Post your eulogy to Eddie in here

**Splaya** · 11-13-2005, 04:43 PM

I know people will never see it from WWE or anything like that. But it might be a chance for us to find a way to grieve

**Nark Order** · 11-13-2005, 04:53 PM

Even the closest to you never saw it coming
Deep emotion swells in us all
Devistated by losing such a great man
Inspiration is one thing you will a symbol for
Excitement was one thing you brought to us

Giving everything you had to your audience
Understanding why you were put on this earth
Entertainment was deep in your blood
Rejoiced, we feel to have known you
Rewarded, we feel to have watched you perform
Even though you may not be with us now
Remembered will be your grace, tenacity, and talent
Overwhelmed we may be but also happy that you can now main event in heaven.

**Corkscrewed** · 11-13-2005, 05:04 PM

'No, no, not this. This can't be true. This can't be right. No.'

It hit me immediately. The full brunt of the meaning, tragedy, and historical significance of this moment hit me like vicious haymaker straight into my gut. That sinking pit in my stomach, that feeling of absolute forlorne despair, focused in the deepest part of my body, that feeling which I had rarely ever felt. That was what anchored me down as I tried to process this information. As silly as it might sound, I hadn't felt this feeling of absolute shock and sadness since the Twin Towers came tumbling down in New York, four years ago.

My favorite wrestler in the world, my favorite wrestler ever, was dead. Taken from us in the blink of an eye... or in this case, the sweep of one toothbrush. One moment he was in the prime of his life, full of vigor and vitality. And the next moment, he is looking down upon us all with the same vitality, only one lifetime removed, swept among the ethereal glow of the angels who have greeted him.

This is something I will never forget. "Where were you when you found out Eddie Guerrero died?" I was in my USC apartment. Nothing special. But that doesn't lessen the memory, or the pain.

How can someone I've never met affect me like so? Some might think this to be silly. "He was only a wrestler." Indeed, it's not like he was the President of the United States, or even a mainstream celebrity. "He competed in something scripted... dare I say, fake." And indeed, professional wrestling is not looked at as a most respectable sport by mainstream society. "You're being silly, getting so worked up for a wrestler."

No I'm not.

Eddie was not only a great wrestler, he was a great MAN. He was by no means perfect. Certainly, in his youth, his addiction to drugs and alchohol led to the spiral that nearly resulted in his death. He led a life of vice and abuse. He was not an angel for his entire life.

And yet, he found redemption. He found resolution. He found... himself. As admirable as a saint may be, a person who has sunken to the lowest depths of immorality and returned to genuinely gain penance and truly change himself for the better may be even more admirable. And that was Eddie.

Four years. He had been sober for just a little over four years. And in that four years, he had established a tremendous comeback, going from losing his job and nearly his family to being the greatest champion in the greatest federation of his sport. To fullfilling his lifelong dream. And in four years, he might very well have been on his way to a second tour of duty at the top.

Eddie was a true five star wrestler. He could work any match with any man and make it look like a million bucks. He could fly with the luchadores, tackle the grapplers, weave the underdog story against the hosses, work the mic like no other, and entrap you with his charisma. He was an beloved babyface character. He was a despicable heel character. He was a consumate ace in every aspect of wrestling.

But even the greatest wrestlers have their demons, and what is most remarkable, above all else, was that he was able to overcome them. That will gain my respect anyday. He recognized his vices. He defeated them. He became a living success story to any person battling addiction.

And now his death will become a testimony both to the ravages of addiction and the triumph of overcoming them. After all, in the short four years that he was sober, he was able to accomplish so much. So indellibly much.

Though this is personal speculation, the coroner will probably find the result to be heart failure as a result of a combination of past damage from drugs and alcohol and from possible steroid use. And that's a shame, but perhaps we can learn from this, if it indeed is the issue.

But this isn't about drugs. Or alcohol. Or any number of bad things he might have done. This is about Eddie. A human being who fell from glory but was able to climb back. He was a precocious boy and a great man, an example of how to conduct oneself both as a wrestler and as a person.

I will remember him, not for his vices, but for his victory over his vices. I will remember him for his amazing matches. His priceless promos. His colorful persona. His love and devotion to his family. His quiet, honorable nature. His passion for life.

My heart goes out to his wife, Vickie, as well as his three daughters, Shaul, Sherylin, and Katie Marie, and his mother. No parent should have to outlive his or her child. My sympathies to the Guerrero family, and to Eddie's friends.

The wrestling world has lost a shining star, a legend, and a great man.

Rest in Peace
EDDIE GUERRERO
1967 ~ 2005

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**The Fugitive** · 11-13-2005, 05:08 PM

He lied, he cheated, he stole, and we loved him for it. Rest in Peace, Eddie.

**Sting Fan** · 11-13-2005, 05:17 PM

Some of us lie, some of us cheat and some of us steal, and yet still maybe those who lie, those who cheat and those who steal are really the best of us in disguise.

As we go through life we all face our demons, some of us crumple under the great weight and die, others shrug it off and move on, these people are the weak and the strong respectively. Yet still there are others, there are the men who appear weak and get dragged down, they fall into a pit of drugs, despair and hate for themselves and finally they hit the bottom. Then those men look up and see where they once were, they see the greatness they were owed and slowly they drag themselves out of there hole and back into greatness. These people aren’t weak, these people aren’t strong, these people are truly great, these people are inspirational, these people are superhuman.

Those people don’t just get up and help themselves though, oh no. Those people tell there story and they inspire us to greatness, those people are the people who grab you by the collar and drag you too your feet in times of need. Those people are superhumanly strong because with there story we become inspired and we become great.

The world lost a great soul today, a man who we all owed a lot too for the inspiration and entertainment he provided us, Viva La Razza, Lie Cheat and Steal all you want my friend because you were a better man than I will ever be.

RIP Eddie Maineventer in my heart and mind forever.

**KingofOldSchool** · 11-13-2005, 05:18 PM

Eddie was a man that everyone should strive to be like. Like all all of us, he's made mistakes. However, he rose above and changed his life around. He overcame so much in his life, but yet gained more in return. For all of his alcohol and drug addictions, he had thousands of fans who would pay money to see him put on one hell of a show. And when Eddie walked through that curtain, he gave fans so much so many times that it started his downward spiral.

Once he saw how his actions were affecting his loved ones, he knew it was time for a change. He cleaned up...became sober and then went on to become the most popular wrestler in the World for a good year and a half. He finally reached the top of wrestling, doing something that many people said he could never do...main event.

And while he was main eventing arenas all over the World, he managed to be a father and a husband as well. While most wrestlers can't keep a marriage going, Eddie kept his going. Although his wife should be the one being praised for that...Eddie should be praised to be smart enough to realize the kind of family he had and wanted to change his life around so he wouldn't lose what he had going.

Eddie should be a role model to every person who has had any kind of addiction or life threatening problem. Eddie is proof that you can overcome anything.

Maybe, it was just Eddie's time to go. He just hit the 4 year sobriety mark, he has helped create a family who will carry on the Guerrero legacy...albeit it not in wrestling, but the Guerrero family is still a great family. And he also left the wrestling world as someone adored by the majority of wrestling fans. Instead of going out a heel that people loved to hate, he died a babyface...someone people love to love. He was respected and loved by his peers, guys like Chris Benoit...Dean Malenko...Rey Mysterio Jr....and his nephew Chavo.

Eddie is and forever will be a great man.

**Cool King** · 11-13-2005, 05:24 PM

Lie, Cheat And Steal.

I wish this was a LIE, that you are gone.
But I feel CHEATed, that you were taken so early.
But Death did STEAL you from us, and we all hate him for it.

I'll do a better one later.

**Angelina2K** · 11-13-2005, 05:25 PM

Words can to be placed to what the lost of Eddie means to not only the wrestling word, but the world in general

So Rare is it that a person can fight such personal demons and over come them. He was truly an insperation to any person.

