Several wrestling promotions in the Midwest, including Dreamwave Wrestling, AAW, 2econd Wrestling, and Windy City Slam, have announced the tragic passing of referee Devin Anderson, known as Ref Dev.
Anderson received an outpouring of praise for his work from talents such as WARHORSE and Shazza McKenzie.
On behalf of PWMania.com, we send our condolences to the family, friends, and fans of Devin Anderson.
The AAW Family is saddened to hear of the passing of one of our own, Referee Dev Anderson.
He was an incredibly talented referee but above all he was an amazing friend to everyone.
We love & miss you Dev, our condolences to his family during this difficult time. Memory eternal. pic.twitter.com/mDJgqjYN1D
— AAW Wrestling (@AAWPro) April 20, 2025
.@WindyCitySlam is saddened to learn of the sudden passing of local referee Devin Anderson. Ref Dev was a presence at many local promotions and was one of the nicest people in the wrestling business. Condolences to the family and friends of Ref Dev.#indiewrestling #RIPRefDev pic.twitter.com/yiQlLZ5tks
— Windy City Slam (@WindyCitySlam) April 20, 2025
We were just made aware of Ref Dev Anderson's passing. We were fortunate to have Dev on one show and he was a great addition to our team.
Our condolences and love go out to his friends and family. May his memory be for a blessing. Hug your loved ones. pic.twitter.com/Fdevudptsa
— 2econd Wrestling (@2econdWrestling) April 21, 2025
Dreamwave Wrestling and Uprising: Women Athletes join the independent wrestling community in mourning the passing of Devin Anderson, professionally known as Ref Dev. Gone far too soon
Our deepest condolences to his family, loved ones, and fellow colleagues. May he rest in… pic.twitter.com/IYdP1wGoMU
— Dreamwave Wrestling (@DWWrestling) April 20, 2025
