Claim: Professional wrestling memorial shows are interpromotional events held in memory of wrestling personalities, the proceeds of which are generally donated to a charity and are organized by individual promoters such as Dale Martin or by wrestling federations, such as World Championship Wrestling.
Evidence: These shows were often held as a form of supercard, a major wrestling event not aired on pay-per-view, and sometimes resulted interpromotional shows. Memorial shows have been historically important in the history of professional wrestling, usually held in memory of a recently deceased wrestler, promoter or other well-known personality, and used to pay tribute to a particular individual's accomplishments and contributions to the industry. The proceeds are generally donated to family members or charitable organizations. Dale Martin Promotions World Class Championship Wrestling