Lets us remember Eddie for his strong man he was, For his ability to over come the odds, his ability to entertain and bring a smile to your face.

To Eddie Guerrero, a true fighter, may his memory stay strong in our minds and may he Rest In Peace

**Marcyo** · 11-13-2005, 05:44 PM

To a man that always gathered cheers or heat from any crowd.

To a man that was a great champion.

To a man who carried the face of the company during a while.

To a man that was among the best actors.

To a man that was appreciated by every true wrestling fan.

To a man that has managed to fight off his inside demons.

To a man that was a husband and the father of three children.

To a man who will be missed by everyone... forever.

To you, Eddie Guerrero...

THANK YOU.

Thank you for all those great moments, for these fantastic matches, for these hilarous angles.

Thank you for everything you did in that ring, backstage, wherever.

Thank you for having been what you have been during your entire life.

Thank you so much for everything you've done.

You will be remembered as a fantastic wrestler, as a man with a great heart, as a legend. We all looked up to you, we all still look up to you.

Rest in peace, Eddie Guerrero.

**axel84** · 11-13-2005, 10:45 PM

Eddie Guerrero, a man known around the world as Latino Heat brought a unique presence to professional wrestling. Performing in the squared circle for two decades, Eddie climbed the ranks at various federations, most notably World Championship Wrestling and WWE, where he entered with several other WCW stars thereafter. A hard loss to Guerrero was the tragic death of his tag team partner Art Barr in 1994. Guerrero was very well known throughout the locker room, and his time in WWE was no exception.

As a apart of the Radicals , Guerrero once spoke to the fans at an event about how greatful he was for their support in welcoming him and his friends take on the competition the WWE had to offer. He stayed on the rise, with good friend Chris Benoit. Eddie was joined in his original Latino Heat gimmick with former WWE diva Joanie Laurer (aka Chyna), of which he affectionately referred to as his "Mama Cita!".

Following Laurer's departure, Guerrero rose to prominence even more, when Eddie's nephew Chavo, a cruiserweight stand out, joined forces with his uncle as a heel tagteam. Just as equally popular for their antics during shows as they were arguably in real life, the two always had an ace up their sleeve in turning the tables against their opponents, for better or for worse. Though he relished in being a dastardly moustache twirler, Eddie was a beloved husband and father of three children.

Coming up in wrestling, he had fought personal demons, which led into a seemingly uncontrollable spiral into substance abuse. Eddie also fought a battle most wrestlers contend with at some point in their careers: injury. Guerrero played face characters as well as heels on numerous occasions, and whatever the occasion, either house show, weekly televised taping, especially pay-per-view, he always knew how to make an entrance. He would ride his stratacaster car onto the path toward the ring, exuding street knowledge, confidence and crassness.

Eddie and Chavo's "Los Guerreros" faction were one of the WWE brands more popular heel tag teams, arguably since the likes of Demolition. They were also former tag champions.

Rivals and friends, Eddie has encountered both in his days. Among them, Chris Benoit, Chavo, and most recently Rey Mysterio, one of his closest friends. And no matter what, he'd give it his best. One of the greatest comeback stories in the history of wrestling supports this--as Eddie Guerrero defeated Brock Lesnar to become a WWE Heavyweight Champion for the first time in his career at No Way Out against Brock Lesnar. This victory was perhaps one of the most--if not meaningful for Guerrero. It symbolized over coming odds, where his agility, ring smarts, and heart won out over the overbearing advantage of his opponent's endurance, size, and strength.

Eddie would later overcome odds of an intimidating Kurt Angle, by disgracing the gold medalist in front of a world wide audience at Wrestlemania XX--retaining the title in the process.

Guerrero battled John Bradshaw Layfield in numerous no-holds-barred grudge matches following his run as champion, and at one point managed to grab a memorable upper hand against JBL during a pay-per-view where Eddie battled back against his opponent while drenched and covered tremendously in blood.

Eddie, like others in his time, sacrificed his well-being for the business. What seperated himself from others however, was his charasmatic charm, combined with a rapid-fire wit, sly smile and elusive beady eyes that would accompany as salsa-inspired strut that he carried with him in many of his appearances.

One of Eddie's final matches, and probably one of his more memorable was against World Champion Dave Batista. In the buildup leading up to the match, in addition to the days after, Batista and Guerrero joined forces, paying respect to one another in the process. Though Eddie walked away without the title, he came out with another admirer and accomplice.

And all too soon, in good times and in bad, Eddie's life has come to a close. Known as one of the greatest middleweights professional wrestling has ever seen, Eddie Guerrero was a man of many characters.

Masked man. Lothario. Underdog. Conspirator. Family man. Guerrero was a superstar who has been to hell and around, and at times paying the price, while winning some back in the process.

Rest in Peace, and may your impact on the sport linger for many years to come.

**Destor** · 11-13-2005, 10:56 PM

Eddie, I've never believed in long winded goodbyes. I would mourn you, Eddie, but threw the grace of God we have been granted eternal life. I would be sad, but I realize you had salvation threw our Lord and savior Jesus Christ. I'll pray for your family. I hope they find comfort in your salvation as I have. Goodbye for now, when we meet in Heaven I'll have plenty to say to you.

**mike627** · 11-13-2005, 11:55 PM

I really can't add anything to what has already been said so, all I will say is RIP Latino Heat...

**the Master-brock** · 11-13-2005, 11:56 PM

Eddie,

you selflessly gave us everything that you had to give...
we loved you for it, and we know you loved us too..

you taught us about life thought your experiences in life, and we're better for it..

you're in a better place now, and we're glad for it

We love you Eddie .. and we'll miss you and what you are so much

**FourFifty** · 11-14-2005, 01:02 AM

I can't say anything that hasn't already been said. I'm not a writer. I'm not a poet. I'm not a friend. I'm not family. I'm just a fan.
And for that I am eternally greatful. Thank you, Eddie. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

**James Steele** · 11-14-2005, 01:16 AM

I suggest you all go to www.eddicts.com and email your eulogies to Eddie to the site so they can post it on there.

**Heyman** · 11-14-2005, 01:18 AM

**O.G Loc** · 11-14-2005, 02:03 AM

Growing up in the hood with all the crack dealers was tough, but as tough as dealing with Eddie's past demons. Dont do Drugs. Drugs are bad.

Rest in Peace

**James Steele** · 11-14-2005, 02:06 AM

I know this is going to be long winded, but I think that this will truly show us how many lives Eddie truly touched. These are messeges e-mailed to www.eddicts.com in an extremely short amount of time. (Eddie's site wasn't updated until sometmie in the afternoon on Sunday.)
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In Memory Of Eddie

http://www.eddicts.com/rip_eddie.htm

**FourFifty** · 11-14-2005, 02:36 AM

**What Would Kevin Do?** · 11-14-2005, 03:50 AM

The worst part is, it's still not really clicking. Even now, reading everything, and looking at all of the tribute pictures, you can't help but think it's not real. You think that you just saw him a few days ago, that he looked so healthy, that he was young, etc. It's hard to grasp that outside of taped footage, we will never see Eddie again. If it wasn't for the sadness that I'm feeling, I don't think I'd believe it at all. He had a lot of life ahead of him, and it's a shame he didn't get to live it, especially after everything he fought through... Then again, at least he lived to see brighter days, and was fortunate enough to have those 4 sober years at the end, with his family, with his success, with his fans, in control of his life. Most people couldn't accomplish what Eddie did, or live the life he did in two lifetimes, let alone do it in 38 years, and I think that speaks bounds about the type of man Eddie Geurrero was.

Thank you Eddie.
Thank you for doing what you loved.
Thank you for taking us along with you.
Thank you for the memories we will take along with us.

