This site is dedicated to the memory of Akibo.
It was too soon to say goodbye to our dear Akibo, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend. Please contribute your memories, stories, comments, and pictures here as a tribute to his life. Your stories will be treasures for Lucas and Cody as they grow up.
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Thoughts
Dear Erika,
I am so grateful to see Akibo smiling back at me in this collection of amazing photos. What an amazing journey filled with so much love, joy and happiness… I am inspired by your strength through these difficult times. I hope your boys grow up to be happy and smile and laugh just like their dad.
Love, love, love, Cathy
cathymuma
31st August 2015
あきぼ ありがとう〜
koomikoh
24th September 2013
We would climb the highest dune,
from there to gaze and come down:
the ocean was performing;
we contributed our climb.
Waves leapfrogged and came
straight out of the storm.
What should our gaze mean?
Kit waited for me to decide.
Standing on such a hill,
what would you tell your child?
That was an absolute vista.
Those waves raced far, and cold.
'How far could you swim, Daddy,
in such a storm?'
'As far as was needed,' I said,
and as I talked, I swam.
poem "With Kit, Age 7, at the Beach" by William Stafford
18th September 2013
Candles
Akibo, It's been 10 years since we enjoyed the warmth of your smile in person. You are never forgotten, and always in our hearts.
Lit by Erika on 2nd September 2023
Erika you are amazing in your strength and grace facing the loss of your so very special Akibo. I pray that your unimaginable grief moves soon to smiles and joy at the precious memories of the life you shared and the beautiful boys you together brought into the world.
Lit by Irene on 3rd October 2013
Praying the Lord wraps his arms around you and that you find comfort in the memories you shared.
Lit by Tatia Hayes on 25th September 2013