Yoshimichi Posted January 11, 2019 Report Posted January 11, 2019 Dear NMB Members: I received sad news today of the passing of my friend, Fred Schulzke, of Medford, Oregon. I was informed that he passed away on Christmas. Many collectors knew Fred as a fixture at the San Francisco Token Kai, and a regular attendee at the Dai Token Ichi with his very good, personal friend: Wayne Erickson. Fred was a collector of top-quality, high grade Gassan blades. He owned some very rare, best-of-the-best examples of Gassan school blades. He had a great sense of humor, was extremely knowledgeable about firearms, WWII weapons, especially German daggers and swords. He knew how to enjoy life, live life to the fullest, and how to brighten people's day with his presence. I will truly miss him, and the time we spent together each year at the S.F.Token Kai, where Fred, myself, and Wayne Erickson shared tables side-by-side for years at the show. Rest in peace my friend. It was great knowing you. Regards, Bill E. Sheehan 11 Quote
Brian Posted January 11, 2019 Report Posted January 11, 2019 RIP Fred. Condolences to all who knew him. Quote
TETSUGENDO Posted January 11, 2019 Report Posted January 11, 2019 Sorry for your loss Bill, sounds like he'll be missed by many in the community. Condolences to all his friends and family. Sincerely, -S- Quote
Bazza Posted January 11, 2019 Report Posted January 11, 2019 Having lost a dear friend of decades a couple years ago I know how heart-rending such a loss can be. My sincere condolences to all who were close to Fred. Yours in sympathy for your loss, Barry Thomas aka BaZZa. Quote
Surfson Posted January 11, 2019 Report Posted January 11, 2019 I didn't know him, but send along my condolences. It is always saddening to lose a generous, kind and fun collector from our ranks. Quote
SAS Posted January 11, 2019 Report Posted January 11, 2019 Sad news, my regrets for the sword community, family, and friends. Quote
Yoshimichi Posted January 11, 2019 Author Report Posted January 11, 2019 Dear NMB Members: For those who can't put Fred's name with a face, here is a picture of him at his table at the 2015 S.F.Token Kai. Regards, Bill E. Sheehan (Yoshimichi) Quote
AndyMcK Posted January 11, 2019 Report Posted January 11, 2019 My condolences to the family and friends. -Antti Quote
Greg F Posted January 12, 2019 Report Posted January 12, 2019 My condolences to his friends and family. Greg Quote
marmal Posted January 13, 2019 Report Posted January 13, 2019 condolences. to his family and friends. R. I. P Quote
BIG Posted January 13, 2019 Report Posted January 13, 2019 RIP Sir, condolences to his family and friends.. Best Quote
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