**Pinnacle Charisma** · 11-14-2005, 05:35 AM

I logged onto msn and one of wrestling mates had his nickname as �Farewell Eddie�. I was hoping that it wasn�t my Eddie and someother Eddie he knew. I was gutted. I felt empty. The man was one of my favourites. It was such a tragic death in a man in his prime of his life. Deepest regards to his wife, his two daughters and Chavo.

I know this may sound gay and all but I remember watching a wrestlemania 20 commercial on a wwe dvd. It was the one where it had the likes of Brock, Jericho, Hbk and HHH working out or getting ready for a match. The voiceover guy was talking over this footage and saying inspiring stuff but one thing he said always stuck in my mind. �We are all mortal. One day we will die but what matters most is the legacy we leave behind�. Not many people let alone wrestlers have achieved what Eddie has. He was wwe champion on perhaps the biggest ppv of all time. But not only that. He touched the hearts of millions everywhere. He had fans in every part of the world. A lot of celebrities become popular though their movies, songs or their looks. Not Eddie. People fell in love with Eddie for his personality first and foremost He had a loving and carefree personality that people loved. He has the special ability to connect with us. It felt like I had lost a family member rather than a wrestler I hardily knew that lived half way across the world such was his warming personality. Not many people get to experience 40,000 people screaming their name.

You may be gone Eddie but your legacy will be remembered. And when you think about it that�s one of the greatest things that can happen to anyone.

**Pinnacle Charisma** · 11-14-2005, 05:36 AM

I wrote my above post in latino heat green as a tribute to Edwardo

LK · 11-14-2005, 06:55 AM

I will remember Eddie like this. About three years ago I went to a house show in Aberdeen, it was a part of the tour after WM 19. The show had a break and then the action resumed. The first match was a tag team match between Eddie and Chavo and WGTT. I found myself watching Eddie most of the time as he constantly kept doing little things that just made me laugh. You know, little cheap shots, taking the tag rope across the top rope so he could tag himself in. This was just a remarkably charismatic man.

Eddie was a man that could make people smile, make people laugh and make people cry. I think it is safe to say that the image of Eddie and Benoit at WM 20 as the two champions is something people who watch wrestling will always remember. I know I will.

So Eddie, here's to you, a great performer and a brilliant man. May you rest in peace and no matter what, everyone will always remember Latino Heat.

**Loose Cannon** · 11-14-2005, 08:30 AM

typed something, but pressed backspace by accident and it's lost

I'll have a nice tribute to him up later on the front page and I'll link this thread to my post.

**The Fox** · 11-14-2005, 09:11 AM

Your Latino Heat will never fade in my heart Eddie

Eddie thank you for some of my most memorable wrestling memories,for the matches you made reality,the backstage interviews that you made that much funnier.
The way you stole my boredom and put a smile on my face!
The way cheated to victory in the sweatest way.
And how much I wiss it was a lie that you are gone...

Rest in peace Eddie!

**Morgan** · 11-14-2005, 10:39 AM

I've only known Eddie's work in WWE, but from those few years, I've become convinced eddie was one of the only who could call themselves the complete package. A man who could make the crowd eat out of the palm of his hand, or make them hate him, but no matter what, would always have the crowds respect.It is a massive loss to the wrestling world, not to be able to see him anymore, and to the world itself to lose such a good person. My sincerest condolences go out to his family who have suffered the biggest loss of all, and that the millions of fans of Eddie guerrero support them in this sad time. Thank you eddie for everything, and all the memories you've left us.

It's posted in the sticky thread as well. It's nothing compared to the things you guys have written and its pretty beautiful what you've written too. Some great tributes to a great man.

**mrslackalack** · 11-14-2005, 01:04 PM

We'll never forget you Eddie! your matches, funny promos were the best. You will be truly missed not only as a wrestler but a person. You are in a better place than all of us.

**Just John** · 11-14-2005, 01:32 PM

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It's such a shame, to hear this news, whether it was heel or face, Eddie played the part brilliantly, I heard he was a great person outsode of the ring too, I tryed to watch some tapes of his matches at wrestlemania, and just seeing his entrance, makes me stop the tape and not bother, it's very hard to watch a man entering the arena in a lowrider with a big smile on his face without thinking that he was never aware at this time he would be dead.

It's hard to see someone so alive be so dead, I was a great fan of eddie as a face, he brought charisma and happiness to his match, and looked genuinley looked happy to be entertaining the fans in the way that he did, it was his dream to wrestle, it it's such a shame to take that dream away from him in a hotel room somewhere with no warning.

The pinnacle of Eddies career was when he hit the big time and got the title and was face, and as much as it pains me to say, Eddie faded away, it's a shame he didn't get one last energy fuelled pop before he left us.

Thank you Eddie for making me dislike you and making me adore you.

Thanks for showing that you dont have to be big to get the gold

And I thank you for entertaining us, Eddie, you put the E in WWE

Ladies & Gentlemen: Eddie Guerrero

**Cactus Sid** · 11-14-2005, 02:11 PM

I had the privilege of seeing Eddie Guerrero in action at Wrestlemania XX and the memory of he and Chris Benoit stood in the ring at the end of the night is one that I will never forget....
A man who proved that no matter how far down you get knocked, whatever happens in your life and as hard as things get, whether external issues or your own demons....you can bounce back. Eddie Guerrero should be seen as an inspiration to everyone.
His death has shocked everyone to the very core, a man who put smiles on the faces of all those who had the opportunity to see or meet him, a man who was one of the greatest entertainers in the world, taken away in his prime. Sometimes there is just no justice in this world.

Thank you for all the memories Eddie, may God love and protect your family in this difficult time, help them through everything ahead, and let them know that everyone is thinking of them.

Today we mourn one of the greats

Adios Amigo

R.I.P

**addy2hotty** · 11-14-2005, 03:03 PM

I never saw ECW or WCW, but I remember seeing Eddie Guerrero's WWF debut. He, along with Chris Benoit, Dean Malenko and Perry Saturn, interfered in a match and Eddie hit the Road Dogg with a frog splash. I remember 'marking out' for the first time in a long time. I was bewildered by these wrestlers, but most especially by this guy who had done the craziest frog splash I'd seen.

Then, on SD, he dislocated his elbow doing the same move - being put on the injured list for the first stage of his WWF career. He played the heel role well from this point, just his presence, his look, his evil arrogant smile driving the crowd to boo levels the likes of which I'd only seen with the McMahons. Eddie had a new fan.

I've always been fascinated by the way a wrestler plays the crowd, and as a heel, Eddie was, in my opinion, as good as it gets. His ability in the role was certainly greater than his peers, some of which could never quite be believed as the bad guy. His range of ability in the role ranged from the typical cocky version, to the evil, maniacal version. Either way, he portrayed this character to perfection.

I had problems similar to Eddie in my personal life around the time he returned to the WWE. I watched and took amazing inspiration from his recovery, his belief and desire to be a good father, to be a good husband, to be a good person again and to fight his way to the top of his profession. I wanted to recover and believe like he did. That salvation was round the corner. That a bit of support, a goal and belief could carry you from the darkness.

He succeeded, as did I. I watched on as Eddie rose to the very pinnacle of what he did. He made me laugh, made me frustrated, the businesses apparent unwillingness to let him lead made me frustrated. He returned home to El Paso for a Smackdown event, and the crowd welcomed him as a sporting hero - with a reception that still to this day is unparalleled.

We all have our favourite wrestlers, but Eddie, to me was a different type of favourite wrestler. You never knew where Latino Heat stopped and Eddie Guerrero began. That was the skill that the man possessed. When Eddie won the WWE Championship from Brock Lesnar, I shed a tear of happiness - he'd fought, he'd battled and beaten his demons and DESERVED his moment. Unfortunately Eddie didn't believe in his undoubted ability. Another issue I could relate to. I would like to believe that he'd finally beaten those demons. And that the title match that he was due to participate in would have been another victory for Eddie against them.

