Soke Michael DePasquale, Sr.

[HKphooey]

I am saddened to post that Soke Michael DePasquale, Sr. has passwed away. He passed on September 23, 2006.

More info/press release...
http://www.depasqualejujitsu.com/

RIP
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[bdparsons]

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Respects,
Bill Parsons
Triangle Kenpo Institute

 

[Brian R. VanCise]

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[HKphooey]

Here is the info for services...

http://www.depasqualejujitsu.com/html/body_services.html

 

[John Brewer]

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[tshadowchaser]

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[ArmorOfGod]

He was someone that I remember from my first days of karate back in 1991.
I bought Inside Karate Magazine a lot and he and his son were featured in every issue in some way.
My prayers go to his family.

AoG

 

[Andy Moynihan]

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[bshovan]

God Bless O'Sensei Michael DePasQuale,

He was a true Martial Artist and human being who always put others before himself, teaching life lessons as needed.
O'Sensei was a living legend, a pioneer and guardian of what the Martial Arts are all about. His vast knowledge, wisdom and understanding of many cultural ways of life were his trademark.
O'Sensei was not only a Master Martial Artist but a teacher who spent his whole life helping others. He preached the positivity all should strive for and become.
Rest in peace O'Sensei and thankyou for everything.

Bill Shovan

 

[arnisador]

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[KempoShaun]

I had the honor of being recognized for my fifth degree black belt by the IFOJJ in 1997, and will never forget the short ammount of time I got to spend talking with DePasquale Sensei Sr. I will also never stop watching my Hepi-Ryu cane instructional video that he gave me as a gift. The Martial Arts world was changed drastically by this man. He will be sorely missed. :asian:

 

[terryl965]

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[MJS]

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[pstarr]

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[ArmorOfGod]

I remember a photo of him giving an honorary black belt certificate to then President Richard Nixon. Does anyone have that photo or the story behind it?

AoG

 

[shesulsa]

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[Swordlady]

Rest in peace, sir. :asian:

 

[Tames D]

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[Hand Sword]

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[kelly keltner]

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