Fourth Form of Madness

Yesterday, in the early quiet morning hours, the world said goodbye to a most wonderful warrior. Taken suddenly and very unexpectedly from all that loved him and learnt from him, his passing has left great sadness and heaviness. However, his legacy of teachings lives on in each of his students and in everyone of them, his face shines through. I was fortunate enough through my husband’s association to know this man. I can only describe my gratitude to his contribution to the world that he selflessly gave through his bjj club. To watch him work with the children who came to the club and what he promoted and established in these beings was to me, the true beauty of the club and to a larger aspect of life. He helped install respect, not only for themselves but for others, perseverance even in the face of the impossible and love, not only for the sport but for themselves and others. Who could ask for and live up to a better life calling.

Troy we will miss you and the world will miss you. However, we are comforted by the beauty of your life you built and the legacy of knowledge you left in each of your students. Long live the warrior!