I only saw Eddie wrestle twice - once at WM17 in a match against Test, and once in the UK (where I'm from) vs Luther Reigns at a SD taping in Manchester. Both times he amazed me, entertained me, and made me smile.

Eddie Guerrero will live with me, and in the hearts and minds of millions forever. He will be remembered as one of, if not the greatest entertainer to have ever graced the world of wrestling.

My thoughts are with his family, his wife and his children. I hope they will grow up to hear the stories, see the video and have the memories of the man Eddie Guerrero was. An inspiration.

One day I hope I can thank him.

**AJHayes** · 11-14-2005, 03:35 PM

I can't say anything really poetic about this.. But, I have a little story about Eddie.

I was in very bad shape during my time in the military and for awhile afterward. I was basically an alcoholic. It was a really ugly time for me, and over the summer, I bought the Eddie Guerrero DVD. Being that I really enjoy most of his matches, the purchase made sense. He helped me clean myself up, in the sense that it really helped to know that there was another person going through a similar issue.

I feel bad for never being able to say thank you Eddie. You, along with 2-3 of my friends helped to get me out of the bottom of a bottle.

Rest in Peace.

**Evil Vito** · 11-14-2005, 03:40 PM

Eddie, I've had the pleasure of watching you perform since I started watching WCW in late 1998. Although I was very young at the time and didn't realize it until much later, you were ALWAYS an amazing performer.

I had the privelege of seeing you compete live and in-person in March of this year at a Smackdown house show, and you put on an amazing performance. The whole crowd was on your side, and even though you were the face, I completely believe that we would still cheer you as a heel. THat is merely a testament to your greatness.

You are a true hero, and your life was an inspirational story to anyone who feels that they cannot achieve their dreams.

My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends during these difficult times, and I hope that I can be as strong and as good a man as you were. I wish to thank you up in Heaven one day, but for now this will have to do:

Thank you Eddie Guerrero, for all of the memories that you have provided to the fans you lived to entertain, and for being an all-around loveable guy.

God Bless and Rest in Peace.

**Mr. Nerfect** · 11-14-2005, 03:59 PM

I didn't know Eddie as a person, so this isn't really a personal loss to me, but there is no doubting Eddie was a great entertainer, and that is something I can comment on.

Every night Eddie went out there, he got a crowd reaction among the best in the industry. Every night he went out there his facial expressions and promos were among the best of anyone in the industry. Every night he went out there his wrestling skills were among the best of anyone in the industry. There is no doubt that Eddie was among the best in the industry.

I have no idea of the circumstances surrounding Eddie's death, but I have no doubt he is in Heaven right now, listening to the whole world chanting "Eddie! Eddie!" in unison. Where else could he be? Eddie would have shown up to the Pearl Gates, and even if he committed the worst crime in the history of mankind, all he would need to do is give that mischievous smirk and they wouldn't have been able to turn him away. Eddie was always a charming character.

Eddie, Rest in Peace. Viva La Raza.

**SuperSlim** · 11-14-2005, 05:11 PM

I'm just going to repost what I said in the other thread since I don't what more to say.

In the night sky there is always one star
One star that outhines them all
One star that is brightest
It illuminates such radiancy
You can't help but notice it

But once that star is gone
You know it
You feel it
You miss it
Knowing it won't be back.

You wish it wasn't gone
You wish it was still there
One more time
Just to see it one more time
Once more.

The memory will never be forgotten
Will always be remembered
In our eyes
In our minds
In our hearts

Eddie was that star
Taken away in his prime
Although he is not with us
He will always be remembered
Never forgotten

May you rest in peace
For your memory
Your legacy
Will never die
But will always live on.

Goodbye Eddie.

**Karlsberg** · 11-14-2005, 07:33 PM

In many ways I still have a feeling or a sense of numbness regarding the loss of Eddie, I wish this was some sort of sick joke and that you will be turning up on Smackdown in one of your low riders but I know that is not the case.

Although there will be no new matches or fantastic promo's to look forward to you have left your millions of fans with memories which will never fade away. As special as you were when it came to performing it seems you were even more remarkable as just a human being. The way you have overcome the obstacles and demons you have faced in your life should stand as an inspiration to others around the world that life is indeed worth living and has been made even more enjoyable by your mere presence.

At this time my thoughts go out to your family and friends who are experiencing a personal loss the rest of us can not comprehend.

Goodbye Eddie you are gone but you will never be forgotten, there is only one Latino Heat.

**Rain Man** · 11-14-2005, 07:53 PM

First wrestler to ever die in my lifetime of watching wrestling... Probably one of the most shocking things I have ever seen when I went onto WWE.com.. All time favorite match all time:
Eddie Guerrero-Kurt Angle Wrestlemania 20

RIP Eddie... You were the best...

**BigDaddyCool** · 11-14-2005, 09:22 PM

Some things in life are bad
They can really make you mad
Other things just make you swear and curse.
When you're chewing on life's gristle
Don't grumble, give a whistle
And this'll help things turn out for the best...

And...always look on the bright side of life...
Always look on the light side of life...

If life seems jolly rotten
There's something you've forgotten
And that's to laugh and smile and dance and sing.
When you're feeling in the dumps
Don't be silly chumps
Just purse your lips and whistle - that's the thing.

And...always look on the bright side of life...
Always look on the light side of life...

For life is quite absurd
And death's the final word
You must always face the curtain with a bow.
Forget about your sin - give the audience a grin
Enjoy it - it's your last chance anyhow.

So always look on the bright side of death
Just before you draw your terminal breath

Life's a piece of shit
When you look at it
Life's a laugh and death's a joke, it's true.
You'll see it's all a show
Keep 'em laughing as you go
Just remember that the last laugh is on you.

And always look on the bright side of life...
Always look on the right side of life...
(Come on guys, cheer up!)
Always look on the bright side of life...
Always look on the bright side of life...
(Worse things happen at sea, you know.)
Always look on the bright side of life...
(I mean - what have you got to lose?)
(You know, you come from nothing - you're going back to nothing.
What have you lost? Nothing!)
Always look on the right side of life...

**KingofOldSchool** · 11-14-2005, 11:29 PM

I just want to add some other things.

I had the pleasure of being able to watch Eddie's final match live. And it will be something that will live with me forever. My final images of Eddie are of him smiling and doing his customary "Eddie Shimmie" dance while he was selling Ken kennedy's chair shot.

Eddie is someone that I looked up to, now I'm not saying he was my favorite wrestler of all time. He was one of my favorites at the present time...but I looked up to him because of what he overcame. I look at Eddie and what he's been through and I see a bit of me. Granted I never had an alcohol problem, but I've had my own personal problems that I am trying to overcome. And hearing Eddie's story makes me feel better and gives me hope.

Being a fan of pro wrestling all of my life, I never found an emotional attachment to anyone in particular. Granted I love Ric Flair, my favorite all time, but I never found an emotional attachment to him. The only two wrestlers I've ever attached myself to emotionally are Rey Mysterio Jr. and...Eddie Guerrero.

Rey is because of his size, although I'm a shade taller than him...he is proof that you don't need to be Hulk Hogan's size to be successful. And with Eddie...it's his ability to overcome his problems and become a bigger and better person because of it.

Throughout tonight's Raw, I was teary eyed...I never broke down, but it was a constant two hour eye watery ride. I never did this for any other wrestler who passed on over the years...I don't know when I'll cry over a wrestler again...hopefully not for a while. Yet, Eddie is worth my tears.

To finish, I want to be the type of human being Eddie Guerrero was.

**Yashamaga** · 11-14-2005, 11:39 PM

I'm gonna shoot from the heart and write down what I'm thinking

I've watched you for the last 11 years of my life, eddie.

You were great.

