"We are sorry to inform the local boxing scene that Johnny Tapia's grandfather, Miguel Tapia, passed away yesterday. Miguel, an amateur boxer in the 1930s, not only taught Johnny the basics of boxing, but raised the former champ after the death of his mother. On behalf of the local fight scene, NewMexicoBoxing sends condolences and prayers to the Tapia family in this tough time. "
**N.M.C.S/NewMexicoFIGHT.com would also like to express our prayers and condolences to the Tapia family.**
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