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[Christine] is a group administrator [Christine]  Pro User  says:

The Care Giver Team of Impressed by Your Beauty is sad to announce the passing of our friend and team member, Takuma Akiba. We will never forget his generosity, his talent, his great sense of humor or his kindness. Godspeed, Takuma - thank you for sharing your friendship and your beautiful work with this community.

Takuma, as photographed by his friend Cynthia (GrooveKitten):



We proudly share some of our dear friend's work with you today. We hope everyone will share their memories of Takuma!


Isaac - the Male Fishing Cat at the National Zoo
Isaac, Male Fishing Cat (Prionailurus viverrinus)

Male Kestrel at the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge
Male Kestrel (Falco sparverius) @ Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

Luke - The National Zoo's Male Tiger
Luke, Male Lion (Panthera leo)

Pileated Woodpecker
Pileated Woodpecker (Dryocopus pileatus)

Caracal at the National Zoo
Caracal (Caracal caracal)
Originally posted at 7:31AM, 20 June 2008 PDT (permalink)
[Christine] edited this topic 48 months ago.

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tanakawho  Pro User  says:

Can't believe this(><). Such a great loss...
Wish him rest in peace.
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[Christine] is a group administrator [Christine]  Pro User  says:

It was a privilege to know you, Takuma!

A Sad Farewell to a Friend
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starfish235  Pro User  says:

Very sad news . . . He shared his knowledge in several FlickR forums.
We will miss him.
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adrians_art  Pro User  says:

What a total shock, a sad loss for flickr!
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HFDLfotografe{Copyrighted}  Pro User  says:

It is a sad loss, and I pray for those who knew him to somehow be comforted
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Dae05 - Trying to come back is a group administrator Dae05 - Trying to come back says:

He will be sorely missed. It was a real pleasure to know him.

Takuma Memorial
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Jurί-☆ says:

I don't know him but He will be in my prayers tonight!
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lemperleconnie is a group administrator lemperleconnie  Pro User  says:

Thanks so much for sharing some of Takuma's beautiful photos! I was so shocked and saddened by the news. He was such a good man and so kind to me over the years. I know he's in a better place. Hugs and love Takuma!
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bulldog1  Pro User  says:

A WONDERFUL TRIBUTE TO SHARE HIS AMAZING PHOTOS....I wish I would have know him. From what I understand he was kind and a good man....So Sorry for this loss! What an amazing photographer he was! My Sympathy to all those who knew him and my prayers and thoughts are with you.
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Maryann's*****Fotos  Pro User  says:

I'm so sorry to hear of this. His images will live on, they are amazing.
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ucumari  Pro User  says:

Takuma was a dear friend and will be so missed, rest peacefully my friend...
R.I.P. Takuma
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melissasue1982  Pro User  says:

Hugs and prayers for Takuma's family, and friends. I'm So sorry for their loss.
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teekaygee says:

Such sad news! Godspeed Takuma. and warm thoughts to your friends and family who are suffering great sorry.
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gin.ginny says:

i am very sorry to hear this.

wishing comfort to his friends and family.

peace.
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Red~Star  Pro User  says:

Wow !!!! I've seen his name on Flickr but didn't know him. How awful. Wonderful tribute. Life can be so fleeting...that is why it's so important to value every single day.
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Mona's photo's says:

My deepest condolences......
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EJP Photo  Pro User  says:

Very sad news indeed, my deepest sympathies and condolences to all who knew him.
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atomicdolll [deleted] says:

Heaven has gained a shining star. You will be missed Takuma

Rest in Peace, Takuma
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nasieku  Pro User  says:

This man was obviously loved and respected by many. My condolences to all of you.
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annkelliott  Pro User  says:

I didn't know Takuma, but it is obvious from his images that he was a great lover of wildlife and of photography. A nice way for his memory to live on, in his images. My condolences to his family and friends.
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nanjodogz says:

Sad to hear of any one passing -- god speed!
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mizcaliflower says:

I did not know Takuma but have seen some of his wonderful images here. A great loss for mankind. My prayers for comfort and deepest sympathies for his family and friends.
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Saveena (AKA LHDugger)  Pro User  says:

No! This is a huge loss... sorry I can't say more, I'm a little over whelmed.
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digitalART2 says:

So sad! I only knew him casually through flickr, but he seemed like a nice guy. I had some nice discussions with him. Condolences to his family.
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CPG Photography  Pro User  says:

What sad news! My deepest sympythies and condolences to his family and friends. His pictures will live on forever! May he rest in peace.
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ardumpln1  Pro User  says:

This is a sad lost. Our prayers are with you and your family.
My Creation
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Cynthia Longo  Pro User  says:

Thank you Christine for creating this place for us all to share our thoughts, prayers, and experiences with Takuma! I am glad you posted some of his shots - he loved those critters, as you can see!

