Miami Dolphins in 1966, McDaniel began wrestling for Eddie Graham's Championship Wrestling from Florida (CWF). He earned all-district and all-state honors and was on Lees first district championship team in 1974, which also included fellow Hall of Legends member Junior Miller. Once described as the football Jets' first real hero, McDaniel joined them in 1964, their first year at Shea Stadium. [2][6][8], McDaniel's health started to deteriorate in the mid-1990s,[6] which led to his retirement in 1996, and he eventually lost both kidneys in 2000. Add to your scrapbook. Soon, the public-address announcer proclaimed, Tackle by . So from January to June, he wrestled six nights a week. THe 240-pound McDaniel is 27 years old and hails from Midland, Tex. Some are flattering, others not so much. [6][4] Though he was a problematic teenager, he was accepted to the University of Oklahoma by Bud Wilkinson. Center, pinning Dick Murdoch. By then he had established a name in wrestling, bounding into the ring in his signature feathered headdress, toting a tomahawk and doing a caricatured version of a war dance. McDaniel was brought up in Midland, Tex., became an all-state fullback in high school and played at the University of Oklahoma. McDaniel was one of the most well known legitimate Native American wresters, as In his first year as a full-time wrestler, McDaniel became involved in NWA Texas and won the NWA Texas Heavyweight Championship. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. Edward McDaniel, best known by his nickname, Wahoo McDaniel, enjoyed a long career in both professional wrestling, as well as professional football. What does it mean to be inducted into the Hall of Legends: Its a real thrill anytime youre inducted into a hall of honor, especially in a place like Midland. He also was selected to the Pro Bowl in 1986 and 1987. [13] He also worked in independent shows until retiring in 1996. Nonetheless, he didnt regret his wrestling career, often speaking fondly of his time in the ring. Your email address will not be published. But its ultimately his wrestling career that wrestling fans want to hear about and it is well covered in this book, including his long run in Jim Crocketts Mid-Atlantic Wrestling with all the in-depth stories from Greg Valentine breaking his leg, his feuds with Ric Flair, Sgt. During a contract dispute with the Jets in his second season with the team, he said he could earn more money from wrestling $3,500 a week than he could playing football. may have found a path, and Miz finds a social media superstar partner. And this weekend was a chance for those who didn't know him to find out who he was, and for those who did know him to remember some old stories. He was athletically gifted, but was also a great promoter for himself both in football and in wrestling, and also had a reputation for doing some wild things that sometimes got him in trouble. Born Ed McDaniel, the legendary wrestler actually got his name from his father, who was an avid fisherman and was nicknamed "Big Wahoo," after the wahoo fish. > Video '', ''But I know right from wrong,'' he said. There is a problem with your email/password. McDaniel has three children, two daughters and a son, and his sister Margaret Smith, still lives in Midland. Wahoo McDaniel died on April 18, 2002 at the age of 63. well as others,' Csonka said. Karen doesnt pull the punches on what she had to deal with from the fights and heartbreak she endured living with Wahoo. This angle is particularly remembered for a follow-up interview weeks later with Flair and Valentine throwing change at McDaniel, and Valentine asking him if he needed a custom-made wheelchair for his fat body. Kiick said he remembered a moment from his rookie year in 1968, McDaniel's Sorry! My dad was a homebuilder, and whatever house we didnt sell thats the home we moved into. He wrestled until 1989. He is also the author of the Wahoo McDaniel Record Book: 1962-1996. An easygoing guy, no angel. Lou Thesz passed away at about 7:35 a.m. on 4/28, 19 days after undergoing open heart surgery in Orlando, FL, and four days after his 86th birthday. Search above to list available cemeteries. 'another big tomahawk chop by McDaniel'.". Greg is a wrestling historian and avid collector of wrestling results and memorabilia. His father worked in oil and he moved to several towns before settling down in Midland, Texas, while McDaniel was in middle school. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. This browser does not support getting your location. Dick Slater battles Ric Flair. Wahoo McDaniel, who capitalized on his American Indian heritage as a football player and then a professional wrestler, died last Thursday at a hospital in Houston. He wrestled for a number of years, continuing to wear the full Native American head dress. