It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of former Chief Operating Officer Joe Koff.
Various wrestlers and industry figures have expressed their condolences on social media.
Koff, who passed away this week, served as the COO of ROH from September 2011, following its acquisition by Sinclair Broadcasting, until May 2022, when Tony Khan acquired the promotion.
Before his role at ROH, Koff was employed by Sinclair Broadcasting, where he assumed the position of Senior Vice President of Training and Development in January 2003.
On behalf of everyone here on eWn, we express our condolences to the friends and family of Joe Koff.
You can check out some of the reactions below:
The AEW & Ring of Honor Family, along with the wrestling world mourn the passing of Joe Koff. Our thoughts are with his family and his friends. pic.twitter.com/0pFBXyd5mP
— ROH – Ring of Honor Wrestling (@ringofhonor) October 15, 2024
The AEW & Ring of Honor Family, along with the wrestling world mourn the passing of Joe Koff. Our thoughts are with his family and his friends. pic.twitter.com/AyWc9qDTTp
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) October 15, 2024
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Ring of Honor COO Joe Koff. We’re grateful for his contributions to professional wrestling and offer our sincerest condolences to his friends and family. pic.twitter.com/sNoS74sSJr
— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) October 15, 2024
MLW is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Ring of Honor COO Joe Koff. On behalf of MLW, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.
Joe always led with honor, integrity, and a passion for the sport we all cherish. His legacy will live on in… pic.twitter.com/JNY7g2ILHG
— MLW (@MLW) October 15, 2024
Joe Koff
Really great man that I learned a lot from and was always happy/lucky to be in his presence
All love to his family
— Cody Rhodes (@CodyRhodes) October 15, 2024
Rest in peace Joe Koff. Joe loved pro wrestling and was integral to putting together a roster in the original Ring of Honor that would shift the industry. His contributions were immense. Goodbye my friend and Godspeed. pic.twitter.com/ASIoqds4vY
— 👑 Frankie Kazarian 👑 (@FrankieKazarian) October 15, 2024
#RIP Joe Koff – I greatly enjoyed working with Joe during my time with @ringofhonor. He was professional & always delivered on what he promised. My thoughts & condolences go out to his family & loved ones. pic.twitter.com/UvP6rm6kc8
— MATT HARDY (@MATTHARDYBRAND) October 15, 2024
It’s unfortunate to hear about the passing of Joe Koff.
I’m very grateful to have worked under Joe’s ROH for close to a decade.
My sincere condolences go out to his family. https://t.co/NCkCjOQ51O
— Will Ferrara (@WillFerrara) October 15, 2024
Very sad to hear of the passing of Joe Koff. I truly appreciate the opportunities He helped provide me. Rest in peace Joe. https://t.co/FBWp7gGZow
— Brian Milonas (@brianmilonas) October 15, 2024
A kind and good hearted man who genuinely loved professional wrestling so much and gave so many of us an opportunity and platform to do what we love. Forever grateful for you. You gave me the best years of my life working for ROH. We love you Joe. 🖤 pic.twitter.com/WSUqT5jkoq
— Mandy León 👻🔮 (@MandyLeonxo) October 15, 2024
R I P Joe Koff
My former boss at Sinclair Broadcasting
When i was signed by him in December
2018 to December 2021. My sympathies to all his friends and familles. You will be missed by a lots of great people Joe . pic.twitter.com/O7Wx1xIsCL— PCO Perfect Creation One (@PCOisNotHuman) October 15, 2024
My friend Joe was fair, honest, direct, and could talk wrestling all day.
He ensured @ringofhonor had a place to go. Doors open during pandemic. Sent out happy birthday & "I saw you on AEW!" texts as recently as Grand Slam ❤️
Thank you, Joe. May peace be to you and your family. pic.twitter.com/grh29UJLPq
— Ian Riccaboni (@IanRiccaboni) October 15, 2024
