El Paso, Texas Officially Declares November 18th as “Eddie Guerrero Day”

As noted before, the city of El Paso, Texas was scheduled to hold a ceremony on November 18th to officially declare the day in honor of the late WWE Hall of Famer and wrestling legend Eddie Guerrero.

The El Paso city government held a city council meeting on Tuesday that was livestreamed on YouTube to officially declare November 18th as “Eddie Guerrero Day” in the city going forward.

Councilwoman Maldonado Rocha led a proclamation for the ceremony stating:

“We honor one of El Paso’s greatest sons, Eddie Guerrero.

Gosh, I want to get emotional. A legend whose passion, pride, and unmistakable spirit carried the name of this city onto a global stage. And Eddie didn’t just perform for millions, he represented us. He showed the world the heart of El Paso, the resilience, being humble, fiercely loyal, and full of fun and fire. Even 20 years after his passing, his influence continues to shape the wrestling world.

Eddie Guerrero’s journey of faith, redemption, and perseverance made him a symbol of humility, resilience, and hope, proving that true strength lies not only in victory but in overcoming adversity. The city of El Paso proudly honors Eddie Guerrero’s enduring legacy as a hometown hero and cultural icon.”

Guerrero’s daughter Sherilyn gave a speech before the city council members and crowd thanking the city’s mayor and council for the honor. Sherilyn also stated that she was starting her wrestling journey as a third generation Guerrero and her plans to carry on the wrestling legacy of her family and father.

“When you hear or learn about Eddie Guerrero, we know he went through tough times. We knew wrestling was his ultimate passion but most importantly, we knew his love for the city of El Paso and the people in it. Whether he was traveling and telling people about the city or coming home, to meeting El Paso natives, my dad lit up and he truly had his cup filled when doing so.

El Paso is a catalyst in keeping my father’s name alive and I along with my family have admired witnessing the love and passion the city holds for him and for the Guerreros in general.

Now as I start my wrestling journey as a third generation Guerrero, not only do I plan to carry on the wrestling legacy but I vow to be the next Guerrero that implements and reflects the heart and person that my dad was in the ring and outside of the ring.

November 13th, I lost a father but we all lost somebody we looked up to. Being here today, I think we can say Eddie Guerrero is more than alive and he still lives on. And I hope that when you all think of Eddie Guerrero, you know and you think of how much he loved El Paso. Thank you. And Viva La Raza!”

The official proclamation announcement takes place at around the one hour mark in the video from Tuesday’s livestream session.

Transcript h/t: F4WOnline.com