The Von Erich family, a famous wrestling family, suffered numerous tragedies over the years. Here is a summary of what happened to the Von Erichs:
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Jack Barton Jr., the youngest son of Fritz and Doris, died at the age of 7 after accidentally electrocuting himself and drowning in a puddle.
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David Von Erich died in 1984 at the age of 25 from acute enteritis, an intestinal infection that caused ruptured intestines and a heart attack.
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Mike Von Erich died in 1987 at the age of 23 from a drug overdose.
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Chris Von Erich died in 1991 at the age of 21 from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
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Kerry Von Erich died in 1993 at the age of 33 from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the heart.
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Fritz Von Erich passed away in 1997 at the age of 68 from brain and lung cancer.
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Kevin Von Erich is the only surviving member of the Von Erich brothers.
The Von Erich familys tragedies have been widely reported and have become part of wrestling lore.
