By Henry Hascup
Popular, charismatic Detroit-area-based middleweight Steve “Stevie D” Darnell passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025, in Brighton, Michigan, at age 61. He is survived by two daughters. Compiling a record of 26-5-2 (15 KOs) between 1984 and 1993, the apex of his career was challenging for the USBA Super Middleweight title on May 9, 1988, against Lindell Holmes (TKO2). Other standout opponents include Charles Brewer (LTKO2), Antoine Byrd (LTKO9), and Kevin Watts (L10). Instead of flowers, memorial contributions in Steve’s honor are suggested for Boston University’s Research Center for the Study of CTE.
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