I'm honored to have trained under Sensei. I learned so many life lessons in addition to Shotokan. Sensei was a great man. I look forward to my six year old son starting at Way of Japan in August.
Edward Distel lit a candle on Jun 20, 2008:
Both my children trained with Sensei Halliburton for several years and their experience was incomperable. They learned discipline and strength. We all mourn the loss.
Chris Perkins lit a candle on May 15, 2008:
"When a person thinks they know it all...... they do! They have learned all they are ever going to learn." Sensei Robert Halliburton April 3, 2008
ysidro torres lit a candle on May 05, 2008:
my son Joseph was a student of Sensei, sensei made the class fun for the parents as well. He had a great sense of humor and was a great warrior.he will be missed..
Richard jenkins lit a candle on May 04, 2008:
My dear lifelong friend, may your soul ever sail the fair winds of eternity in the brilliant glory a true warrior, a defender of right-living deserves. Now, you can rest in the peaceful you've earned.
RUD LOPEZ lit a candle on May 01, 2008:
Dear Sensei; I am glad the Lord gave me the boldness to ask you about your Spritual life. I am most sure that today you are in the presence of the Lord. Love your friend rudy. till we meet again.
Robert Huitt lit a candle on Apr 30, 2008:
Robert,
I just wanted to say thank you for everything.May god be with you and your family.
Ernestine Chavira Stoddard lit a candle on Apr 29, 2008:
Sensei you will always remain a big part of my life. You are my hero and the time I had at the dojo was the best part of my life. I thank you for that. I will never forget our last conversation. lol
RUBEN REY lit a candle on Apr 28, 2008:
SHIHAN helped me cope wiyh the stree of life. I will never meet another man as he.I will allways think about you as I train.
Michael Castaneda lit a candle on Apr 28, 2008:
In 1980, Sensei Halliburton taught me the values of truth, honor, and courage. His teachings remain with me today! You will always be remembered! Be at peace. To a warrior and great Sensei! OSS!!!
Rhonda Day lit a candle on Apr 27, 2008:
Sensei, We are so honored that our children, Jamie and Josh had the privilege to train and learn from you. You instilled discipline and true character in them both. Oss to a great man!
Jose Rodriguez lit a candle on Apr 27, 2008:
My Sensei of 37 years is gone, but he still alive every day that I train in Shotokan Karate. OSS! Sensei.
Sarale/Wayne Kersten lit a candle on Apr 27, 2008:
You are missed very much, our love and prayers go out to Donna & Ally (your princesses). May you rest in the loving arms of God. We Love You.
Lance W. Kersten lit a candle on Apr 26, 2008:
Bobby you will be so missed,You and Janice are holding hands once again.
Eric Essman lit a candle on Apr 26, 2008:
I miss you sir. It is the passing not only of a man but an era in martial arts. we will never experience a teacher like sensei Halliburton again in our lifetime. God Bless you sir and I am sorry.
manny carballo lit a candle on Apr 26, 2008:
i dont have the words to describe what a loss it is that you are gone.you were a great friend and role model ill miss you my friend.
Virginia (Sister) lit a candle on Apr 26, 2008:
You were my little brother and I will never be able to feel the void you have left on my heart. The girls were lucky to have you for so many years. Love you always
John Ferraro lit a candle on Apr 26, 2008:
I cannot begin to imagine how deeply Donna, Allison and all of your family miss you. Our hearts go out to them and they are in our prayers.
Wayne & Sarale Kersten lit a candle on Apr 26, 2008:
A great nephew. A fathre how loved his girls and protected them daily. We love you and will miss you. Rest in Gods arms we will see you again in heaven.
John W. Cowset lit a candle on Apr 25, 2008:
Please guide me threw spirit because I dont have you to call. But i feel you in my heart.Button holes on pancakes, ILL NEVER FORGET. Thank you for the bo, i still have it, broken during tournament.
Jason Peck lit a candle on Apr 25, 2008:
No words will ever be able to explain the impact Sensei had in all our lives, thank you for the man you are and helping me become the person i am today.
OSS!
Donna Halliburton lit a candle on Apr 25, 2008:
Daddy, it is 4:11 AM, and the house is so quiet without you. Your family misses you so very, very much. We miss you and love you. Keep us strong through all that seems to be coming. Guide us, Daddy.
Now there is no more pain for you. Now you can train with Sensei Kuriyama again. I remember how much you enjoyed it.
Edward Costello lit a candle on Apr 24, 2008:
Sensei taught me to run a classroom like a family - it IS family! OSS!
Rich lit a candle on Apr 23, 2008:
We will see each other again. Until that time I will miss you
Jami'Lee Guillory lit a candle on Apr 23, 2008:
may you rest in peace!! we love you and will miss you
Ramona Chavira lit a candle on Apr 22, 2008:
Shihan you have given me so much. You are one and only Shihan.
You are loved and will be missed.
Ramona
Craig Habib lit a candle on Apr 22, 2008:
Sensei, I can't begin to think what my life would have been without you. I have been so blessed to know you, and I will miss you so much.
Darrin Nichols lit a candle on Apr 22, 2008:
My Sensei, My father my friend I have no words to say that will make the pain go away I will always love you I will pass on "THE WAY" as you passed it on to my father and then to me and my sons, oss
Gerald Turner lit a candle on Apr 22, 2008:
I jokeing say ...I HAVE THE POWER OF HALLIBURTON. Boy don't i wish i did. In a way we all have some of his power. That's one of the gifts he gave us. OOS!
Richard Riojas Sr. lit a candle on Apr 21, 2008:
Until we meet again Shihan.Thank you for all you have done for me.
joann olivas lit a candle on Apr 21, 2008:
lit a candle on apr 21, 2008
you are deeply missed
kathy nijmeddin lit a candle on Apr 21, 2008:
he taught me to "walk out the pain"
clcornell@csufresno.edu lit a candle on Apr 21, 2008:
His spirit made me strong.
Rose Gage lit a candle on Apr 21, 2008:
Shihan helped to make me a strong, confident woman. I will truly miss his kind, strong spirit.
Hassan Muhammad lit a candle on Apr 21, 2008:
Shihan improved my warrior spirt and I will be eternally greatfull.
Kent Gibboney lit a candle on Apr 21, 2008:
There will never be another like Robert Halliburton.
