RIP Master Larry White

Discussion in 'Kuk Sool' started by Obewan, Dec 10, 2016.

  1. Obewan

    Obewan "Hillbilly Jedi"

    I don't have a lot of details other than he passed away last night from an illness. Master Larry was head of an offshoot of Kuk Sool Won, Kuk Sool of California. I remember him when he was with Kuk Sool Won, well respected was exceptional in breaking demos, in his day was a well-respected fighter. Condolences to his students and family.
     
  2. Simon

    Simon Administrator Admin Supporter MAP 2017 Koyo Award

    Always sad when a senior and respected figure in the martial arts world passes away.

    R.I.P.
     
  3. Obewan

    Obewan "Hillbilly Jedi"

  4. Mitch

    Mitch Lord Mitch of MAP Admin

    RIP Master Larry.
     
  5. Xanth

    Xanth Valued Member

    from what I heard, he was battling cancer for the last 7 years. :(
     
  6. Obewan

    Obewan "Hillbilly Jedi"

    I think so, didn't know for sure but that's the vibe I got.
     
  7. IrishViking505

    IrishViking505 New Member

    My Teacher...

    Chief Master Larry J. White, passed away on December 10, 2016, after a long battle with cancer. A fact that he had kept private for his own reasons. Even his closest friends and students were unaware of his condition.
    I myself did not learn of this fact until November 1st, 2016.
    Chief Master Larry White held his final promotion party on November 12th, 2016. In addition to numerous friends, family and students in attendance – Chief Master Marlin Sims, Master Dave Hespelt, Master Frank D’Amato, Master Tom Brewer, Grandmaster Robert Parham, and many others were in attendance.
    Chief Master Larry authorized his final promotions on that day to several of his children students and to two adult students who have been actively training under him since 1990; Master Tommy Johnson – promoted to 7th Degree, and myself, Master Liam O’Connor – promoted to 5th Degree…his final Master. A bittersweet honor.

    Chief Master Larry White has been around the Martial Arts world since before many of us have been born.

    The following is a note I sent out the day he passed:

    My Teacher passed-away today.

    Master Larry White, has been my Martial Arts Teacher for 27 years. Since the day I first met him, he became my surrogate father. A father of life, direction, discipline, mentorship, respect, and love. If I think back to memories of my biological father; I recall learning how to be afraid.
    If you were to ask me the one primary thing I ever learned from Master White - it was how NOT to be afraid. That translates to; courage. Courage in facing those fears. Courage in making those tough decisions. Courage in all that we do.

    All of my adult accomplishments are credited to Master White. All of my failures, were from not hearing. I may have been listening, but I was not hearing.

    I have a lifetime of stories and experiences with Master White. Many; I will share with students of past, and close friends and family. Some; will be for me, and only me.

    He is my Teacher. You see, there is no "was", when it comes to teachers and students. The teaching is with you - forever. When I train with my big-brother, Master Tommy - his teaching is present. When I train with my wife, KSN Susan - his teaching is present. When I train with Chief Master Sims - his teaching is present....when I look into the mirror - his teaching is present. That, is legacy coming full-circle.

    I have never seen a tougher man than Master White...and his last years on this planet were a true testament to that. I don't know anyone who could have fought that battle as he did. That - is the embodiment of courage.

    Miss Mary White; I am so sorry for your loss.
    To all of Master White's family - I am so sorry for your loss.
    To all of Master White's students and friends - I am so sorry for your loss.

    Celebrate him, for he is deserving of such celebration. Include him in your prayers and meditations, for he has reached enlightenment and it is fitting for all others to include those who are enlightened in our daily lives.
    Share his stories with reverence and with the passion of a Viking story-teller...and embrace his wisdom; for we received pearls. Realize and pay homage, for he is deserving.

    Lest we forget. Master Larry White, is a Veteran.
    I thank you sir, for your service to our Country.

    His path is now free of obstruction. He is free of pain and suffering. He fought a noble and courageous fight. His Ki returns to the Earth and to the universe.
    ...and now, he does not walk amongst giants...the giants walk amongst him.

    He is my teacher. I am sad. I miss him.
    I will share my stories and I will pay homage.
    But, I know anytime I want to see him, I just need to look in the mirror.


    Courage.


    One day, I will catch-up sir, and I will be ready for my next lesson.

    Liam




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    With Respect and Gratitude,

    KJN Liam Kolt O'Connor - MHE, BSHW
     
  8. Thomas

    Thomas Combat Hapkido/Taekwondo

    My sincere condolences. As a student of Korean Martial Arts, his name was very well known and respected.
     
  9. Obewan

    Obewan "Hillbilly Jedi"

    Well said KJN Liam, I'm sorry for your loss. I had some special moments with KJN Larry few, but he always was a pleasure to be around. I loved his stories and sense of humor. I'm sure he is proud of all his students, because that's the type of guy he is.
     

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