I would first like to thank the man upstairs, for it is the Lord who brought me into this world and the reason I am alive today. My mother Jeone and father Eddie Sr. have supported me every step of the way. My brother Eddie Jr., and sister in-law Amelia have always been in my corner win, lose or draw. My childhood pal Greg Hance, the man who supported and encouraged me to turn professional. My amateur coaches Raul Luna (RIP) and Pat Olguin. The Sanchez family members who have supported and believed in me since the beginning. Dave Sanphy the men who brought me world wide recognition over night. My Godmother (Nina Kathy). My spiritual friend Lawrence Pacheco who guided me through my tough times. My grandmother Eva who's prayers help me survive. Dr. Michael Jackson and Ron Marinaccio, true friends who have taught me about life and its many challenges. My lawyers Charles Cump, Peter Albani and Laura Page who protect me from the many challenges thrown at me just for being a pro fighter. My God daughter Jazzy and nephew Adrian and of course my two sons Hunter Sanchez and Frankie Lakota Sanchez Jr. who give me the power to fight another day. My wife Darleen for all the support and who I love very much. My sponsors who supported me in the past Dave Sanphy (Surreal Productions), James Espinosa (Esque Wear), Brian Caldwell (H-townfitness.com), Craig Sotto. Also to everyone who has believed in me and to the many who think I have forgotten them, don't worry, you are in my prayers every day. Remember to live each day to the fullest because today could be our last.

I want to thank all of you for having a great impact on my life, for it is all of you who helped make me become the man I am today. My grandfather Don –Phil-O-Meno Sanchez and my old pals Frank Pena and Ron Marinaccio, I miss you guys, rest in peace