Mike Martello

[Bob]

On one of the other websites its been reported that Mike Martello passed on. Is this true?

I am sitting here stunned and hoping this is not true.

[Bob]

http://ezine.kungfumagazine.com/forum/s ... hp?t=54126

German Bai Lung
Registered User

A great Loss

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It is with great pain and speechlessness that I have to tell all you people that Mike Martello Sifu passed away this morning.

A great teacher, martial artist and a close friend left to soon.
It just hurts ...

[grady]

Wow.

Given his age ... does anyone know what happened?

[cdobe]

Mike Martello: RIP 5 October 1966 - 2 June 2009

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It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of a great teacher and an even better friend.

Around around 9:30 this morning Mike Martello, age 42, passed away in Antwerp, Belgium, due to a congenital heart condition (Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome).

Born 5 October 1966, Michael Anthony Martello, has played many roles and touched many lives. Overcoming many personal obstacles and helping many to find their own way, these last few years were among Mike’s happiest. Mike loved his family and his students.

Mike lived life fearlessly and without regret. Mike died loving life.

Mike we miss you. My door is always open.

Joshua


**Please note that though our seminar series with Mike Martello, scheduled for June 12-17, will no longer take place, we are considering a memorial in NYC on June 13 or 14. Details will be posted on my website as soon as Mike's personal arrangements have been made.


Joshua Craig

[Kurt Robbins]

Very tragic event, but it sounds like he lived an amazing life, which makes his exit a little more comforting.
I had the opportunity, unfortunatly I never got to meet him and I regret that now - life moves fast.
Rest in peace Mr. Martello

[Walk the Torque]

My condolences to his family, students and friends.