Irish wrestler Alexander Dean (real name Dean Merton) has passed away at the age of 35, with the news shared by Bohemian Football Club, noting that Merton was a lifetime fan, long-term member and volunteer for the club.
Merton, who also competed as Sean South, wrestled for promotions including Irish Whip Wrestling, NWA Ireland, No Limit Wrestling, Ulster Championship Wrestling, Fight Factory Pro Wrestling, Pro Wrestling Ulster, Insane Championship Wrestling, Westside Xtreme Wrestling, Phoenix Wrestling, Discovery Wrestling, Pro Wrestling Elite, Pro Wrestling ZERO1 and CHIKARA during his career.
?? Everyone at Bohemians is devastated to learn of the passing of lifetime fan, long-term member and volunteer Dean Merton.
He followed Bohs far and wide, rarely missed a game and so often drove his many friends to games.
We send our condolences to all who knew and loved him. pic.twitter.com/LbuaHPARYm
— Bohemian Football Club (@bfcdublin) September 5, 2023
I am saddened to learn of the passing of Sean South (Dean Merton), who was a regular on the Irish wrestling scene. 35 is too young. Condolences to Dean’s family and friends. RIP.
— Cabray (@Joey_Cabray) September 5, 2023
My pal. I wish you knew how special you were.
You were kind and genuine and talented and hilarious. I could talk to you about anything. I'm going to miss you.
When I got my tryout you were one of the first people I told. I'd pick you up and we'd drive to Bray together, talking… pic.twitter.com/CsFAQQcsNw
— Rebecca Quin (@BeckyLynchWWE) September 5, 2023
