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Steven Malanosk
5th March 2002, 02:35
It is with great sorrow, that I must announce the passing of my IaiDo teacher Joe "Hanokami" Bass, of Florida.

A multi decorated war hero of the Korean Conflict, he studied in Japan with KenDo's Nakayama as well as in Okinawa, with Ueichi Kanei.

I had the pleasure of sharing a dojo with him for a few years, and he opened up my eyes to the sword. The knowledge that he shared with me, enhanced my KaraTe and JuJitsu, and I thank him very much.

Joe Bass, passed away as a result of a long fight with Cancer.

He fought it until his death a few days ago.

He died in his sleep.

See you later my friend,