Respect & Sympathy

Just learnt that Simon Deering has passed away. I am shocked by this and I want to tell all I hugely respect what he meant as a martial artist and for the members of his Aikidojo . My sympathy goes out to his wife, children and students.

 

Marcel Takken

(forwarded)

Please accept my and Terasem's sincere sympathy for the transition of your dear friend, Simon, to the next level of existence.

I did not know Simon, but am familiar with his (and your) work on the Bernal-like Terasem Colony. The world is a lesser place in the absence of such passion and talent.
Warm regards,
Lori

Sad

Hi

I  knew Simon briefly, and I was captivated by amazing background, his

creative work and his lively demeanor. And he then turned out being an accomplished

Aikido-ka as well. This is one case where I feel deeply sad about this loss for the 

world and for his family.  He touched my heart with his wisdom, and I feel

grateful having seen what he was about. Truly a special person. Bon vivant :)

Khannea Suntzu