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Bob Sheridan
1944 - 2023
Bob Sheridan
1944 - 2023
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BORN
1944
DIED
2023
Bob Sheridan Obituary
"Colonel" Bob Sheridan was a boxing and MMA commentator who broadcast more than 10,000 fights for radio and television and was called the "Voice of Boxing."
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M
October 16, 2023
Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this difficult period.
Jeanie Fairchild
October 5, 2023
My spouse and I met Bob very briefly near the end of his time here. His larger-than-life personality captivated me. And although we only knew each other a very short amount of time, I like to think of him as a dear friend. I loved, Bob, and am shocked and sadden at his passing. This world lost an incredible soul.
Victor Esposito
October 4, 2023
I met General Bob Sheridan at Las Vegas Harry Reid airport by chance not very long ago (Aug 30, 2023). At first he was just talking to some guy that happened to know who he was, eventually me and several other strangers joined together in listening to him in the lobby. It was an early bird flight home, really enjoyed listening to everything he had to say. He had this presence about him that engaged, uplifted , and inspired, everyone around him. Filled with great stories and character, he quoted something someone else once said "Man is the architect of his own future." I had no idea who he was until after I left the airport and googled him at his request after shaking his hand. Turns out he was a legendary boxing commentator, which was quite the coincidence considering how much I was always respected the sport of boxing deep in my heart. Not only that, but he commentated historic Tyson fights! My favorite boxer ever.I told him about my grandfather´s and ancestors service in the marines and and we were in total agreement that those who served are heros to be remembered. Certainly, Bob Sheridan is someone I will always remember and hold dearly in my heart as I believe that meeting him and hearing him say the words "Man is the architect of his own future" may have somehow knocked out my self destructive tendencies. God Bless this great man!
Phillip Sonneman
October 3, 2023
I met the Colonel almost 20 years ago at a Las Vegas 51s game. He was part of a group of baseball friends that really enjoyed each other's company. They talked, laughed, and made fun of each other.
My brother-in-law were invited to join the group. We did and it wasn't so much the baseball, but the camaraderie we shared that made going to the games special. Bob was a MAJOR force with his jokes, stories, etc.
He will be missed.
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Mr JR.
October 2, 2023
My condolences.
Jmm
October 1, 2023
Worked with the colonel at wonderland dog track in revere,ma he was a Ma. State Racing Commission Official late 80's early 90's a true original raconteur larger than life with a humble personality who never forgot his working class roots while calling some of the greatest fights of the 20th & 21st century's not to mention being a miami hurricanes college miami dolphins nfl play by play announcer including their perfect 1972 season rip my friend the commander
RB
October 1, 2023
A very familiar and recognizable voice, he always made boxing that much more interesting. Sincere condolences for the Sheridan family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you all.
JF
September 30, 2023
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Elizabeth Bell
September 29, 2023
R.I.P. Bob my condolences
Boxing Fan
September 29, 2023
Rest in peace, Colonel. Loved your colorful memorable one of a kind calls.
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