We will miss you, friend!
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Pentax Penny  Pro User  says:

How sad! My condolences to all who knew and cared for him.
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bow'tai'ed  Pro User  says:

My thoughts and prayers to Takuma's family. You will be missed. Beautiful tribute
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David Dales  Pro User  says:

Some very moving tributes. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
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beckerpecker  Pro User  says:

Pretty in White
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techmuse  Pro User  says:

Say not in grief: "He is no more",
but live in thankfulness that he was.

Peace Go With You, my friend
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Keith & Mandy  Pro User  says:

Deep condolences to his family & friends.
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Birdie2169 says:

Such sad news......sending my condolences to family and friends.
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FreeSpirit5  Pro User  says:

Sad news indeed, his wonderful photography will live on in his memory, my condolenses gary
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DoRonRon:-))  Pro User  says:

My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
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Roberto Gardella  Pro User  says:

These are news nobody would like to read...so sad.
Condolences to the family.

Roby
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tnserose says:

My Thoughts and Prayers go out to Takuma and his family. This loss will be hard to overcome.
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macfudge1UK  Pro User  says:

We have all been touched Takuma's beautiful photography, his memory will live on. My sincere condolences to his family. Molly
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fmc.nikon.d40 [deleted] says:

Very sad news.....Sending my condolences to family and friends
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peggy.  Pro User  says:

so sorry to hear this. condolences to his family and to you, his extended family.
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spisharam  Pro User  says:

heart felt condolences to his family and friends...
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Paul_Wheeler  Pro User  says:

Very sad news. I send my sincere condolences to his family and friends.
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fizzix  Pro User  says:

so very sorry
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Etrusia UK  Pro User  says:

Very sad news and my heart goes out to those who knew him.

They are fantastic photos you have shown here and his talent will be sorely missed.
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Miss Chien  Pro User  says:

Very sad news. Life can be so hard. I didn't know him, but I saw his name and some photo's of him on flickr .
My deepest condolences to his family and his friends.
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Peggy Collins  Pro User  says:

I'm so sorry to hear this news. My deepest condolences to Takuma's family and friends. Although I didn't have the pleasure of meeting him through flickr, it's obvious that he was a very talented photographer, and judging by other comments, a kind man as well.
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pixelmasseuse says:

rest in peace, dear Takuma
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blueintheburgh is a group administrator blueintheburgh  Pro User  says:

This is so sad. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

In Memory Of Takuma Akiba
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ZGrmy - busy hugging Boo  Pro User  says:

Such sad news. My deepest condolences to his family and to all of you who were his Flickr family. May he rest in peace.
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tee4tia  Pro User  says:

Sadden by this news. My deepest condolences to his family. He has left a beautiful legacy through his photos.
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Terry -Pueblo Paradiso  Pro User  says:

Rest in God's Loving Arms Friend.
My condolences to Your Family and all of Your Wonderful Friends here at "Impressed by Your Beauty".........
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SewerDoc  Pro User  says:

My condolences to his family and friends, and admirers of his photography.
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cruadinx says:

This is very sad news, his comments were always thoughtful and generous and his images were beautiful --- my deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
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bevcraigwhite  Pro User  says:

I add my sympathy..... hoping for some comfort for his family......
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Boomer-23  Pro User  says:

This is such a nice tribute to our friend!

I'd like to see us go to the DC Zoo one day in his honor!

-jim
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DrgnMastr  Pro User  says:

Well, this is definitely sad news. My deepest condolences to everyone that knew him personally, and especially to his family. He was very generous with his kindness.
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oybay© says:

My condolences.
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FireMane of SC  Pro User  says:

This news really saddens me...but, I do celebrate his life, what of it he shared here on flickr by way of his beautiful works. Such a talent he was. He brought so much joy and beauty to all of us here. May God rest him and keep him. Farewell, our friend, Takuma. My thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to his loved ones.
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eklevaya  Pro User  says:

Deep Condolences to the family.May god give them strength to over come the loss.
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nal from miami is a group moderator nal from miami  Pro User  says:

My most heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, co-workers, all of those who had the immense privilege to know him and spend time with him. He is missed by many.
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somesai  Pro User  says:

Beautiful tribute. You will be missed both at the zoo and on flickr.
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Deb Snelson  Pro User  says:

What a loss.... my condolences to everyone whose life he touched.
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pongo 2007  Pro User  says:

