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Dan Jason
July 2, 2024
Kelly, Vanessa and Charlene,
I extend my deepest sympathy to all of you. I was a student of GGM Gaylord in the 70's and received my black belt at the Fremont studio. I hitched a ride to Kajukenbo classes with your Mother and the three of you several times per week while growing up (at least until I got my drivers license). These were great memories and your Father had a huge impact on the course of my life. Looking back it was a special time of my life. I hope as time has passed, that grief has been replaced by only great memories. Best wishes to all of you.
Harry Williams
May 15, 2024
Many years ago I Harry Williams was a student at the Fremont dojo at age of - 12 and my friend Paul foley we are now 60 years old now I remember a pray we did before we started our lessons : dear lord be beside us as we undertake these exercises sole perpose to develope our body an protect one an others to be morally straight n strong
Joe Evans
August 24, 2009
I don't have any personal stories with GGM Gaylord, but I do know that if it wasn't for him I wouldn't have found Kaju when I was 7 years old and I wouldn't have the family friends I have today.
I am thankful for his life and the profound impact he's had on me. And I believe he's given us the familial strength to move forward as one and to share the love and strength that he has shown us.
You were a great man, GGM Gaylord, and your presence has not yet left our family.
Esther Yim
August 21, 2009
I will miss him very much. He was so wonderful. He taught me so much about the Art and life-long lessons I will cherish forever. I will always remember his hugs and kisses.
August 21, 2009
Well, I've had three best friends in my life...Cliff (still around!), my dad Gene and GGM Gaylord, now both gone.
I met GGMG about 30 years ago at my instructor's (GM James Juarez) school in San Leandro. Little did I know that years later we would travel together to places like Idaho, Texas and places in California to do seminars...let alone all the way to Portugal and Spain!!! He was always fun to travel with, and we shared many great times. We both decided on the way home from Spain that I was just too old to be his "dummy"..it took longer to get off the ground!
Always fun to be around, GGMG was also generous with what he had and with his time. Spending hours on planes etc. I understood his one great passion: Kajukenbo as a martial art and mostly the Kajukenbo Association of America, wich is now international! I vow to keep his passion a reality! I loved him so much...he was like a brother to me.....Prof. Frank Wohler
Davina Hunter
August 18, 2009
Dear Family Members,
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. We are so so sorry for your loss.
Kahuna Gaylord and and you, his warm-hearted family, have touched our lives and hearts forever!
Love,
Davina and Professor James Williams
Concord School of Karate
August 17, 2009
Dear Kelly, Vanessa and Charlene,
My heartfelt condolences go out to each of you and your family members. I know that he loved you all very much!!
Your dad has made a huge impact on many people's lives. I am blessed to have been one of his Kajukenbo Association of America "Gaylord Method" black belts and friend. He will truly be missed. There will not be a single day where I do not think about your dad. Thank you for sharing him with me and the other KAA black belts.
May he be blessed with eternal life in the company of the Angels and Saints. May God's warm embrace hold your dad and each of you, today and always.
With Love and Respect,
Brian Yoshii
Debra Camara
August 14, 2009
My two sons got their black belts under GGM.He was a legend in his own time. He will not be forgotten and his art will live on in my sons. Thank you and his memory will be part of us till the end.
Ilona Halbuna Ng
August 14, 2009
Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss and may the Lord be a great source of comfort to you in this your time of your grief.
The Joe Halbuna Family
Kevin Ruby
August 13, 2009
Rest in peace Prof. Gaylord
The Ruby Family
Annie Shear
August 13, 2009
Charlene----So sorry to hear of Professor Gaylord's passing. He was a wonderful man, my son and I shared many happy times with him when visiting with our beloved Sid (Campbell). They are together now, and the Great Beyond will be movin' & shakin"!! My heart and love go out to you and your family.
Regards, Annie Shear
JOSE QUIROZ
August 13, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
I had the pleasure of working out with him since a very young age. I started working out with him since 1968 and continued into the late 1980's. It was a great honor to have had him as a teacher and a friend. He build a legacy and I am proud to have been a part of it.
Jose M. Quiroz, Grand Master, Mission, TX
Jimmy Willis
August 12, 2009
GGM Gaylord,
Will truly be missed. To know him is to love him. Some people are born to follow. Some people are born to lead. GGM Gaylord was a leader. He is now an ambassador in heaven's gate. Thank you for giving me everything that I have received. I am blessed for have knowing you. Rest in Peace GGM Gaylord
John Bono
August 12, 2009
He was a great teacher, but even a greater man....he will be missed dearly by all that knew him....Sincerely Prof J Bono
August 12, 2009
Aloha GGM Gaylord. I guess Sijo is calling home all his senior black belts. I can only imagine the workouts going on in heaven right now. My Ohana's condolences to the GGM Gaylord's Ohana. - Renshi Matt Nocerino and Ohana (blackbelt under GM Bob Maschmeier and Professor Carlos De Leon)
Prisilla Kaua
August 11, 2009
Charlene, My condolences to you and your family. Priscilla
August 11, 2009
To the Family of Great Grandmaster Gaylord. My heartfelt condolences go out to all of you. GGMG will sorely be missed by all who knew him and trained with him. I had the pleasure of training with him one on one with my brother, and it is the one time that I will always remember. I always had questions for him to answer and he never, ever failed me in answering questions regarding the Method he created. I will miss him deeply, a truly wonderful human being and legacy he has left behind.
Larry Rubio and Family
August 11, 2009
Our condolences to the Chiefs survivors. His legacy will live on through his blackbelts and their students. May his memory be eternal!!! Love, TIm, Maria, Grace, Pedro, Irene and Cyril Vargas
vanessa wilson
August 11, 2009
much love to the family. GGM Gaylord will be sorely missed. he brought so much joy and love and hardwork to our martial arts. he is always with me.
Vanessa Wilson - black belt Hand to Hand Kajukenbo Self Defense Center
Thomas Mc Lain
August 11, 2009
Great-Grandmaster built a legacy of which we are all proud to be a part of. GGM will live on in our workouts and hearts and I'm sure he's up there telling us to workout. I attended one of Great-Grandmasters workouts. I will never forget how hard he punched and after that workout I never felt better. A true humble warrior, teacher and friend, thank you for honoring me with your friendship and knowledge.
Tom Mc Lain
kimberly hansen
August 11, 2009
Charlene, you and your family are in our prayers...
Kimberly Hansen and Family
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