Joseph Laurinaitis was a legendary pro wrestler known as Road Warrior Animal.
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Hey Joe We never knew each other however we both have roots and family in southside Chicago. We probably even worked out at many of the same gyms and knew the same people. I'm old now and gave my life to Jesus. I pray for your soul brother. You and Hawk were the greatest. Rest in the peace of Jesus.
Br. Peter Pio Picciolini
January 28, 2025 | Other
R.I.H Road Warrior Animal.
Dawan Wallace
July 07, 2024 | Lathrup Village MI
I want to thank Joe and Mike for giving me hope as a young kid. When I got bullied and dealt with depression, watching the Road Warriors on GCW and the AWA helped me get though things. Thank you.
Duane Fuoss
June 28, 2024 | Irwin, PA | Acquaintance
Joe and Mike were a big part of my youth in the 80's and even the 90's. So many memories and am proud to have grown up in the "Road Warriors" era. You both will be forever missed but NEVER forgotten. Rest well my brothers.
Christian Paulsen
February 23, 2024 | Other
As a kid I would watch the Road Warriors wrestle. So fast forward to 2018 when the What a Rush podcast came out it brought me back to when I glued myself in front of the TV to watch Road Warriors destroy their opponents. Then in Oct 2020 while waiting for a new podcast Joe´s podcast in crime co host canes on to say Joe has passed away. I couldn´t believe it because Animal was indestructible. In his memory I bought his book and read it. I laughed and cried of joy because I get a glimpse into...
Eli Johnson
February 03, 2022 | Other
What can you say? Joe you’ll be greatly missed by all. Thank you for all of the years of wrestling. You & Mike were awesome guys in & out of the ring. I had years of joy watching the Road Warriors. Seeing y’all wrestle got me thru the difficult times in my life & I thank you for that. It means everything to me. You’ll be greatly missed. RIP
Sandra Dore’
November 12, 2020 | Houston, TX
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
As part of the Road Warriors, thank you for years of joy & love you gave us the fans. We loved you both. The Road Warriors RULED wrestling. Thank you Joe & Mike. RIP guys! Love you guys! You’ll be missed.
Sandra Dore’
November 12, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Mitchell Williams
November 09, 2020 | Friend
He was s good person he always help people's out .
Yes pro wrestling business and fans all over the world will miss him.
My condolences gos out to his friends and fans.
Joseph thanks for all your hard work in the pro wrestling business thanks.
R.i.p Joseph
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November 05, 2020
