Emile Griffith

1938–2013 (age 75)

Professional boxer

Biography

Emile Griffith was a consummate professional boxer whose talent, determination, and sportsmanship earned him admiration in and out of the ring. His skill brought joy to fans worldwide while his resilience and humility inspired others to strive for greatness.

He rests at Saint Michael's Cemetery, leaving behind a legacy celebrated by both the boxing community and the many lives he touched along the way.

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