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Sean Curtin III

1941 - 2016

Sean Curtin III obituary, 1941-2016, Englewood, CO

BORN

1941

DIED

2016

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Starks & Menchinger Chapel - Saint Joseph

2650 Niles Rd

Saint Joseph, Michigan

Sean Curtin Obituary

Curtin III, Sean Age 74, of Buchanan, passed away at Lakeland Medical Center-St. Joseph on Thursday, August 11, 2016. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to an underprivileged boxing gym in your area. Those wishing to sign Sean's guestbook may do so online at www.starks-menchinger.com. Sean was born on October 13, 1941 in Chicago, IL. He attended high school until he joined the United States Army, where he was a boxer. In 1987, he met Patricia Daniels, they married on May 2, 2001 in Reno, NV. Sean worked as the Boxing Commissioner for the State of Illinois for 15+ years. His dedication to Boxing began as a child and continued throughout his lifetime. He was highly respected for his integrity and dedication. Ten bell. He won the National Golden Glove officiating. He ran the CYO for 20 years. Sean was a boxer who loved spending time in the ring, an author of two Chicago Boxing books, a referee, a judge, a time keeper and a historian on boxing. Sean is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Daniels Curtin; daughters, Kelly (Jerald) Gaskin and Sandi Zelkoff; grandchildren, Ciara, Aiden Cian Gaskin, Jason (Allie) Ketelaar, Sasha Ketelaar; great-grandson, Lee Ketelaar; sister, Belle (Donald) Finfer; stepbrother, Howard (Connie) Reicheneker; brother-in-law, Thomas Daniels; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, June Herringshaw; and endearing aunt, Dorothy Hertell.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 16, 2016.

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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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