Sadly, Joe Frazier, the heavyweight boxing legend died Monday evening at the age of 67. Frazier death comes quickly on the heels of the announcement that he was afflicted with liver cancer, and that doctors were not optimistic about his future. This Philadelphia icon and boxing Hall of Fame legend will be remembered most for his epic defeat of Ali, but there was a lot more to Joe Frazier. He gave a lot to his community, and one of Philadelphia's favorite sons will definitely be missed.
For me, I will remember growing up and viewing Joe Frazier as a great boxer, one of the legends of the sport, and it was him and Ali who first got me interested in boxing. I remember seeing some footage of their old fights and just being so impressed by how much passion and drive both men brought to the sport. I remember being inspired by their tenacity, exuberance, and flamboyance.
Rest in peace Joe Frazier. Your legend will live on well beyond you, and you will be remembered.
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