Boxing lost a loyal servant this weekend with the unexpected death of Oscar Suarez, the trainer most widely known for shaping Brazilian Acelino Freitas. Later he would take over the most high profile job in boxing, training Prince Naseem Hamed, and though maligned for his lack of impact on the Sheffield-man his death is reason for all of us to pause and take stock. Suarez was believed to have been diagnosed with terminal cancer just over a month ago and leaves behind a wife, Marie, and children. He was just 47.
All posted comments will be directed to the Suarez family at the end of the week.
The thoughts of the boxing world will be with his family. Boxingscene.com broke the news.
Many, many thanks for you comments, I will ensure all of them are forwarded to the Suarez family.
Oscar will truly be missed. He was one of the kindest human beings you ever could meet.
Rest in Peace Oscar
Oscar Suarez was 47 years old and was diagnosed on 7/8/08. I thank everyone for their kind words and condolences.
Marie,
Many thanks for stopping by and graciousness in correcting my error.
Every blessing to you and your family at this difficult time.
Best wishes
David
He is not in pain. Bless him.
i wanna thank u oscar 4 always showing love 2 me and my son, u taught me alot about the game of boxing. i will put O.S. on my sons trunks in memory of u we will never 4 get u ,i love u my brother,and i will see u 1 day again, god bless u my brother,and i send my regards 2 the family
Oscar was a great man rest in peace I will miss you.
Oscar was one of the most kindest, humble people you could ever meet. He was such a lovable guy, we will never forget him. Our condolences to Mari and family, may God hold you in his hand during this dark time.
Mari please don’t forget that we are here for you!!!
Rest in Peace Cuz!!!!
My heart gose out to his family its a huge shock he was an awsome trainer and he will be missed.
I just found out about this reading The Ring Magazine. Shocked still.
RIP
This is the first time I looked my dad’s name up in google and I was emotionaly pleased to know that my dad was loved by many. I would like to thank everyone who has taken out the time to think of my father and my family. We continue to honor my father Oscar Suarez for the man that he was and always will be in our hearts. Thank you…
Judging by the timing of your comment Mariseli it proved an emotional time over Christmas and the New Year. Apologies for the delay posting your submission. I’ve been away from the site for a while.
Regards
Marie I am so sorry and shocked. Oscar was such a dear friend and the nicest person I have met. We had some good and hard times in training camps as you know. He could always see the goos in a person. Love and keep in touch, Maggie
I came online just to read a few things about the husband I MISS so much. When Oscar went into Hospice they gave me a book that told me what to expect as death neared, they failed to give me a book on steps I have to go thru to heal. It’s been and unbearably painful long road for me, but the ppl who send these stories and write such lovely things about Oscar, really and truly help. I am so grateful that so many ppl have reached out to give their condolences and express their grief, I am also very grateful for the positive stories which ppl have shared that show me how Oscar impacted their lives in a positive way. Again, Mr. Payne thank you for keeping this site going, you have no Idea the ease it has brought to my heart.
Went to China with Oscar and we spent alot of time together. He loved Jesus and his wife & family, he was a good man. We’ll miss him till then. God bless you Marie.