One of a kind in the ring, one of a kind as a man. I'm thinking about you right now and am in tears. I just can't understand it, it seems surreal that you have been taken from us so fucking soon. Right at this moment I feel as if I really know you, as if your not just a character on the tv screen anymore. Man, I've just now realized just how much you meant to me. From the 5 star matches to the golden promos to the smile that lights up the room. As far as your work in the ring there's certain things that distinguishes you from other wrestlers, I just can't explain it in words. From your technical ability to your charisma. Your move where you go for your frog splash and turn in to a rolling senton when the opponet moves, I dont know, just everything about what you did in the ring.

Man, it's just fucking inconceivable to think that I've watched you perform for 11 years, day in and day out and all of a sudden you're raped from the world like that. It's just not fair, amigo.

viva la raza

I love you Eddie

**thecc** · 11-14-2005, 11:44 PM

This is from my journal

I've basically taken the last 36 hours to think of a well written statement to how i feel about the passing of Eddie Guerrero. The fact of the matter is Words really can't express how i feel but i'm going to try.

To me Eddie was someone I could look up to. He battled drug addiction. Won his family and job back. I remember reading the results for no mercy 2004 and seeing that he had finally won the wwe title was an extremely happy moment for me. Then one month later At WMXX when him and Chris Benoit were celebrating in the ring I shed a tear of joy.

My earliest memory of Guerrero was the first time I ever saw nitro. I believe he was wrestling either psicosis of juventud gerrera. I just remember being so interested in him. His style was fresh, like something i've never seen before. Ever since then i've enjoyed just about all of his work.

Watching the raw dedicated to him once again brought tears to my eyes. Seeing people who were closest to him expressing how they felt was very emotional. At some points it was hard to watch because you really don't want to see these guys go through the pain of losing someone close.

This saturday I will be lucky enough to a show that will be a tribute to guerrero and I am going to cheer my lungs out for him. He deserves it. HE worked his ass off for everything he had. His time was way too soon.

Thank you eddie for everything.

11-13-2005, 04:53 PM	#2
Nark Order Soundly Defeated Wadding Posts: 40,590	Even the closest to you never saw it coming Deep emotion swells in us all Devistated by losing such a great man Inspiration is one thing you will a symbol for Excitement was one thing you brought to us Giving everything you had to your audience Understanding why you were put on this earth Entertainment was deep in your blood Rejoiced, we feel to have known you Rewarded, we feel to have watched you perform Even though you may not be with us now Remembered will be your grace, tenacity, and talent Overwhelmed we may be but also happy that you can now main event in heaven. Last edited by Nark Order; 11-13-2005 at 05:17 PM.

11-13-2005, 05:04 PM	#3
Corkscrewed Posts: 18,357	'No, no, not this. This can't be true. This can't be right. No.' It hit me immediately. The full brunt of the meaning, tragedy, and historical significance of this moment hit me like vicious haymaker straight into my gut. That sinking pit in my stomach, that feeling of absolute forlorne despair, focused in the deepest part of my body, that feeling which I had rarely ever felt. That was what anchored me down as I tried to process this information. As silly as it might sound, I hadn't felt this feeling of absolute shock and sadness since the Twin Towers came tumbling down in New York, four years ago. My favorite wrestler in the world, my favorite wrestler ever, was dead. Taken from us in the blink of an eye... or in this case, the sweep of one toothbrush. One moment he was in the prime of his life, full of vigor and vitality. And the next moment, he is looking down upon us all with the same vitality, only one lifetime removed, swept among the ethereal glow of the angels who have greeted him. This is something I will never forget. "Where were you when you found out Eddie Guerrero died?" I was in my USC apartment. Nothing special. But that doesn't lessen the memory, or the pain. How can someone I've never met affect me like so? Some might think this to be silly. "He was only a wrestler." Indeed, it's not like he was the President of the United States, or even a mainstream celebrity. "He competed in something scripted... dare I say, fake." And indeed, professional wrestling is not looked at as a most respectable sport by mainstream society. "You're being silly, getting so worked up for a wrestler." No I'm not. Eddie was not only a great wrestler, he was a great MAN. He was by no means perfect. Certainly, in his youth, his addiction to drugs and alchohol led to the spiral that nearly resulted in his death. He led a life of vice and abuse. He was not an angel for his entire life. And yet, he found redemption. He found resolution. He found... himself. As admirable as a saint may be, a person who has sunken to the lowest depths of immorality and returned to genuinely gain penance and truly change himself for the better may be even more admirable. And that was Eddie. Four years. He had been sober for just a little over four years. And in that four years, he had established a tremendous comeback, going from losing his job and nearly his family to being the greatest champion in the greatest federation of his sport. To fullfilling his lifelong dream. And in four years, he might very well have been on his way to a second tour of duty at the top. Eddie was a true five star wrestler. He could work any match with any man and make it look like a million bucks. He could fly with the luchadores, tackle the grapplers, weave the underdog story against the hosses, work the mic like no other, and entrap you with his charisma. He was an beloved babyface character. He was a despicable heel character. He was a consumate ace in every aspect of wrestling. But even the greatest wrestlers have their demons, and what is most remarkable, above all else, was that he was able to overcome them. That will gain my respect anyday. He recognized his vices. He defeated them. He became a living success story to any person battling addiction. And now his death will become a testimony both to the ravages of addiction and the triumph of overcoming them. After all, in the short four years that he was sober, he was able to accomplish so much. So indellibly much. Though this is personal speculation, the coroner will probably find the result to be heart failure as a result of a combination of past damage from drugs and alcohol and from possible steroid use. And that's a shame, but perhaps we can learn from this, if it indeed is the issue. But this isn't about drugs. Or alcohol. Or any number of bad things he might have done. This is about Eddie. A human being who fell from glory but was able to climb back. He was a precocious boy and a great man, an example of how to conduct oneself both as a wrestler and as a person. I will remember him, not for his vices, but for his victory over his vices. I will remember him for his amazing matches. His priceless promos. His colorful persona. His love and devotion to his family. His quiet, honorable nature. His passion for life. My heart goes out to his wife, Vickie, as well as his three daughters, Shaul, Sherylin, and Katie Marie, and his mother. No parent should have to outlive his or her child. My sympathies to the Guerrero family, and to Eddie's friends. The wrestling world has lost a shining star, a legend, and a great man. Rest in Peace EDDIE GUERRERO 1967 ~ 2005 ============================================== Last edited by Corkscrewed; 11-13-2005 at 05:33 PM.

