R.I.P. Joe Lewis

[JohnASE]

Renowned martial artist, Joe Lewis, passed away this morning after a long battle with cancer. Condolences to his family and friends. Joe was a well respected kickboxer and point fighter throughout the 1970's and 1980's.

Rest in peace, Joe.

[DoctorQui]

RIP

[shinka]

sad news

[Dobbersky]

Renowned martial artist, Joe Lewis, passed away this morning after a long battle with cancer. Condolences to his family and friends. Joe was a well respected kickboxer and point fighter throughout the 1970's and 1980's.

Rest in peace, Joe.

You will remain in our hearts Sensei Joe

OSU

[andym]

A sad loss to the martial arts.

[wagnerk]

RIP

He was one of the greats and pioneers of karate and kickboxing in the "West", plus he was one of the ones that actually earned his black belt in under a year.

The karate and kickboxing world has lost a giant among men.

[MasterPain]

Some of the older Bujin guys got to train with him in the 80s. They had nothing but good things to say about him. Sad to hear he's gone.

[ShoriKid]

Mr. Lewis was one of the legendary black belts and fighters I grew up reading about and watching film of. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

[sensei8]

For the moment, I've no words to express my feelings. Mr. Lewis will be greatly missed across the board. I've many fond memories, both personal and professional, regarding Mr. Lewis. My prayers go out to his family, friends, and students.

Another empty chair sits before us all!!

[bushido_man96]

Rip Joe Lewis. I didn't realize he had cancer. My instructor was lucky enough to meet him, and they have a photo together at the school.