Buddy William Kimura

Mr. Kimura was my mechanical/blueprint (?) drawing teacher at Holmes Junior High School. I cannot remember the exact name of the class, but I sure do remember him. That is the hallmark of a great teacher and person. I am now 64 and retired from my own career in education. Teachers like Mr. Kimura are sorely needed today. His legacy is one to be emulated. Thank you to his family for sharing him with us.

You made my sister so happy for so long and a better bro.in law would be hard to find, you will be greatly missed.

Photographs of our (Jordan and Paula) last visit to Tryon Dec 2017. Though our visits were infrequent, Buddy was always the perfect host and gentleman, making us feel welcome- part of the family. Such an accomplished man, he managed to do so much in this lifetime. His dedication to the love of his life- you Pat, was so apparent . Ive only ever known you , as a pair, a duo, a team . We will cherish the memories we have of Buddy, and know that there will always be a part of him in you. Our...

Pat
So sorry to hear of Buddy's passing, He was a great teacher (Holmes Jr High) and friend, I worked for him at your concession stands and cleaning horse stalls at your house, he gave me my start and taught me alot, I know he will be sadly missed RIP Buddy
Terry Johnson

Our thoughts are with you during your time of sorrow. Our deepest sympathy for you loss. " Once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog"

Thank you for being a mentor, teacher, coach, and a great human being! It was an honor to be your starting point guard on an undefeated team at Holmes Jr High! Comfort and blessings to the family.

Mr. Kimura Buddy was my P.E. teacher and basketball coach at Bryant Jr. High 1960-63. Because of Buddy and a number of other teachers and coaches I decided to pursue a degree in education. Upon graduating form Eastern Michigan I came back to Flint and became a community school director, teacher and coach. Was always glad to see and talk with him at meetings and athletic games over the years. Thanks Mr. K you will be missed RIP.