11-13-2005, 10:45 PM	#10
axel84 Thrown out a window Posts: 451	How I remember Eddie Guerrero Eddie Guerrero, a man known around the world as Latino Heat brought a unique presence to professional wrestling. Performing in the squared circle for two decades, Eddie climbed the ranks at various federations, most notably World Championship Wrestling and WWE, where he entered with several other WCW stars thereafter. A hard loss to Guerrero was the tragic death of his tag team partner Art Barr in 1994. Guerrero was very well known throughout the locker room, and his time in WWE was no exception. As a apart of the Radicals , Guerrero once spoke to the fans at an event about how greatful he was for their support in welcoming him and his friends take on the competition the WWE had to offer. He stayed on the rise, with good friend Chris Benoit. Eddie was joined in his original Latino Heat gimmick with former WWE diva Joanie Laurer (aka Chyna), of which he affectionately referred to as his "Mama Cita!". Following Laurer's departure, Guerrero rose to prominence even more, when Eddie's nephew Chavo, a cruiserweight stand out, joined forces with his uncle as a heel tagteam. Just as equally popular for their antics during shows as they were arguably in real life, the two always had an ace up their sleeve in turning the tables against their opponents, for better or for worse. Though he relished in being a dastardly moustache twirler, Eddie was a beloved husband and father of three children. Coming up in wrestling, he had fought personal demons, which led into a seemingly uncontrollable spiral into substance abuse. Eddie also fought a battle most wrestlers contend with at some point in their careers: injury. Guerrero played face characters as well as heels on numerous occasions, and whatever the occasion, either house show, weekly televised taping, especially pay-per-view, he always knew how to make an entrance. He would ride his stratacaster car onto the path toward the ring, exuding street knowledge, confidence and crassness. Eddie and Chavo's "Los Guerreros" faction were one of the WWE brands more popular heel tag teams, arguably since the likes of Demolition. They were also former tag champions. Rivals and friends, Eddie has encountered both in his days. Among them, Chris Benoit, Chavo, and most recently Rey Mysterio, one of his closest friends. And no matter what, he'd give it his best. One of the greatest comeback stories in the history of wrestling supports this--as Eddie Guerrero defeated Brock Lesnar to become a WWE Heavyweight Champion for the first time in his career at No Way Out against Brock Lesnar. This victory was perhaps one of the most--if not meaningful for Guerrero. It symbolized over coming odds, where his agility, ring smarts, and heart won out over the overbearing advantage of his opponent's endurance, size, and strength. Eddie would later overcome odds of an intimidating Kurt Angle, by disgracing the gold medalist in front of a world wide audience at Wrestlemania XX--retaining the title in the process. Guerrero battled John Bradshaw Layfield in numerous no-holds-barred grudge matches following his run as champion, and at one point managed to grab a memorable upper hand against JBL during a pay-per-view where Eddie battled back against his opponent while drenched and covered tremendously in blood. Eddie, like others in his time, sacrificed his well-being for the business. What seperated himself from others however, was his charasmatic charm, combined with a rapid-fire wit, sly smile and elusive beady eyes that would accompany as salsa-inspired strut that he carried with him in many of his appearances. One of Eddie's final matches, and probably one of his more memorable was against World Champion Dave Batista. In the buildup leading up to the match, in addition to the days after, Batista and Guerrero joined forces, paying respect to one another in the process. Though Eddie walked away without the title, he came out with another admirer and accomplice. And all too soon, in good times and in bad, Eddie's life has come to a close. Known as one of the greatest middleweights professional wrestling has ever seen, Eddie Guerrero was a man of many characters. Masked man. Lothario. Underdog. Conspirator. Family man. Guerrero was a superstar who has been to hell and around, and at times paying the price, while winning some back in the process. Rest in Peace, and may your impact on the sport linger for many years to come. Last edited by axel84; 11-13-2005 at 10:55 PM.

11-14-2005, 06:55 AM	#23
LK It's Clobbering Time! Posts: 5,337	I will remember Eddie like this. About three years ago I went to a house show in Aberdeen, it was a part of the tour after WM 19. The show had a break and then the action resumed. The first match was a tag team match between Eddie and Chavo and WGTT. I found myself watching Eddie most of the time as he constantly kept doing little things that just made me laugh. You know, little cheap shots, taking the tag rope across the top rope so he could tag himself in. This was just a remarkably charismatic man. Eddie was a man that could make people smile, make people laugh and make people cry. I think it is safe to say that the image of Eddie and Benoit at WM 20 as the two champions is something people who watch wrestling will always remember. I know I will. So Eddie, here's to you, a great performer and a brilliant man. May you rest in peace and no matter what, everyone will always remember Latino Heat. *The Best in the World!* Last edited by LK; 11-15-2005 at 08:16 PM.

11-14-2005, 03:59 PM	#33
Mr. Nerfect Posts: 61,510	I didn't know Eddie as a person, so this isn't really a personal loss to me, but there is no doubting Eddie was a great entertainer, and that is something I can comment on. Every night Eddie went out there, he got a crowd reaction among the best in the industry. Every night he went out there his facial expressions and promos were among the best of anyone in the industry. Every night he went out there his wrestling skills were among the best of anyone in the industry. There is no doubt that Eddie was among the best in the industry. I have no idea of the circumstances surrounding Eddie's death, but I have no doubt he is in Heaven right now, listening to the whole world chanting "Eddie! Eddie!" in unison. Where else could he be? Eddie would have shown up to the Pearl Gates, and even if he committed the worst crime in the history of mankind, all he would need to do is give that mischievous smirk and they wouldn't have been able to turn him away. Eddie was always a charming character. Eddie, Rest in Peace. Viva La Raza. Last edited by Mr. Nerfect; 11-14-2005 at 05:04 PM.

11-13-2005, 05:08 PM	#4
The Fugitive Posts: 1,907	He lied, he cheated, he stole, and we loved him for it. Rest in Peace, Eddie.

11-13-2005, 05:17 PM	#5
Sting Fan Blander Than Ever Posts: 3,092	Some of us lie, some of us cheat and some of us steal, and yet still maybe those who lie, those who cheat and those who steal are really the best of us in disguise. As we go through life we all face our demons, some of us crumple under the great weight and die, others shrug it off and move on, these people are the weak and the strong respectively. Yet still there are others, there are the men who appear weak and get dragged down, they fall into a pit of drugs, despair and hate for themselves and finally they hit the bottom. Then those men look up and see where they once were, they see the greatness they were owed and slowly they drag themselves out of there hole and back into greatness. These people aren’t weak, these people aren’t strong, these people are truly great, these people are inspirational, these people are superhuman. Those people don’t just get up and help themselves though, oh no. Those people tell there story and they inspire us to greatness, those people are the people who grab you by the collar and drag you too your feet in times of need. Those people are superhumanly strong because with there story we become inspired and we become great. The world lost a great soul today, a man who we all owed a lot too for the inspiration and entertainment he provided us, Viva La Razza, Lie Cheat and Steal all you want my friend because you were a better man than I will ever be. RIP Eddie Maineventer in my heart and mind forever.

11-13-2005, 05:18 PM	#6
KingofOldSchool ...IN HD!!!! Posts: 23,327	Eddie was a man that everyone should strive to be like. Like all all of us, he's made mistakes. However, he rose above and changed his life around. He overcame so much in his life, but yet gained more in return. For all of his alcohol and drug addictions, he had thousands of fans who would pay money to see him put on one hell of a show. And when Eddie walked through that curtain, he gave fans so much so many times that it started his downward spiral. Once he saw how his actions were affecting his loved ones, he knew it was time for a change. He cleaned up...became sober and then went on to become the most popular wrestler in the World for a good year and a half. He finally reached the top of wrestling, doing something that many people said he could never do...main event. And while he was main eventing arenas all over the World, he managed to be a father and a husband as well. While most wrestlers can't keep a marriage going, Eddie kept his going. Although his wife should be the one being praised for that...Eddie should be praised to be smart enough to realize the kind of family he had and wanted to change his life around so he wouldn't lose what he had going. Eddie should be a role model to every person who has had any kind of addiction or life threatening problem. Eddie is proof that you can overcome anything. Maybe, it was just Eddie's time to go. He just hit the 4 year sobriety mark, he has helped create a family who will carry on the Guerrero legacy...albeit it not in wrestling, but the Guerrero family is still a great family. And he also left the wrestling world as someone adored by the majority of wrestling fans. Instead of going out a heel that people loved to hate, he died a babyface...someone people love to love. He was respected and loved by his peers, guys like Chris Benoit...Dean Malenko...Rey Mysterio Jr....and his nephew Chavo. Eddie is and forever will be a great man.

11-13-2005, 05:24 PM	#7
Cool King King K Cool Posts: 28,472	Lie, Cheat And Steal. I wish this was a LIE, that you are gone. But I feel CHEATed, that you were taken so early. But Death did STEAL you from us, and we all hate him for it. I'll do a better one later.

