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Mar 26, 2012

Bert Sugar: 1937-2012


S/Sgt. Michael "Mike" Anthony Lacche (La'KAY), United States Army Welterweight Base Boxing Champion, Fort Kamehameha, Hawaii, 1942.Mike Lacche Boxing sends our condolences to the family of Bert Sugar, the great, larger-than-life, boxing writer who passed away over the weekend at the age of 75.

Bert Sugar shared a passion for the sport of boxing and brought in countless new fans to the sport - while also preserving the feel of yesteryear boxing, when fans sat around the radio or television to follow their favorite boxers contend for a title.

In one of many examples of his generosity of time; Bert Sugar called into Oregon sports radio this last year to share memories of Ali - Frazier and other classics he covered.

Humble, focused and a true professional -- Bert Sugar was one of the good guys. At his family's request, donations may be made to the Boxing Hall of Fame.