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The passing of an icon: Austin boxing legend Joe Vela leaves a legacy of empowerment

By Nancy Flores and Kessly Salinas ● Community News ● April 13, 2023

Beloved local boxer and coach Joe E. Vela, Jr. passed away at 87. He helped uplift generations of Austin youth and beyond through his boxing programs and community advocacy.

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