11-13-2005, 05:25 PM	#8
Angelina2K Lil Miss Fly Posts: 734	Words can to be placed to what the lost of Eddie means to not only the wrestling word, but the world in general So Rare is it that a person can fight such personal demons and over come them. He was truly an insperation to any person. Lets us remember Eddie for his strong man he was, For his ability to over come the odds, his ability to entertain and bring a smile to your face. To Eddie Guerrero, a true fighter, may his memory stay strong in our minds and may he Rest In Peace

11-13-2005, 05:44 PM	#9
Marcyo Viva la Raza Posts: 3,539	To a man that always gathered cheers or heat from any crowd. To a man that was a great champion. To a man who carried the face of the company during a while. To a man that was among the best actors. To a man that was appreciated by every true wrestling fan. To a man that has managed to fight off his inside demons. To a man that was a husband and the father of three children. To a man who will be missed by everyone... forever. To you, Eddie Guerrero... THANK YOU. Thank you for all those great moments, for these fantastic matches, for these hilarous angles. Thank you for everything you did in that ring, backstage, wherever. Thank you for having been what you have been during your entire life. Thank you so much for everything you've done. You will be remembered as a fantastic wrestler, as a man with a great heart, as a legend. We all looked up to you, we all still look up to you. Rest in peace, Eddie Guerrero.

11-13-2005, 10:56 PM	#11
Destor I am the cheese Posts: 51,428	Eddie, I've never believed in long winded goodbyes. I would mourn you, Eddie, but threw the grace of God we have been granted eternal life. I would be sad, but I realize you had salvation threw our Lord and savior Jesus Christ. I'll pray for your family. I hope they find comfort in your salvation as I have. Goodbye for now, when we meet in Heaven I'll have plenty to say to you.

11-13-2005, 11:55 PM	#12
mike627 Posts: 856	I really can't add anything to what has already been said so, all I will say is RIP Latino Heat...

11-13-2005, 11:56 PM	#13
the Master-brock The Gold Coasts semi-mark Posts: 26	Eddie, you selflessly gave us everything that you had to give... we loved you for it, and we know you loved us too.. you taught us about life thought your experiences in life, and we're better for it.. you're in a better place now, and we're glad for it We love you Eddie .. and we'll miss you and what you are so much

11-14-2005, 01:02 AM	#14
FourFifty As over as Crystal Pepsi Posts: 21,639	I can't say anything that hasn't already been said. I'm not a writer. I'm not a poet. I'm not a friend. I'm not family. I'm just a fan. And for that I am eternally greatful. Thank you, Eddie. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

11-14-2005, 01:16 AM	#15
James Steele TPWW's HHH Mark Since '04 Posts: 29,886	I suggest you all go to www.eddicts.com and email your eulogies to Eddie to the site so they can post it on there.

11-14-2005, 01:18 AM	#16
Heyman Father of Hinduship Posts: 21,083

11-14-2005, 02:03 AM	#17
O.G Loc i'll pimp anything. Posts: 255	Growing up in the hood with all the crack dealers was tough, but as tough as dealing with Eddie's past demons. Dont do Drugs. Drugs are bad. Rest in Peace

11-14-2005, 02:06 AM	#18
James Steele TPWW's HHH Mark Since '04 Posts: 29,886	I know this is going to be long winded, but I think that this will truly show us how many lives Eddie truly touched. These are messeges e-mailed to www.eddicts.com in an extremely short amount of time. (Eddie's site wasn't updated until sometmie in the afternoon on Sunday.) `````````````` In Memory Of Eddie http://www.eddicts.com/rip_eddie.htm

11-14-2005, 02:36 AM	#19
FourFifty As over as Crystal Pepsi Posts: 21,639

11-14-2005, 03:50 AM	#20
What Would Kevin Do? Ninja Mod, Esquire Posts: 12,676	The worst part is, it's still not really clicking. Even now, reading everything, and looking at all of the tribute pictures, you can't help but think it's not real. You think that you just saw him a few days ago, that he looked so healthy, that he was young, etc. It's hard to grasp that outside of taped footage, we will never see Eddie again. If it wasn't for the sadness that I'm feeling, I don't think I'd believe it at all. He had a lot of life ahead of him, and it's a shame he didn't get to live it, especially after everything he fought through... Then again, at least he lived to see brighter days, and was fortunate enough to have those 4 sober years at the end, with his family, with his success, with his fans, in control of his life. Most people couldn't accomplish what Eddie did, or live the life he did in two lifetimes, let alone do it in 38 years, and I think that speaks bounds about the type of man Eddie Geurrero was. Thank you Eddie. Thank you for doing what you loved. Thank you for taking us along with you. Thank you for the memories we will take along with us.

11-14-2005, 05:35 AM	#21
Pinnacle Charisma Posts: 1,981	I logged onto msn and one of wrestling mates had his nickname as �Farewell Eddie�. I was hoping that it wasn�t my Eddie and someother Eddie he knew. I was gutted. I felt empty. The man was one of my favourites. It was such a tragic death in a man in his prime of his life. Deepest regards to his wife, his two daughters and Chavo. I know this may sound gay and all but I remember watching a wrestlemania 20 commercial on a wwe dvd. It was the one where it had the likes of Brock, Jericho, Hbk and HHH working out or getting ready for a match. The voiceover guy was talking over this footage and saying inspiring stuff but one thing he said always stuck in my mind. �We are all mortal. One day we will die but what matters most is the legacy we leave behind�. Not many people let alone wrestlers have achieved what Eddie has. He was wwe champion on perhaps the biggest ppv of all time. But not only that. He touched the hearts of millions everywhere. He had fans in every part of the world. A lot of celebrities become popular though their movies, songs or their looks. Not Eddie. People fell in love with Eddie for his personality first and foremost He had a loving and carefree personality that people loved. He has the special ability to connect with us. It felt like I had lost a family member rather than a wrestler I hardily knew that lived half way across the world such was his warming personality. Not many people get to experience 40,000 people screaming their name. You may be gone Eddie but your legacy will be remembered. And when you think about it that�s one of the greatest things that can happen to anyone.

11-14-2005, 05:36 AM	#22
Pinnacle Charisma Posts: 1,981	I wrote my above post in latino heat green as a tribute to Edwardo

11-14-2005, 08:30 AM	#24
Loose Cannon I'm all there is Posts: 31,811	typed something, but pressed backspace by accident and it's lost I'll have a nice tribute to him up later on the front page and I'll link this thread to my post.

11-14-2005, 09:11 AM	#25
The Fox �WWE Girl� Posts: 134	Your Latino Heat will never fade in my heart Eddie Eddie thank you for some of my most memorable wrestling memories,for the matches you made reality,the backstage interviews that you made that much funnier. The way you stole my boredom and put a smile on my face! The way cheated to victory in the sweatest way. And how much I wiss it was a lie that you are gone... Rest in peace Eddie!

11-14-2005, 10:39 AM	#26
Morgan Backlund Authorised Posts: 978	I've only known Eddie's work in WWE, but from those few years, I've become convinced eddie was one of the only who could call themselves the complete package. A man who could make the crowd eat out of the palm of his hand, or make them hate him, but no matter what, would always have the crowds respect.It is a massive loss to the wrestling world, not to be able to see him anymore, and to the world itself to lose such a good person. My sincerest condolences go out to his family who have suffered the biggest loss of all, and that the millions of fans of Eddie guerrero support them in this sad time. Thank you eddie for everything, and all the memories you've left us. It's posted in the sticky thread as well. It's nothing compared to the things you guys have written and its pretty beautiful what you've written too. Some great tributes to a great man.

11-14-2005, 01:04 PM	#27
mrslackalack Mr. Slack A Lack Jack! Posts: 4,390	We'll never forget you Eddie! your matches, funny promos were the best. You will be truly missed not only as a wrestler but a person. You are in a better place than all of us.

