I am very sad to report that James (Jim) Chen passed away last week of natural causes. Jim was a long-standing member of Vancouver Aikikai and the Canadian Aikido community. Many will remember him from Kawahara Sensei’s seminars; he practiced Aikido diligently and constantly until a short time before his passing.  Jim’s dedication to Aikido was unaffected by increasing age and in this he can be an example to all of us. He was also a dedicated Judo practitioner and teacher. Jim was beloved by Vancouver Aikikai members. He touched our lives by his passion, energy, kindness, and wit. I remember fondly my conversations with Jim, we were able to share a lot with only a few words. We all mourn Jim’s passing; he will be greatly missed. Vancouver Aikikai’s next class will be dedicated to his memory.  May he rest in peace.

Zoran Krunic
Chief Instructor
Vancouver Aikikai

P.S. Funeral Service and reception will be held Sat 13 July at 13h00 at Ocean View Funeral Home, 4000 Imperial Street, Burnaby, BC.  An RSVP is requested by his son, Henry. 
To keep things simple, please email vancouveraikikaisecretary@gmail.com if you plan to attend or if you would like to send a message to his family.