RIP Charley Noel 1926-2012

From the International Boxing Research Organization: 

Charley Noel of Jersey City, NJ passed away on January 4, 2012 at the age of 86.

Born September 4, 1926, Noel turned professional at age 17 and fought professionally as a featherweight-lightweight from 1943 until 1950, compiling a record of 10-44-5 (1). During his career he fought some of the toughest fighters of his era, including: Sandy Saddler, Mike Belloise, Jimmy Carter, Harry Jeffra, Bobby Ruffin, Al Pennino, Carmine Fatta, Cabey Lewis, Nick Stato, Vince Dell’Orto, Mike Konnors, Freddie Russo, Leo Milito, Tony Costa, Johnny LaRusso, Aldo Minelli and Joey Angelo.

He was an excellent journeyman and although he lost 44 times, he was never stopped. This made him a promoter’s dream. He could always be counted on to give a good account of himself and the paying customers their monies worth.

Not every boxer is a champion or even a contender, but anyone that steps between the ropes deserves our respect. RIP.