11-14-2005, 01:32 PM	#28
Just John Kiss the blade Posts: 8,284	... It's such a shame, to hear this news, whether it was heel or face, Eddie played the part brilliantly, I heard he was a great person outsode of the ring too, I tryed to watch some tapes of his matches at wrestlemania, and just seeing his entrance, makes me stop the tape and not bother, it's very hard to watch a man entering the arena in a lowrider with a big smile on his face without thinking that he was never aware at this time he would be dead. It's hard to see someone so alive be so dead, I was a great fan of eddie as a face, he brought charisma and happiness to his match, and looked genuinley looked happy to be entertaining the fans in the way that he did, it was his dream to wrestle, it it's such a shame to take that dream away from him in a hotel room somewhere with no warning. The pinnacle of Eddies career was when he hit the big time and got the title and was face, and as much as it pains me to say, Eddie faded away, it's a shame he didn't get one last energy fuelled pop before he left us. Thank you Eddie for making me dislike you and making me adore you. Thanks for showing that you dont have to be big to get the gold And I thank you for entertaining us, Eddie, you put the E in WWE Ladies & Gentlemen: Eddie Guerrero

11-14-2005, 02:11 PM	#29
Cactus Sid Smashing Blouse Posts: 7,800	I had the privilege of seeing Eddie Guerrero in action at Wrestlemania XX and the memory of he and Chris Benoit stood in the ring at the end of the night is one that I will never forget.... A man who proved that no matter how far down you get knocked, whatever happens in your life and as hard as things get, whether external issues or your own demons....you can bounce back. Eddie Guerrero should be seen as an inspiration to everyone. His death has shocked everyone to the very core, a man who put smiles on the faces of all those who had the opportunity to see or meet him, a man who was one of the greatest entertainers in the world, taken away in his prime. Sometimes there is just no justice in this world. Thank you for all the memories Eddie, may God love and protect your family in this difficult time, help them through everything ahead, and let them know that everyone is thinking of them. Today we mourn one of the greats Adios Amigo R.I.P

11-14-2005, 03:03 PM	#30
addy2hotty yes. yes. yes. Posts: 2,753	I never saw ECW or WCW, but I remember seeing Eddie Guerrero's WWF debut. He, along with Chris Benoit, Dean Malenko and Perry Saturn, interfered in a match and Eddie hit the Road Dogg with a frog splash. I remember 'marking out' for the first time in a long time. I was bewildered by these wrestlers, but most especially by this guy who had done the craziest frog splash I'd seen. Then, on SD, he dislocated his elbow doing the same move - being put on the injured list for the first stage of his WWF career. He played the heel role well from this point, just his presence, his look, his evil arrogant smile driving the crowd to boo levels the likes of which I'd only seen with the McMahons. Eddie had a new fan. I've always been fascinated by the way a wrestler plays the crowd, and as a heel, Eddie was, in my opinion, as good as it gets. His ability in the role was certainly greater than his peers, some of which could never quite be believed as the bad guy. His range of ability in the role ranged from the typical cocky version, to the evil, maniacal version. Either way, he portrayed this character to perfection. I had problems similar to Eddie in my personal life around the time he returned to the WWE. I watched and took amazing inspiration from his recovery, his belief and desire to be a good father, to be a good husband, to be a good person again and to fight his way to the top of his profession. I wanted to recover and believe like he did. That salvation was round the corner. That a bit of support, a goal and belief could carry you from the darkness. He succeeded, as did I. I watched on as Eddie rose to the very pinnacle of what he did. He made me laugh, made me frustrated, the businesses apparent unwillingness to let him lead made me frustrated. He returned home to El Paso for a Smackdown event, and the crowd welcomed him as a sporting hero - with a reception that still to this day is unparalleled. We all have our favourite wrestlers, but Eddie, to me was a different type of favourite wrestler. You never knew where Latino Heat stopped and Eddie Guerrero began. That was the skill that the man possessed. When Eddie won the WWE Championship from Brock Lesnar, I shed a tear of happiness - he'd fought, he'd battled and beaten his demons and DESERVED his moment. Unfortunately Eddie didn't believe in his undoubted ability. Another issue I could relate to. I would like to believe that he'd finally beaten those demons. And that the title match that he was due to participate in would have been another victory for Eddie against them. I only saw Eddie wrestle twice - once at WM17 in a match against Test, and once in the UK (where I'm from) vs Luther Reigns at a SD taping in Manchester. Both times he amazed me, entertained me, and made me smile. Eddie Guerrero will live with me, and in the hearts and minds of millions forever. He will be remembered as one of, if not the greatest entertainer to have ever graced the world of wrestling. My thoughts are with his family, his wife and his children. I hope they will grow up to hear the stories, see the video and have the memories of the man Eddie Guerrero was. An inspiration. One day I hope I can thank him.

11-14-2005, 03:35 PM	#31
AJHayes I've got that Nerd Rage. Posts: 1,230	I can't say anything really poetic about this.. But, I have a little story about Eddie. I was in very bad shape during my time in the military and for awhile afterward. I was basically an alcoholic. It was a really ugly time for me, and over the summer, I bought the Eddie Guerrero DVD. Being that I really enjoy most of his matches, the purchase made sense. He helped me clean myself up, in the sense that it really helped to know that there was another person going through a similar issue. I feel bad for never being able to say thank you Eddie. You, along with 2-3 of my friends helped to get me out of the bottom of a bottle. Rest in Peace.

11-14-2005, 03:40 PM	#32
Evil Vito President of Freedonia Posts: 58,316	Eddie, I've had the pleasure of watching you perform since I started watching WCW in late 1998. Although I was very young at the time and didn't realize it until much later, you were ALWAYS an amazing performer. I had the privelege of seeing you compete live and in-person in March of this year at a Smackdown house show, and you put on an amazing performance. The whole crowd was on your side, and even though you were the face, I completely believe that we would still cheer you as a heel. THat is merely a testament to your greatness. You are a true hero, and your life was an inspirational story to anyone who feels that they cannot achieve their dreams. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends during these difficult times, and I hope that I can be as strong and as good a man as you were. I wish to thank you up in Heaven one day, but for now this will have to do: Thank you Eddie Guerrero, for all of the memories that you have provided to the fans you lived to entertain, and for being an all-around loveable guy. God Bless and Rest in Peace.

11-14-2005, 05:11 PM	#34
SuperSlim Oh Sht* Posts: 19,302	I'm just going to repost what I said in the other thread since I don't what more to say. In the night sky there is always one star One star that outhines them all One star that is brightest It illuminates such radiancy You can't help but notice it But once that star is gone You know it You feel it You miss it Knowing it won't be back. You wish it wasn't gone You wish it was still there One more time Just to see it one more time Once more. The memory will never be forgotten Will always be remembered In our eyes In our minds In our hearts Eddie was that star Taken away in his prime Although he is not with us He will always be remembered Never forgotten May you rest in peace For your memory Your legacy Will never die But will always live on. Goodbye Eddie.

11-14-2005, 07:33 PM	#35
Karlsberg R.I.P Latino Heat Posts: 304	In many ways I still have a feeling or a sense of numbness regarding the loss of Eddie, I wish this was some sort of sick joke and that you will be turning up on Smackdown in one of your low riders but I know that is not the case. Although there will be no new matches or fantastic promo's to look forward to you have left your millions of fans with memories which will never fade away. As special as you were when it came to performing it seems you were even more remarkable as just a human being. The way you have overcome the obstacles and demons you have faced in your life should stand as an inspiration to others around the world that life is indeed worth living and has been made even more enjoyable by your mere presence. At this time my thoughts go out to your family and friends who are experiencing a personal loss the rest of us can not comprehend. Goodbye Eddie you are gone but you will never be forgotten, there is only one Latino Heat.

11-14-2005, 07:53 PM	#36
Rain Man MoeFREAK Posts: 1,682	First wrestler to ever die in my lifetime of watching wrestling... Probably one of the most shocking things I have ever seen when I went onto WWE.com.. All time favorite match all time: Eddie Guerrero-Kurt Angle Wrestlemania 20 RIP Eddie... You were the best...