Not in well over a year.  I know the Mrs. had some more health problems and just wonder if he lost her, and lost all interest in the hobby. She's his rock with his TBI issues.

I posted the same question 8 months ago, but all the responses were negative.

i have not, although I keep trying.

Bill

goldhammer88

Not in well over a year.  I know the Mrs. had some more health problems and just wonder if he lost her, and lost all interest in the hobby. She's his rock with his TBI issues.

 

that would be so sad!  But, I know he also had his grandson that he would build with....

Lawdog found out he passed away last October.

He was a valued member of our little community here.

RIP Toshi

Maybe Lawdog, you could post a link to wherever you read it. i would like that.

He was something. When he first came along he was a new modeler and was whipping out models at a serious pace. We worked together to learn for him to enjoy the process, and he got good at relaxing.

I know there was another grandchild on the way.

Fair winds and a following sea, friend to us all.

Bill

Allen T. Miura Jr. Ohio obituary  (tribunearchive.com)

His modeling was his main therapy for his TBI, and he got good at it.

Oh no.  Such a kind spirit who is missed dearly. Rest in peace Toshi.

Sorry guys, I meant to post the obituary here.  I wanted to reach out to each and everyone of you that posted on this thread first as I knew some were pretty close to him on a personal level  

He lived the next city over from where I work. We were eventually going to get together for some coffee and talk shop but that never happened, as life gets in the way. His positivity and personal transparency was certainly a breath of fresh air in this world and this forum. May he rest of in peace. 

Aw man, we lost another "Good Guy". He was always so positive, which is so rare in this day and age.  He will be missed.  Farewell Toshi.

I am gutted, but my thanks to Lawdog for letting us know. Such a good soul must go on to a better place. Rest In Peace cobber.

I enjoyed the few discussions I had with him.  The threads he posted with his grandson always made me smile.  He will be missed.

Hi;

 I just got a private message from Lawdog; Geez, I know that fellow will be missed. His positive attitude and sense of Humor in lieu of what he faced were Humongeous!! I do surely hope, As they say in the maritime genre that he now Always has" Fair Winds and Following Seas" Toshi, May you Rest the rest you earned. I will miss ya brudda!

What awful news.

Thanks for posting the search info for Toshi's obituary, Goldhammer.

Last I recall hearing from Toshi he mentioned he had contracted Covid but that I think he was doing Ok. Maybe my memory is wrong, don't know.

Either way-- a great light was taken from this world at his passing. He is missed.

I can imagine Toshi in his heavenly mansion and there are many models there to dazzle all of his visitors. 

    RIP Toshi, you are missed but not forgotten. Corsiars forever.

I am truly saddened to hear this.  Toshi was a kind and gentle soul, and clearly doted on his grandson, Ezra.  My condolences to his family, and to all who suffer from his loss.

R.I.P Toshi 

We the "FSM mob" were just talking about him in Vegas. I feel so bad for his family 

Godspeed my friend Toshi. I hope you locate the largest hobby shop where all the kits and tools are free! Build at you're heart's content TBI free.

RIP Toshi, you were a light in a dark world. We will all miss you and your grandson's builds and kind words. Happy modeling my friend.

BK

Yeah, after all the health issues Toshi and his wife went though he always kept a sunny and positive attitude- I don't think I'd have had that kind of strength.

We're all the lesser for his loss.

RIP Toshi...

I can't say much, just, well, at loss........

Very sad to hear.

RIP

That's very sad news. He was always so positive and happy.

This is very sad to hear of his passing. He had such a kind and positive presence here on the forum at all times. I'm sure in real life, those that knew him best can attest to the true wonderful presence of his soul. 

lawdog114

Sorry guys, I meant to post the obituary here.  I wanted to reach out to each and everyone of you that posted on this thread first as I knew some were pretty close to him on a personal level  

He lived the next city over from where I work. We were eventually going to get together for some coffee and talk shop but that never happened, as life gets in the way. His positivity and personal transparency was certainly a breath of fresh air in this world and this forum. May he rest of in peace. 

 

i don't thing I have ever been so sad to hear of a faceless name on the internet's passing, but I always looked forward to his posts and hearing about his adventures with Ezra!  Perhaps it's because I am still a little raw from losing my dad this summer, but I shed a little tear that his light is no longer shining here in this life...

im sharing this as a dedication to him, amd my dad.  Please, everyone take a minute and listen!

https://youtu.be/tr5aWs9gErk

Wow.  Very sad news indeed.  He was a kind soul and a inspiration.