BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Tributes are pouring in honoring Pancho Billa following news of his death.
Buffalo Bills owner Kim Pegula posted on Twitter that "Pancho was a pillar of positive strength and energy for me and all of #BillsMafia. He’s been a tremendous inspiration for our team. I was fortunate enough to spend time with him and get to know his story. My heart goes out to his children, friends and family. Viva Los Bills!"
Pancho was a pillar of positive strength and energy for me and all of #BillsMafia. He’s been a tremendous inspiration for our team. I was fortunate enough to spend time with him and get to know his story. My heart goes out to his children, friends and family. Viva Los Bills! pic.twitter.com/UFBVMjMWDd
— Kim Pegula (@KimPegula) May 14, 2019
Former Bills wide receiver Stevie Johnson also tweeted about the passing of Pancho Billa. "Big salute to @BuffaloBills and that loyal fambase y’all have. Y’all went above & beyond to uplift the fan. That reciprocation is shown throughout the Buffalo community. Love it or hate it. #Billsmafia4Life #VivaLosBills
Big salute to @BuffaloBills and that loyal fambase y’all have. Y’all went above & beyond to uplift the fan. That reciprocation is shown throughout the Buffalo community. Love it or hate it. #Billsmafia4Life 🤜🏾🤛🏼 #VivaLosBills🖤 pic.twitter.com/xCUoz7avhz
— STVN (@StevieJohnson13) May 14, 2019
Johnson was one of many former and current players to react:
Through misty eyes,I SEE CLEARLY what @nfl does 4 people like #PanchoBilla🙏🏾Football is more then a game,it’s FAMILY.The loss of this #BillsMafia member hurts,but we must keep his legacy alive.A legacy of community through love for our team @BuffaloBills @Fred22Jackson #RIPPancho pic.twitter.com/vUZvzrvGGj
— Andre Reed (@Andre_Reed83) May 14, 2019
Heavy hearts in Buffalo today as we pray for Pancho and his family. We will never lose your spirit, and the inspiration you shared with us. Pancho Power Forever! #VivaLosBills pic.twitter.com/9SYljbStV8
— Josh Allen (@JoshAllenQB) May 14, 2019
Rest in paradise Pancho ❤️ #VivaLosBills
— Jordan poyer (@J_poyer21) May 14, 2019
Thank you #PanchoBilla , a true Rider and fighter for himself and for the #BuffaloBills organization. You Will forever be apart of 716, and the 716 will forever be apart of you. Rest Easy #Pancho The fight Continues #YouAlreadyShnow pic.twitter.com/frpmdZyuz9
— Dion Dawkins (@DDawkins66) May 14, 2019