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Dennis OKADA Obituary
Memories and Condolences
for Dennis OKADA
7 Entries
Stan Olsen
October 25, 2013
Dennis and I were tennis doubles partners and buddies for years. I just now learned of his passing. He lived only a few minutes away. A sad day when an old friend leaves us and we're so pre-occupied with our own lives, we didn't know until now. And hearing about it was coincidental. Hope all is well with you, Tomoko and the kids. Cheers.
Charley Basham
April 28, 2013
We taught with Dennis at Nichibei in the late '60's, early '70's and remember him fondly. Sad to hear of his passing.
Helen Hama
April 27, 2013
Tomoko, I'm so sorry to learn of Dennis' passing away. I last saw him at Nichibei when we were working there, decades ago. I'll always remember him as a healthy young man ready for a new adventure in life. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Helen Hama
Rhonda Ganz
April 26, 2013
This week and next is book sorting time for the upcoming TC book sale. I met Dennis there in the literature section 3 years ago, when I showed up to volunteer. He was so passionate about books and we were both always excited to find particular ones we had been looking for. I missed working with him there last year, and I am so sad to know he won't be part of the crew again. I had only a small connection with Dennis in only a small aspect of his life, but even in casual contact he made volunteering there more fun, and I looked forward to our discussions while we organized the classics. I didn't even know his last name until today, but I would know his face and smile anywhere. I am so sorry for your loss, and extend my sincere condolences to your family.
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Gabrielle Tong
April 26, 2013
I would like extend my deep condolences to the Okada family. My poignant memory of Dennis was his unwavering commitment to the things that he set out to do without compromising standards. His untimely passing reminds us how precious life is. Gone but not forgotten.
John Donald Redmond
April 26, 2013
My heartfelt sympathies to Tomoko-san and all the Okada family. Denis was very kind to a young lad, just starting out on his teaching career at Nichibei in Tokyo so long ago. I shared his love of music and will remember him always as a kind, sensitive and intelligent friend. My prayers are with all.
Erich Guthrie
April 25, 2013
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Dennis, whom I remember with admiration and respect. My best memories are of his beating me badly at squash, and almost as badly at tennis. Though it was years ago, it feels right now like yesterday. I also remember pictures Jean took of him in his study, surrounded by what I recall to have been his precious collections of books, records, and memories, perhaps enjoying a cigar in the bright shine of an old desk lamp. I especially remember being welcomed into the Okada home on countless occasions. While with Dennis's passing it has been forever changed, his wit, humour, and obvious devotion to his wife and daughters will always be part of that home. I wish all of your family the best and offer my most sincere condolences during this very sad and difficult time.
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