Friend Encounters is a weekly series featuring friends meeting celebrities.
This is a sad one. Today, I feature my recently deceased convention pal Ty Wasilk.
I met Ty many years ago at some comic con or wrestling event. Over the years, we ran into each other many times at such events. It was always great to see Ty. He always seemed to be in a good mood. I could always count on a smile or laugh from Ty.
Last week, I received news Ty had passed. Way too young at 50, Ty suffered from pancreatic cancer, ultimately succumbing to a stroke. The only bright spot is he didn't suffer too long with the cancer. Even with it, he battled like a true warrior and remained positive. It's a small relief in a tragic tale.
Below is a picture from Ty meeting the legendary Killer Bees (aka B Brian Blair and Jumping Jim Brunzell. It's fitting this picture shows Ty with legends. I know how excited Ty was to meet them or any wrestler. He was just as excited to meet independent wrestlers at VFW Halls. That was just who Ty was.
I don't claim to have known Ty too well. We only chatted when we crossed paths at events. Still, he was part of my convention circle.
RIP Ty. You are missed, but won't be forgotten.
B Brain Blair, Ty and Jim Brunzell in Waterloo, IA-June 2024.
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