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. McDaniel was a major star in the American Wrestling Association and prominent National Wrestling Alliance affiliated promotions such as Championship Wrestling from Florida, Georgia Championship Wrestling, NWA Big Time Wrestling and, most notably, Jim Crockett Promotions. He was 63. it via video tape and film, because of the realism that these two wrestlers could Dykes had a four-year record at Lee of 34-11-1, with the best season the 1983 season. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Jul 1: Money in the Bank On May 23, 1999, in Kansas, Missouri, during the Over the Edge PPV, Owen Hart fell 78 feet into the ring and was pronounced dead on arrival at the Truman Medical Center. Another ex-Jet makes the Hall of Fame: The late Wahoo McDaniel, who played linebacker for the #Jets in 1964-65, has been named a @WWE Hall of Fame legacy inductee. Dodson is the first person who is not an athlete or coach to be inducted into the Hall of Legends. I happened to be at the right place at the right time, and we had a great staff. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. Johnson said two of his biggest accomplishments as baseball coach was helping to establish the Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association and helping start the annual Tournament of Champions. Les Thatcher had told me after Wahoo told him he lost a lot of money playing Trevino, he asked Wahoo if Trevino would wrestle him for money; you can guess the answer. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. When Dodson retired, he went to work with the Southwest Orthopedic and Spine Center and Dr. Don Floyd, and started a Saturday morning injury clinic for athletes. watching yet one more time. > Collectibles [11] McDaniel won the Mid-Atlantic title from Valentine on June 29, 1975, in Asheville, North Carolina. McDaniel's feuds over a 20 plus year career included Blackjack Mulligan, Ric McDaniel was a two-time all-state player and led the state in rushing in 1954. At this time, A.F.L. Juice Robinson, Evil Uno and ROH Women's Champion Athena were all in action. Bishop is now the vice president of Security for the Denver Broncos. He formally retired in 1989. It became something that lasted for quite some time.. To those who knew him, though, they say he touched more lives than he could count, and even a decade after his death, he is still talked about with reverence, and that he was an original, whose legend was incubated here in Midland. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Along with former NWA World Champions Bronko Nagurski, Wayne Munn, and others "He couldn't always make it back a lot but I knew he loved it.". Greg "Count Grog" Mosorjak is a long time Indy wrestling promoter/ manager/ wrestler based in North Carolina. Oops, something didn't work. > The Artist Canvas injuries to Tim "Mr. Wrestling" Woods and David Crockett. players received $50 apiece for playing exhibition games. Proud to be a Southerner, Slater used his Southern heritage as part of his gimmick, including the Confederate flag. His legend began to foster itself when he played youth baseball, but it was on the football field where it started to take on a life of its own. I've never been anywhere I couldn't go back.''. The new book about Wahoo McDaniel, appropriately titled Wahoo, is a rarity, as we get insight from the wife, in this case Karen McDaniel. According to one account, Slater was working with Sting in Bill Watts Mid-South Wrestling when he punched out a young Sting, dunking Stings head into a toilet for Stings alleged alliance with Dark Journey. [10], While wrestling in the American Wrestling Association (AWA), McDaniel engaged in a feud with Superstar Billy Graham. Valentine. Slaughter working throughout the Texas, Florida, Georgia, McDaniel's football teammates remembered him this past week. There have been Hall of Famers and even a few true icons. . 2 The Origin Of "Wahoo". SCW - Event @ Cowboys Nightlife Club in Greenville, South Carolina, USA. He was on a waiting list to receive a kidney transplant at the time of his death. What are your memories of Dick Slater? At the same time, Wahoo embarked on a pro wrestling career to supplement the lack of money back in the 1960s for pro football players. "Everybody loved to wrestle with him in the ring, and he was a box office attraction who had sellout crowds," Funk said. Jim Kiick, who were McDaniel's teammates shared colorful remembrances in the Miami Herald. . Learn more about managing a memorial . Before he knew it, he was teaming with stars such as Dusty Rhodes, Bruiser Brody, Dick Murdoch, Jimmy Golden, and Greg Valentine working in promotions such as Championship Wrestling from Florida, Jim Crockett Promotions, Georgia Championship Wrestling, and Mid-South Wrestling. Gagne, Hard Boiled Haggerty, Larry Hennig, Killer Kowalski, Ernie Ladd, Angelo Mosca Sr, Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. Flair, Terry and Dory Funk, the Ivan and Nikita Koloff, Arn Anderson, Tully Blanchard, [4][5] His body was cremated and his ashes are with his daughter Nikki Houston, Texas. Puroresu.com, Try again later. Wahoo takes on Colone Debeers. Day of death: 18.04.2002 (at the age of 63) Cause of death: Nierenversagen Gender: male Height: 5' 11" (180 cm) Weight: 251 lbs (114 kg) Background in sports: Football, Ringen, Baseball Career Data Alter egos: Wahoo McDaniel Roles: Singles Wrestler Tag Team Wrestler Booker Beginning of in-ring career: 1961 End of in-ring career: 1996 Slater would team with Cowboy Bob Orton to kayfabe break Slick Rics neck with a devastating spike piledriver, just one of many heinous acts on Slaters resume as a heel. favorite fishing spot for McDaniel and his father. This book also shines the light on Wahoo, and how he helped many young wrestlers, from Ric Flair to Magnum T.A. Thanks for your help! Youngblood, and Chris (Tatanka) Chavis to portray their characters as something beyond the Long before there was The Lunatic Fringe, there was Dirty Dick Slater, a roughhouse redneck who brawled in and out of the ring; proving he didnt live his gimmick he was his gimmick. ACW Heavyweight Title Steel Cage: Bone Crusher (c) defeats Wahoo McDaniel. In his opening game, he made 10 tackles from his middle linebacker position. to Sam Houston. "He was just away from them, and you know how that goes when you are never home. said. His regular partners included not only pro golf legend Lee Trevino, but also baseball legend Mickey Mantle, daredevil Evel Knievel, and country singer Charley Pride. Professional wrestling has always lived in its own world and Dick Slater worked at a time when public sensibilities were much different than now. Eddie Guerrero's cause of death released, TNA Turning Point. In 2018, with the help of Mark James, I put together the Wahoo McDaniel Record Book, which included a few of the stories and anecdotes in this book but really barely scratched the surface into the career and inner workings of the man, the myth and the legend of Wahoo McDaniel and it was mainly wrestling, little football. He arrived at Lee in 1960 when the school opened and served as the schools baseball coach until his retirement in 1990. [2], Last edited on 27 February 2023, at 17:07, NWA United States Heavyweight Championship, inaugural AFL Championship-winning season, Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling / Jim Crockett Promotions, NWA Mid-Atlantic Heavyweight Championship, Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum, Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame, "Wahoo McDaniel, 63, a Wrestler and a Folk Hero for Fans of the Early Jets", "Ric Flair, Wahoo among President George H.W. Bob Bruggers, nearly ended the career of Ric Flair, the life of the pilot and less serious A lot of times they didn't tackle him, and they'd hit him and (get dragged) five yards before they could get him down. McDaniel was on the waiting list to receive a kidney when he died because of complications arising from renal failure, the National Football League Players Association said. He wore a full Native American head dress that Funk said was his way of showing that they could be good guys, and be heroes. 'He was colorful, and he was especially hard on the rookies. Wahoo McDaniel, who capitalized on his American Indian heritage as a football player and then a professional wrestler, died last Thursday at a hospital in Houston. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. CT at the Pipkin Funeral Home, located at 2508 North Big Spring Street, Midland, Texas The matches between Valentine and Wahoo were some of the toughest in history.Find out about the one night when Greg fought back during a match and punched Wahoo for real! You have chosen this person to be their own family member. Slater, who struggled with addiction and was arrested for a violent. Part of a great wrestling. We had a fantastic faculty and our school administration was second to none., Linebacker Edward "Wahoo" McDaniel of the New York Jets posed with this expression as the American Football League team opened its training camp July 15, 1965 at Peekskill Military Academy in Peekskill, N.Y. Wahoo is well documented as a superior athlete on the gridiron, be it offense, defense and kicking. A system error has occurred. Date Of Death: Apr 18th 2002: Cause of Death: diabetes: Place of Death: Houston, Texas, United States : Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. McDaniel then worked the 1995 Slamboree at St. Petersburg, Florida's Bayfront cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Penny Banner, Red Bastein, Tully Blanchard, The Crusher, Don Curtis, Terry Funk, Verne While co-author John Cosper does an excellent job filling in the historical significance of Wahoo McDaniels career, in both football and pro wrestling, its Karens insight into what Wahoo was thinking or doing and his reactions to things that make the book even better. [2] He became a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity and was also a part of Wilkinson's Sooners football program, where he holds the record for the longest punt at 91 yards. [4], McDaniel was born in the small town of Bernice, Louisiana in 1938. He played for