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Hillari Hunter
August 7, 2025
I was organizing my books recently, and I found one of the boxing books that Sean co-authored. I still miss him. Sean was a great guy.
Doug Emery
August 7, 2022
RIP my friend. You are missed
Mark Kosevich
August 7, 2020
Thanks for the friendship, the advise, and for being there for me in 1989, when we won the Golden Gloves title together. I'll always remember you Sean.
Mark K.
September 8, 2018
A good friend and boxing mentor. We won a golden glove championship together back in 1989, my last fight. He was great in the corner , a great referee , and a great friend. Chicago boxing will never be the same without him. R.I.P. Sean.
Traci Ondrey
August 23, 2016
Pat,
I am so very sorry - I can't imagine the depth of your loss. You know I adored Sean, and have the GREATEST memories of you two picking me up at Meigs and then lunch was always an adventure! Sean knew every amazing local place and knew everybody! He was funny, outgoing, caring and so dang sweet! I truly enjoyed my first boxing match - front row seats too! I miss you, Pat, and please take comfort in your family, friends, pets and the wonderful, wonderful memories you have.
Huge hugs,
Traci Ondrey
August 18, 2016
Rusty you are in my prayers. We grew up as kids and had great times.God Bless my friend.
August 18, 2016
My condolences for your loss. "May the Lord of peace himself give you peace constantly in every way..." (2 Thessalonians 3:16)
E.W, Illinois
August 18, 2016
So very sorry for your loss. I know God will help you to endure because he cares for you ( 1Peter 5 : 7 ).
Doug Emery
August 16, 2016
Boxing will be a bit poorer for Sean's passing and those of us in the sport are richer for knowing him. I will miss his humor and just sitting around shooting the breeze. My condolences to the family and you are all in my thoughts and prayers
Hillari Hunter
August 16, 2016
A good man. Always greeting me warmly whenever we would run into each other. He will be missed greatly.
Fc
August 16, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. John 6:44
Vince Hudson
August 16, 2016
My condolences to friends and family of our good friend. He will be truly missed by many for the many things he's done that many don't even know about.Personally he always found time to be there for my family whenever there was a family function going on. In Chicago boxing we lost a legend to the sport a historian a great piece thats been missing since you left the city. Sean you will be missed but never forgotten.Your friend Vince Rock Hudson and Family.
Orlando Johnson
August 16, 2016
To the family I send my condolence, boxing has lost a great man who loved the sport. Sean was my friend, mentor, teacher and more, he will truly be missed. R.I.H my friend, I'm sure God is very pleased of you and all you did, what a wonderful man you were.
August 16, 2016
My condolences to family and friends. May you find comfort in reading Matt 5:4 in this time of sorrow.
Don Lenza
August 16, 2016
I had the privilege of knowing Sean for decades. Still not enough time. Thank you for the time we had.
Juan Mascorro
August 15, 2016
To the family of Sean. Our prayers and best wishes to you and all. The Tulip City Athletic/Sakwamdo Boxing Club, Holland, MI, Coaches Juan Mascorro, Emmett Jefferson, Sakwsm Heath, Ruby Quintero and the Boxers.
martin tunney
August 13, 2016
Sean ,
The boxing history that you are taking to your grave is unparalled and Chicago boxing has lost a true chieften . Your legacy will live through the ages with the great books you put your heart and soul in .
Bill Luna
August 13, 2016
My dear Boxing Amigo, I remember our time in Germany with Barney, boxing and coming back to one day teach the sport we loved so much. Also remember the Blue Grotto there and you learning Spanish from us. I know you're with Barney in that boxing ring in the sky. I will miss and remember you always.
August 13, 2016
RIP Sean. A great friend for over 50 years.
Cheryl Lynn
August 13, 2016
My sincere condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time.
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