Houston, TX (WBEN) Ezra Castro, the Bills superfan known as Pancho Billa, lost his battle with cancer on Tuesday.
Our hearts broken as we have lost our dear brother ezra "Pancho Billa" this morning. We are thankful and forever grateful for all the love and support during this journey. Ezra was surrounded by family and loved ones. At this time we ask for privacy as we mourn our loss.
— Pancho Billa (@PanchoBilla1)
May 14, 2019 Castro was 39. He once said he chose his favorite football team based on the colors closest to the Mexican flag of red, white and green. He chose the Bills over other NFL teams with the red, white and blue color scheme.
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 He was president of the Bills Backers of Dallas/Fort Worth.
Last year, he was chosen to lead a group of 50 Bills fans at the NFL draft and announced a pick.
A Bills fan through-and-through, and an inspiration to us all.Pancho Billa, we’ll miss you. #VivaLosBills #BillsMafia pic.twitter.com/yUDafu7m4O
— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills)
May 14, 2019 A petition has started to get the Bills to sign Castro to a one day contract.