My condolences to his family and all who knew him.
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deerluvr  Pro User  says:

so sorry for his family's loss... and for flickr's loss - he had a true spirit.
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stboed says:

Thank you for your wonderful works, Takuma-san...My deepest condolonce to the family, relative, and friends....
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Dally says:

What a splendid photographer! I am so sorry.
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S.Das  Pro User  says:

My deepest condolences to his family and friends ...
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kittiecatd  Pro User  says:

i am so so very sorry to hear this news… my sincere condolences. xox
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Nori the Good Witch of Design  Pro User  says:

How sad. Peace be with his family.
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Memories by Jules  Pro User  says:

My heart goes out to his family.
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summerbloomz etc says:

I did not know him, but this tribute and words expressed about him are touching :). My heart goes out to his family.
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camera_obscura/vic  Pro User  says:

so sorry. my condolences :(
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tuxette  Pro User  says:

My deepest condolences to his family and friends...
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Fort Photo  Pro User  says:

Such sad news, my condolences to all. Thank you to those who made sure we knew the news as well.
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csnyder103  Pro User  says:

My very deepest condolences to Takuma's friends, family, and contacts.
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LA Lassie says:

He was a wonderful flickr friend and we will surely miss him.
Our deepest condolences to his family and his many friends.

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Just Hit Me With Your Best Shot
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ANASTASIA F. [deleted] says:

I am so sorry.
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nightmares_n_fairy_tales is a group administrator nightmares_n_fairy_tales  Pro User  says:

One of my most dearest and closest friends on Flickr, dear Takuma, you have always been a sweet and kind soul that has lent a hand when I needed someone to talk to, and you always were the wisest to come to for advice. I shall miss you always, one of the best friends anyone could ask for, and I was so fortunate to have had the opportunity to meet you, thank you for the lasting impression Takuma, I shall miss you, Flickr will never be the same without you my friend... *sobs*
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Monday Morning Photography  Pro User  says:

I have know him almost as long as I have been on Flickr and have greatly admired his view into nature's beauty. It was sad to hear he has passed...
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ebonique2007  Pro User  says:

I too am rather new to this group.......I have been deeply touched by the members words...... I'd like to include my condolence to Takuma's family and friends.
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JustABigGeek  Pro User  says:

I'm sorry to hear of his passing. What a great tribute you all did to him.
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J Bespoy  Pro User  says:

I'm so sorry to hear this sad news. My condolences to his family and friends. While I didn't know him directly, Takuma has touched many people with his talent for photography and had many friends here as shown by this tribute.
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julies517  Pro User  says:

so very sad, my thoughts and prayers go out to all that are touched by this terrible loss. what a wonderful tribute to honor Takuma.
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TxStarz says:

Sad news, I have seen his work and he was a good friend to many.
Thanks for sharing his work, what a wonderful tribute.
He is now in heaven sharing beautiful photos with God.
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christabel's artworks  Pro User  says:

I can only echo the above tributes... a sad loss.
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jcowboy  Pro User  says:

I'm very sorry to hear this sad news. My condolences to all his family and friends.
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venkane  Pro User  says:

Sorry to here sad news...My condolences to his family and friends..
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patries71  Pro User  says:

I`m so sorry, what an immense loss for those who loved him. My condolences to his family and friends
getting in the mood
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It's Jilly (Sorry not around so much) says:

May he be where beauty never ceases and his camera battery never dies
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Shawn | www.shawnfowlerphotography.com  Pro User  says:

My sympathy to your family and friends =/
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-affetto*m says:

prayers and thoughts to his family & friends
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judy4652  Pro User  says:

Such sad news, especially when it is a person with such an enormous gift of photographic talent. The world will be a sadder place for his parting. My deepest condolences to his family and close friends.
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Stavenn  Pro User  says:

My condolences to family & friends
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Lerxst Ohio  Pro User  says:

Very, very sad news! I didn't know him, but this tribute to him helps me to learn what a wonderful person he was. Condolences and prayers to his family and friends! I light a virtual candle for him...

Vigil Candles
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moggierocket  Pro User  says:

Although I didn't know him, I can see he was a gifted photographer and this is a great loss to his friends and family, my sincere condolences.
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raeluvstai  Pro User  says:

Thoughts and prayers for his family and friends.
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qletsqop  Pro User  says:

My deepest condolances to his family and friends,
respect!!
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Buikschuivers  Pro User  says:

I am so sorry...my condolences to the family ...what a loss...
--x--
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Letsemgo is a group administrator Letsemgo says:

A true gentleman and one heck of a photographer. He was a wonderful flickr friend..mysincere condolences to Takuma's family and to all that new and loved him..God Bless Takuma...
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