Seima Aoyama

I was in Grade 8, when the 9/11 happened and I saw the news in India. It stayed with me and recently after watching a documentary on Netflix, I felt the weight of what happened in 2001. I had never met Mr. David Aoyama, but knowing that he practiced Buddhism with the SGI felt like I knew him. I came across his name during some online research I was doing on 9/11. I have read about Japanese members practicing Buddhism in America and laying the foundation of Kosen Rufu in America. I am...

Rest in peace. You will never be forgotten. I'm so sorry you had to go in such a terrifying way but I know through Buddha you are free and healthy.

We cherish the time we spent working together and especially your positive spirit. Most of all we remember your beautiful smile. With fond memories to all your friends and family.

I still remember my friend from lakeside village

Seima-san... Why did it have to happen to you and all the kind people? Although I didn´t know you personally, I believe in the Gohonzon and a nice guy like you especially don´t deserve that! I was a little child in 2001 and I remembered everything, but I didn´t know we had a fellow believer in the incident. I will continue to do Daimoku with all other believers for everyone´s peace and safety and the world´s free of wars. NMRK

On this 20 anniversary, remembering David's beautiful and encouraging smile that came directly fromthe Buddha nature. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo.

9/11 has always been a painful memory. When I learned in late 2020 that my old friend Seima was on that 1st plane, 9/11 became much more painful & personal. To his beautiful wife, I will forever be sending you positive vibes, love, and prayers. You guys were the cutest couple, and the love you felt for each other was ever present & endearing.
For Seima's children, who I've never met, I would like for you to know that even after 40 years , your father's guidence & influence is ever...

I was a classmate of George and every year, on this day, I think of his father and their family. I can´t believe it´s been 20 years. Sending love and blessings your way.

On this 20th anniversary, I hope all who knew Seima-san will remember his caring and kind soul. He was wonderful to both my mother Yoshiko and I in our years together at BeniHana Memphis, Tn. You were taken from this earth too soon. I pray your loved ones´ hearts are comforted and at peace. Not forgotten.