a PONY league team coached by George H.W. opposed to the many wrestlers of various ethnic ancestry that portrayed Native American To use this feature, use a newer browser. "You never knew what you were going to get with Wahoo," Funk said. McDaniel had been Dodson said he was introduced to Midland as part of the Air National Guard, and when the Midland High job opened he interviewed but didnt start right away when he was called to active duty later that year. Unfortunately, this would pale in comparison to Slaters most notorious incident out of the ring. Drag images here or select from your computer for Wahoo McDaniel memorial. Bush. Its not public knowledge who his ashes were given to. In December 2003, Slater was accused of stabbing his girlfriend Theresa Halbert with a butchers knife. Home; Cards; PWI. Wahoo McDaniel, 63, a Wrestler and a Folk Hero for Fans of the Early Jets, https://www.nytimes.com/2002/04/25/sports/wahoo-mcdaniel-63-a-wrestler-and-a-folk-hero-for-fans-of-the-early-jets.html. Wahoo was also a skilled fisherman and his love of fishing especially in his later years is also well chronicled here. Those stories, though, for his friends and family overshadowed what type of person he was when he was not on the football field or in the wrestling ring. Slater was convicted in 2004 and sentenced to one year of house arrest, two years probation, ordered to stay away from Halbert, and assessed with $18,000 in restitution. What a battle royal that would be!! Along with Johnny Valentine, Superstar Billy Graham was regarded as one of McDaniel's earliest and bitter rivals. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. on a waiting list to receive a kidney transplant at the time of his death. "[4][3] After two seasons with the Jets, McDaniel went to the Miami Dolphins in 1966,[2] and played with this team until his retirement after the 1968 season. It was a distance of more than 30 miles and he did it in less than six hours. McDaniel was on. Wahoo McDaniel Dead at 63. photo: wwe.com. Family members linked to this person will appear here. McDaniel's sister, Margaret White, said Johnson, also an MHS grad, worked tirelessly to bring more recognition to her brother through the years to give people a chance to find out who he was and what he'd done. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. McDaniel's exploits on the playing fields of Midland are sometimes overshadowed by his time playing college and professional football and as a popular professional wrestler. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Date Of Death: Apr 18th 2002: Cause of Death: diabetes: . Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? Unlike Strongbow (who was Italian-American), McDaniel was legitimately Native American. Day of death: 18.04.2002 (at the age of 63) Cause of death: Nierenversagen Gender: male Height: 5' 11" (180 cm) Weight: 251 lbs (114 kg) Background in sports: Football, Ringen, Baseball Career Data Alter egos: Wahoo McDaniel Roles: Singles Wrestler Tag Team Wrestler Booker Beginning of in-ring career: 1961 End of in-ring career: 1996 © 2023 Found a Grave, All rights reserved. Greg Valentine discusses his brutal matches vs Chief Wahoo McDaniel in the Mid-Atlantic. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. McDaniel became a popular figure on the wrestling circuit. Later, after I broke into the business, what a real joy to work with this White said he was probably more well-known in places such as Florida or North Carolina, where he wrestled, than in Midland. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Their feud has such meaning to long-time fans, and those who only got to view 2. View Source . The Jets paid McDaniel $15,000 a season. complications from diabetes and renal failure, Cremated, Ashes scattered in a lake in Del Rio, Texas. Johnson passed away earlier this year after a long battle with cancer. Slater had several brothers and sisters and one daughter. Slater was accidentally shot by colleague Wahoo McDaniel after the Native American legend pistol-whipped a fan whod drawn a knife on wrestler Tommy Rich. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Wahoo McDaniel I found on Findagrave.com. About Bishop: Bishop, 55, was originally a defensive lineman for the Rebels and he was a good one. Posted by Greg "Count Grog" Mosorjak | Feb 21, 2022, There have been a lot of books written about pro wrestlers, some by the wrestlers themselves, some by writers without much knowledge of wrestling, and some by wrestling historians. 