Sad to announce the passing of former welterweight world champion Tony DeMarco at the age of 89. Hall of Famer DeMarco was a big draw in New England and headlined many times in the old Boston Garden, where in 1955 he dethroned Johnny Saxton to win the world title. He lost the belt two months later in a war with Carmen Basilio. DeMarco was an icon in Boston. There is a street named after him and a statue located in Boston’s historic North End. He retired in 1962 with a record of 58-12-1, 33 KOs and was a popular personality on the local boxing scene for many decades.
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Rest in Peace Tony DeMarco. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen
What a life! Well done Tony DeMarco! Rest easy!
Rest In Peace dear friend. God Bless you and your loved ones…
he could go with any top fighter today in his weight class
R.I.P champ..