Sad news of old friend's passing.

[dannavy85]

I recieved an e-mail this morning from a guy I served with in Japan of the loss of a mutual friend from 25 years ago.

Sgt. Masayoshi Kurabara was just starting out with the Japanese National Constabulary force when I first met him in 1986 at Atsugi Naval Air Station. Our group of four sailors quickly took him into our fold and he was the one Japanese who had the most and best influence on my time in country. Gifted historian, excellent linguist, he enjoyed taking part in Samurai pagentry and was an excellent artisan of archery.

Masayoshi was a shift sargent and doing an accident investigation near Ayase City when he was struck and killed by a speeding car on highway 16 last week. He was pride and professionalism, always proud to wear the uniform and serve his country. I will miss him dearly.

[Astro Forever]

I'm sorry for your loss.

I wish some people were taking driving more seriously.

[AprilSeven]

What a terrible loss! I will keep him and his family in my prayers. I can't imagine being the person who caused his needless death. Bet he/she never drives like that again, but a lesson learned to late. Life is short enough - no need to take any more away. He sounds like he was a great guy.

[Alittleacorn]

I'm so sorry, I truely am v_v

[Androids101]

I am indeed sorry to hear that

[Astro Boy2866]

I too am sorry to hear that, he sounded like a great man and may he rest in peace.

[vreesa]

Very sorry to hear about it. What can we humans do. Its Gods wish. Everything happens as per his wish. We are here to act like a doll. Who losses their dear once can only understand the pain. What can they do. What ever happens happens for the best. Lets pray for his soul.

[avatargirl]

hugs- sorry to hear of your friend's death and i hope/pray all of us here can be friends always and i pray that everyone here will be safe in all ways always- love everyone here - thanks for being sweet