4. During his time in pro football, McDaniel began his career in pro wrestling and later became one of its most popular stars as "Chief Wahoo." McDaniel died in 2002 after complications from. During his time in pro football, McDaniel began his career in pro wrestling and later became one of its most popular stars as Chief Wahoo. McDaniel died in 2002 after complications from diabetes. McDaniel eventually settled in the Charlotte, N.C., area, where he raised his son, Zach, who was from his fourth marriage. He still holds the universitys record for the longest punt, 91 yards. About Dodson: Dodson, 76 and a Fort Worth native, didnt waste much time after graduating from Texas Christian University in making his way to Midland. The promoter wanted him to play off his Native American heritage, thus he was given the moniker "Chief" Wahoo McDaniel. McDaniel is often compared to his contemporary, Chief Jay Strongbow, due to both portraying similar Native American gimmicks. There was a problem getting your location. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. [6] With his first wife, Monta Rae, he had two daughters, Nikki, born in June 1963 and living in Houston and Cindi, born in October 1965 and living in Azle, Texas. Most notably, Wahoo played for the Jets in the 60s. suffering from severe kidney problems for over four years, which required dialysis. It's great to be able to recognize how special he was.". The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. 28.05.1996. He then was a defensive player in the old American Football League. What made Wahoo tick and what ticked Wahoo off. Please try again later. But whatever's happening on this earth, I imagine that he and Johnny Valentine [4], McDaniel began his career as a professional football player in 1960, playing for the Houston Oilers during their inaugural AFL Championship-winning season. According to the NY times, he had suffered from kidney failure. Ive never been anywhere I couldnt go back.. TimesMachine is an exclusive benefit for home delivery and digital subscribers. Anderson, Nellie, Swede, Tex, Rufus and Jay Youngblood. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Kingston's announcement aired on Twitter after Wednesday's Dynamite. An outlet for Wahoo came on the golf course. Edward Hugh McDaniel[2] (June 19, 1938 April 18, 2002) was an American Choctaw-Chickasaw[3] professional American football player and professional wrestler better known by his ring name Wahoo McDaniel. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. Current subscribers click here to continue reading. Wow, I could feel those beatings all the way down in my ringside seat at the Funk said McDaniel would be a big draw even today, and even if he tried he could never be a "heel," the wrestling term for the bad guy. Ed "Wahoo" McDaniel, 63, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2002, in Houston, Texas. James Durbin/Reporter-Telegram, Wahoo McDaniel in 1959, Oklahoma starting left end, who kicked longest punt in nation in 1958, 91 yards against Iowa State. He was a man who was proud of his Native American heritage -- he was part Choctaw and Chickasaw -- and even when his time on the road kept him away from his family he worked at being a good father when he had the chance. Slater was involved in many high-profile angles, including one in JCP where he collected NWA World Heavyweight Champion Harley Races bounty on challenger Nature Boy Ric Flair. Crockett/WCW shows at the Philadelphia Civic Center. Weve updated the security on the site. ", "Believability, storytelling made pro wrestling great", NWA Southern Heavyweight Title (Florida) history, NWA United States Tag Team Title (Florida) history, NWA World Tag Team Title (Florida) history, NWA Mid-Atlantic Heavyweight Title history, NWA/WCW United States Heavyweight Title history, NWA World Tag Team Title (Mid-Atlantic/WCW) history, "NWA Hall of Fame Class for 2011 announced", "NWA United States Heavyweight Title (1967-1968/05) - American Heavyweight Title (1968/05-1986/02)", SCW Southwest Television/Heavyweight Title history, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Wahoo_McDaniel&oldid=1141935529, ACW World Heavyweight Championship (1 time), NWA United States Championship Tournament (1984), This page was last edited on 27 February 2023, at 17:07. Try again later. e-mail at bobmagee1@hotmail.com). Try again later. Make sure that the file is a photo. No matter where he went, Funk said, McDaniel was cheered. Wahoo! Former pro football player who became one of wrestling's most flamboyant figures. really believed in wrestling. As I sit here at my desk wanting to cry, but holding it back, I can see Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). "You were going to make money in the ring with Wahoo.". Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. McDaniel was trained by Dory Funk, Sr. and he initially competed in Funk's Amarillo territory while playing for the Oilers and, later, the Broncos. His wife, Charlie updated people regularly, using terms Lou lived his life with. He was a standout linebacker at the University of . McDaniel Photo Albums, Title history from Professional Wrestling Online Museum and He'd give you his last dime.". He died in 2002 of complications from diabetes. He was a popular wrestler in the . In a 2001 Sports Illustrated article, McDaniel admitted that when he played at Oklahoma he drank motor oil and a jug of jalapeno peppers, both on dares. 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